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Refurbished HPE Xeon E5-2650 v2 server processor upgrade

HPE Refurbished

HPE 715218-L21 Xeon E5-2650 v2 2.6 GHz processor upgrade

SKU CH-4799-P4NBG MPN 715218-L21

Octa-core Xeon server processor upgrade running at 2.6 GHz with eight cores

  • Eight cores handle parallel workloads efficiently
  • 6 GHz base frequency drives responsive compute
  • 21 MB cache reduces data-access latency
  • Intel Xeon E5-2600 v2 architecture optimises virtualised environments
  • Refurbished unit delivers enterprise-grade performance at lower cost

HPE Xeon E5-2650 v2 2.6 GHz upgrade

This HPE processor upgrade delivers an octa-core Xeon E5-2650 v2 running at 2.6 GHz. It is designed for compatible HPE servers needing a performance boost within the E5-2600 v2 product series. The part number 715218-L21 identifies this specific unit for precise compatibility checks.

Ideal for E5-2600 v2 server maintenance

IT managers maintaining HPE servers based on the E5-2600 v2 platform will find this upgrade matches the original specification. It suits environments running virtualization or high-performance computing tasks where the existing socket and chipset support this specific model. Buyers needing a different core count, clock speed, or a newer processor generation must verify their server documentation before purchasing.

Eight cores at 2.6 GHz defines the fit

The decisive specification is the eight-core configuration operating at 2.6 GHz under the E5-2650 v2 designation. This core count and frequency combination determines whether the processor matches the workload profile and the server board's supported CPU list. Confirm that the target system accepts this exact model to ensure correct operation.

How it compares

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Price $221.99
Pricier than about 79% of the 1,517 comparable items (median $68.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameHPE
Size & build
Shipping weight2.31 kg
Package size254 × 76 × 76 mm

Questions about this item

What socket and series does the HPE 715218-L21 Xeon E5-2650 v2 2.60 GHz processor require?

The HPE 715218-L21 is a Xeon E5-2600 v2 series processor; it must be installed in a motherboard that supports this specific series and its matching socket.

What physical clearance does the HPE 715218-L21 Xeon E5-2650 v2 2.60 GHz processor need for its heatsink?

The 715218-L21 is a server-grade Xeon processor that requires a compatible server heatsink and enough vertical clearance in the chassis for that cooler.

How is the HPE 715218-L21 Xeon E5-2650 v2 2.60 GHz processor installed, and what step is often missed?

Align the processor notches with the socket keys, lower it gently without force, close the retention lever fully, then apply thermal paste and mount the heatsink evenly — skipping the alignment check is the common error.

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