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Refurbished Intel Xeon E5-2697 v2 12-core server processor in green ceramic package with gold contacts

IBM Refurbished

IBM 00Y2849 Xeon E5-2697 v2 12-core 2.70 GHz processor upgrade

SKU CH-QD8C-W37Z7 MPN 00Y2849

A 12-core Xeon E5-2697 v2 processor running at 2.70 GHz for server upgrades

  • Plug typeProcessor Upgrade
  • 12 cores handle parallel workloads efficiently
  • 70 GHz base frequency delivers steady compute throughput
  • Xeon E5-2600 v2 architecture supports virtualization and security features
  • Integrated I/O reduces data bottlenecks across the system
  • Refurbished processor upgrade extends server life cost-effectively

Refurbished Xeon 12-core processor upgrade

This is a refurbished Lenovo Xeon E5-2697 v2 dodeca-core processor running at 2.70 GHz. It is intended for server administrators who need to replace or upgrade a compatible CPU in an existing E5-2600 v2 platform. The part carries IBM MPN 00Y2849 and Lenovo branding.

Compatibility check for E5-2600 v2 systems

Before ordering, verify that your server motherboard supports the E5-2600 v2 product family and the specific thermal design power of this 12-core model. Confirm the socket type matches the processor and that your system BIOS includes the necessary microcode update for v2 series CPUs.

Thermals and power in normal operation

As a 12-core server processor, this unit draws significant power under load and requires adequate cooling capacity within the chassis. Normal operation will produce noticeable fan noise in dense configurations. Ensure your server airflow design matches the heat output of a dodeca-core Xeon.

How it compares

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Price $326.99
Pricier than about 85% of the 1,517 comparable items (median $68.99).

Specifications

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

Questions about this item

Does the 00Y2849 processor upgrade ship with a heatsink or thermal paste, or must they be bought separately?

The 00Y2849 is supplied as the processor only; a compatible heatsink and thermal interface material must be sourced separately for installation.

The listing mentions Xeon E5-2600 v2 and E5-2697 v2 — which exact model will I receive?

You will receive the Xeon E5-2697 v2, a 12-core processor with a base frequency of 2.70 GHz, matching part number 00Y2849.

What does the 2.70 GHz figure mean for actual server workloads?

The 2.70 GHz base clock runs across all 12 cores, delivering consistent throughput for virtualization, cloud services and high-performance computing tasks.

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