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Refurbished HPE Xeon E7-4880 v2 15-core server processor upgrade, LGA-2011 socket

HPE Refurbished

HPE 728957-B21 Xeon E7-4880 v2 15-core 2.50 GHz switch module

SKU CH-YR73-VHZM2 MPN 728957-B21

A 15-core Xeon processor upgrade running at 2.50 GHz with 37.50 MB L3 cache for compatible servers

  • Plug typeProcessor Upgrade
  • 15 cores and 2.50 GHz base clock for high-density compute
  • Turbo up to 3.10 GHz for burst workloads
  • 50 MB L3 cache reduces memory latency
  • 22 nm process and 130 W TDP balance performance per watt
  • Socket R LGA-2011 compatibility for drop-in upgrades

HPE Xeon E7-4880 v2 15-core upgrade

This refurbished HPE 728957-B21 module delivers a 15-core Intel Xeon E7-4880 v2 processor running at 2.50 GHz. It targets operators of compatible HPE servers who need to expand compute capacity for mission-critical workloads without replacing the entire platform. The upgrade suits environments where validated firmware and existing infrastructure matter more than the latest architecture.

Installation requirements and common issues

The processor fits a Socket R LGA-2011 socket and carries a 130 W thermal design power with a 73 °C thermal specification. Installation demands a server board and cooling solution rated for this power envelope and the correct BIOS revision. Mis-matched firmware or inadequate cooling are the typical causes of post-upgrade instability.

Capacity headroom and limits

The 15 cores and 37.50 MB L3 cache provide substantial parallel throughput for virtualisation and database tasks, while the 8 GT/s QuickPath Interconnect supports multi-socket scaling. The 22 nm process and 130 W TDP set the practical ceiling; workloads that exceed the thermal budget or require higher single-thread frequency will hit the 3.10 GHz overclocking ceiling quickly.

How it compares

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Price $133.99
Pricier than about 70% 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

How can I verify the Xeon E7-4880 v2 is running at its 2.50 GHz base clock after installation?

Check the BIOS or operating-system hardware monitor; the processor should report a 2.50 GHz base frequency with a 3.10 GHz overclocking speed and 8 GT/s QuickPath Interconnect.

What is included with the 728957-B21 processor upgrade and what must be sourced separately?

The box contains the Xeon E7-4880 v2 processor only; a Socket R LGA-2011 motherboard, heatsink and thermal paste are not included.

Which version of the E7-4800 v2 series should I choose for a 15-core, 130 W TDP configuration?

Select the E7-4880 v2 model; it provides 15 cores, 37.50 MB L3 cache and a 130 W thermal design power.

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