Intel Xeon E5-2697 v4 (2.30GHz, 18-Core) Processor – Refurbished for Dell R730 / HP Gen9

Maximize Density: Intel Xeon E5-2697 v4 (18-Core) Broadwell Processor

Push your server infrastructure to the limit with the Intel Xeon E5-2697 v4 Processor. Part of the advanced Broadwell-EP family, this powerhouse delivers a massive **18 Cores and 36 Threads**, offering a significant performance leap over the previous v3 generation. It is the ultimate drop-in upgrade for enhancing virtualization density and processing speed in your existing 13th Gen Dell or Gen9 HP servers.

At ServerDukan, we bring you this high-end enterprise silicon at an unbeatable price in India. Why buy new servers when you can simply upgrade the CPUs? This certified refurbished processor is rigorously tested to ensure 100% reliability for your critical workloads.

Why Buy from ServerDukan?

• Broadwell Advantage: Enjoy faster memory support (DDR4 2400MHz) and 20% more cores compared to the v3 equivalent.
• Matched Pairs Available: Building a dual-socket monster? We provide matched stepping codes to ensure seamless symmetric multiprocessing (SMP).
• Secure India-Wide Shipping: Delivered safely in anti-static ESD trays to Mumbai, Bangalore, Chennai, Delhi NCR, and beyond.

Compatibility & Upgrade Requirements

The E5-2697 v4 is a Socket 2011-3 processor. It is compatible with the same servers as the v3 series, but IMPORTANT: You must update your Server BIOS to the latest version before installing v4 processors.

Dell PowerEdge (13th Gen Only):

• Rack Servers: R630, R730, R730xd, R930.
• Tower Servers: T630, T640 (check socket gen), T430.
• Modular: M630 Blade, FC630.
• (Note: Not compatible with older 12th Gen R720 servers).

HPE ProLiant (Gen9 Series Only):

• DL Series: DL160 Gen9, DL180 Gen9, DL360 Gen9, DL380 Gen9, DL560 Gen9.
• ML Series: ML150 Gen9, ML350 Gen9.
• BL Series: BL460c Gen9.

Lenovo / IBM System x:

• System x3550 M5, System x3650 M5.

Ideal Workloads

1. Extreme Virtualization: With 36 threads, a single CPU can support a massive number of vCPUs, making it ideal for dense VDI (Virtual Desktop Infrastructure) or cloud hosting.
2. Containerization (Kubernetes/Docker): Perfect for microservices architectures that require high parallelism across many containers.
3. Database & ERP: The large 45MB cache accelerates complex queries in SQL Server, Oracle DB, and SAP HANA environments.

Unlock Full Performance

To get the most out of the Broadwell architecture, consider these upgrades:

• DDR4 2400MHz RAM: The v4 series supports faster memory than v3. Upgrade to PC4-2400T modules for higher bandwidth.
• High-Performance Heatsinks: This is a 145W TDP processor. Ensure your server has the correct "High Performance" heatsink and fan kit installed.
• High-End Thermal Paste: Don't compromise on cooling. Add a tube of premium thermal compound to your order.

ServerDukan Quality Assurance:
Buy with total confidence. All our refurbished processors are pulled from working data center environments and undergo strict quality checks. We back this E5-2697 v4 with our standard 1-Month Replacement Warranty.