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Refurbished Intel Xeon E5-2697 v2 12-core server processor in anti-static bag

HPE Refurbished

HPE 712745-B21 Xeon E5-2697 v2 12-core 2.70 GHz processor upgrade

SKU CH-YMJS-MXX95 MPN 712745-B21

A 12-core Xeon processor upgrade running at 2.70 GHz with 30 MB L3 cache for HPE part 712745-B21

  • Plug typeProcessor Upgrade
  • 12 cores handle heavy virtualization workloads
  • 70 GHz base clock delivers steady compute performance
  • 50 GHz turbo frequency accelerates peak demand tasks
  • 30 MB L3 cache reduces memory latency for large datasets
  • 22 nm process technology improves performance per watt

12-core Xeon E5-2697 v2 processor upgrade

This HPE processor upgrade adds a 12-core Intel Xeon E5-2697 v2 running at 2.70 GHz to compatible servers. It targets IT teams expanding virtualised workloads or refreshing older E5-2600 v2 platforms. The 22 nm dodeca-core design delivers 30 MB L3 cache and 8 GT/s QuickPath Interconnect for multi-threaded throughput. Buyers needing higher single-thread clocks or newer instruction sets should look elsewhere.

Socket and platform compatibility check

Verify the host server uses the correct socket for the E5-2600 v2 family before ordering. Confirm the system BIOS supports the 2697 v2 stepping and that the power delivery can sustain the processor under full load. Cooling capacity must match the thermal profile of a 12-core part at 2.70 GHz base frequency. Memory configuration should populate all channels to utilise the integrated memory controller fully.

Refurbished build quality and daily handling

The unit arrives as a refurbished processor upgrade module without retail packaging or a stock cooler. Gold contact pads on the land-grid array require clean, static-safe handling during installation. A server-grade heatsink with proper mounting pressure is essential for reliable operation. The 64-bit processing capability and 3 MB L2 cache per core remain unchanged from factory specification.

How it compares

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Price $478.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 1,517 comparable items (median $68.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameHPE
Power
Plug typeProcessor Upgrade
Size & build
Shipping weight0.91 kg
Package size127 × 127 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

Does the HPE 712745-B21 Xeon E5-2697 v2 upgrade include a heatsink or thermal paste, or must they be sourced separately?

The processor upgrade is supplied as the CPU only; a compatible heatsink and thermal interface material must be purchased separately for installation in a supported server.

Which specification distinguishes the E5-2697 v2 from other E5-2600 v2 models when choosing a version?

The E5-2697 v2 provides 12 cores at 2.70 GHz base clock with 30 MB L3 cache, whereas other models in the series offer fewer cores or lower cache capacity.

What does the 2.70 GHz base frequency mean for performance once the processor is installed in a compatible server?

The 2.70 GHz base clock delivers consistent throughput across all 12 cores for virtualisation and database workloads, with Turbo Boost up to 3.50 GHz for burst performance.

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