Intel SR1AJ E5-2420V2 2.2GHz 6-Core 15MB Cache 80W Processor

Overview
The Intel Xeon E5-2420 v2 processor delivers reliable performance for demanding server and workstation environments. Built on the 22nm Ivy Bridge-EP architecture, this 6-core, 12-thread CPU runs at a base frequency of 2.2 GHz with Turbo Boost up to 2.9 GHz, providing the balance of speed and efficiency needed for virtualization, database management, and high-throughput computing. With a 15 MB shared L3 cache and an 80 W thermal design power, the E5-2420 v2 offers a compelling mix of power, scalability, and energy savings for modern data centers.

Key Features

• 6 physical cores and 12 threads for smooth multitasking and parallel workloads.
• Base clock 2.2 GHz with Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0, reaching up to 2.9 GHz when needed.
• 15 MB Intel Smart Cache improves data access speed across all cores.
• Support for up to 768 GB DDR3 memory across 12 DIMM slots, enabling large memory footprints.
• Integrated Intel Advanced Vector Extensions (AVX) for accelerated floating-point calculations.
• 80 W TDP ensures efficient power consumption while maintaining performance.
• Compatible with Intel C602 chipset and a wide range of server platforms.

Technical Specifications

• Manufacturer: Intel
• Model/Part Number: SR1AJ
• Processor Family: Xeon E5 v2 (Ivy Bridge-EP)
• Core Count: 6 cores / 12 threads
• Base Frequency: 2.2 GHz
• Turbo Boost Max Frequency: 2.9 GHz
• L3 Cache: 15 MB
• Socket Type: LGA 2011
• Supported Memory Types: DDR3-1333/1600
• Maximum Memory Capacity: 768 GB
• Number of Memory Channels: 4
• Thermal Design Power (TDP): 80 W
• Instruction Set: 64-bit
• Virtualization Support: Intel VT-x and VT-d
• Security Features: Intel AES-NI, Secure Key, Trusted Execution Technology

Typical Applications

• Virtualization hosts running multiple VMs or containers.
• Database servers handling transaction-intensive workloads.
• Enterprise resource planning (ERP) and customer relationship management (CRM) platforms.
• High-performance computing (HPC) clusters for scientific simulations.
• Media rendering and content creation workstations.
• Network and storage appliances requiring reliable, always-on performance.

Choose the Intel Xeon E5-2420 v2 to power your critical workloads with confidence, benefiting from Intel's proven reliability, advanced security features, and energy-efficient design.