Description
Product Overview
The 721426-B21 HPE is a server processor that is part of the Intel Xeon E5-2697 v2 family. This particular model is a 12-core processor with a base clock speed of 2.7GHz and a maximum turbo frequency of 3.5GHz. The processor is built on the 22nm manufacturing process and is designed for use in high-performance computing, data center, and enterprise environments.
One of the key features of this processor is its 30MB L3 cache, which provides a large amount of fast memory for the processor to access. This can help to improve performance by reducing the need to access main memory, which is slower. Additionally, the processor supports 8.00GT/s QPI (Quick Path Interconnect), which allows for fast communication between different components in a system.
The processor is compatible with the HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen8 and DL560 Gen8 servers, and it is recommended to use with HPE DDR3 memory. It also includes technical support and warranty from HPE.
Performance Features
The 721426-B21 HPE is a high-performance server processor that is designed to deliver excellent performance in enterprise and data center environments. Some of the key performance features of this processor include:
- 12 cores: With 12 cores, the processor can handle multiple tasks simultaneously, which can help to improve overall system performance.
- High clock speed: The base clock speed of 2.7GHz and a maximum turbo frequency of 3.5GHz, which can help to improve the performance of individual applications.
- Large L3 cache: The processor has a large 30MB L3 cache, which can help to improve performance by reducing the need to access main memory, which is slower.
- QPI support: The processor supports 8.00GT/s QPI (Quick Path Interconnect), which allows for fast communication between different components in a system, improving system’s overall performance.
- Hyper-Threading Technology: The processor supports Hyper-Threading Technology which allows the operating system to see twice as many cores as are physically present, this allows for better resource allocation and multi-tasking capability.
- Intel Virtualization Technology: The processor supports Intel Virtualization Technology, which can help to improve the performance of virtualized environments by allowing multiple virtual machines to share the same physical resources.
- Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0: The processor supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, which can automatically increase the clock speed of the processor when more performance is needed, and decrease it when less performance is required.
Compatibility and System Requirements
The 721426-B21 HPE is a server processor that is specifically designed for use in certain HPE ProLiant servers. It is compatible with the HPE ProLiant DL580 Gen8 and DL560 Gen8 servers. These servers are specifically designed to support the processor and provide the necessary power and cooling to ensure optimal performance.
In terms of system requirements, the processor requires a motherboard that supports the LGA 2011 socket and has the necessary power and cooling to support the processor. The processor also requires DDR3 memory, and HPE recommends using HPE DDR3 memory to ensure optimal performance and compatibility.
Additionally, the processor also requires a compatible BIOS and operating system. The processor is compatible with Windows and Linux, and HPE provides detailed documentation and technical support to ensure that the processor is properly set up and configured in the system.
It’s also important to note that the 721426-B21 HPE is a high-performance server processor, and as such, it may have higher power and cooling requirements than other processors. It’s important to ensure that the system meets these requirements to ensure proper operation and to avoid damage to the processor.
General Information
- Brand: HPE
- Part Number or SKU#721426-B21
- Type: Processor
- Sub-Type: Intel Xeon 12 Core
- SKU : 721426-B21
Technical Information
- Series: Xeon Processor
- Core Model Type/ProcNo.: E5-2697 v2
- Processor Code Name: Ivy Bridge EP
- Core Stepping: C1
- Manufacturing Technology: 22 nm
- # of Cores : 12
- # of Threads: 24
- Clock Speed: 2.70 GHz
- L3 Cache Size: 30 MB
- Front Side Bus / QuickPath Interconnect: 8.00 GT/s QPI