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IBM

IBM E5-2680 v3 12-core 2.50 GHz switch module

SKU CH-9X90-F8HZ6 MPN E5-2680

A 12-core Xeon processor upgrade for the IBM System x355 server, running at 2.50 GHz with 30 MB L3 cache and a 120 W thermal design power

  • Plug typeProcessor Upgrade
  • 12 cores handle parallel workloads
  • 30 MB L3 cache reduces data latency
  • 30 GHz turbo boost accelerates peak tasks
  • 22 nm process technology improves efficiency
  • Compatible with IBM System x355 servers

12-core Xeon processor upgrade

The IBM E5-2680 v3 is a Lenovo-built processor upgrade for compatible IBM System x355 servers. It delivers twelve cores at a base clock of 2.50 GHz with a turbo frequency of 3.30 GHz. The chip uses a 22 nm process and fits the LGA 2011-v3 socket.

30 MB L3 cache and 120 W TDP

A 30 MB L3 cache and 9.60 GT/s QuickPath Interconnect provide headroom for heavily threaded workloads and multi-socket communication. The 120 W thermal design power sets the cooling requirement, while the 1.3 V DC input voltage defines the electrical envelope.

Replaces lower-core E5-2600 v3 CPUs

This module upgrades systems running four-, six- or eight-core E5-2600 v3 processors when additional parallel throughput is needed. The jump is worthwhile for virtualised environments that can utilise the extra cores and larger cache. It is not for platforms outside the IBM System x355 compatibility list or for workloads that require a different socket or instruction set.

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Price $1,132.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 1,517 comparable items (median $68.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameLenovo
Power
Plug typeProcessor Upgrade

Questions about this item

Will the E5-2680 v3 fit my existing Socket LGA 2011-v3 motherboard?

Yes, the processor uses the Socket LGA 2011-v3 interface, matching boards built for the Xeon E5-2600 v3 series.

How can I verify the 12-core Xeon is running at its rated 2.50 GHz after installation?

Check the BIOS or operating-system CPU utility; it should report a base clock of 2.50 GHz and a maximum turbo of 3.30 GHz across all 12 cores.

Does the upgrade kit include a heatsink or thermal paste, or must I source them separately?

The package contains only the processor; a compatible LGA 2011-v3 cooler and thermal compound must be purchased separately.

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