Name: 587480-B21 HP Xeon E5640 2.66GHz Quad-Core Server Processor LGA 1366
Brand: HP
SKU: 587480-B21
Price: 184.00 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.8 (119 reviews)

Product Overview
The HP 587480-B21 E5640 Xeon processor delivers quad-core performance optimized for server environments. It fits into HP's LGA 1366-based server platforms, offering a balanced mix of speed, cache size, and multi-threading support to handle common business computing workloads efficiently.

General Information
Brand	HP

Technical Information
Processor Family	Other
# Of Cores	4 Core
Total Threads	8
Max Turbo Frequency	2.80 GHz
Base Clock Speed	2.66 GHz
Lithography	Other
Socket Type	LGA 1366
Cache	12 MB
Thermal Design Power	80 W

Memory Specifications
Memory Types	DDR3
Max Memory Channels	3
Bandwidth	25.6 GB/s

Physical Characteristics
Weight	5.00
Condition	Refurbished

Miscellaneous
Eco Friendly	Yes

Product Description
The HP 587480-B21 E5640 is a quad-core Xeon processor designed for server environments that need reliable performance for multitasking and handling demanding workloads. It’s commonly used in business servers for tasks like virtualization, database management, and application hosting. Built for data centers and enterprise systems, it offers a balance of processing power and energy efficiency, making it a practical choice for IT professionals managing mid-range servers. Key Features Quad-core architecture provides solid parallel processing capabilities 12 MB shared L3 cache helps speed up data access Supports Hyper-Threading to improve thread handling Runs at 2.66 GHz for steady performance across tasks Designed for use in HP server platforms with LGA 1366 socket This processor is often found in small to medium business servers where consistent performance and reliability are essential. It helps handle multiple simultaneous processes smoothly without excessive power consumption. In practice, it’s a dependable choice for running critical business applications and maintaining stable server operation under typical workload demands.

Use Cases
The HP Xeon E5640 processor is suited for mid-level server deployments where balanced multi-core performance and efficient multitasking are required. It is particularly effective in environments that utilize HP server hardware with LGA 1366 sockets, serving IT professionals managing virtualization or database workloads. How It's Used: Supporting virtualization hosts in small to medium business data centers requiring multiple simultaneous virtual machines. Driving enterprise-class database servers handling moderate transaction loads in corporate IT environments. Powering web and application servers in remote office setups where reliable multi-threaded processing ensures uptime. Integrating into storage cluster nodes that demand consistent throughput for file sharing and backup operations. Utilized in rack-mounted servers within managed service provider infrastructures to balance performance with energy efficiency. This processor enhances operational efficiency by delivering scalable multi-threaded performance that aligns with enterprise demands for virtualization and database management. Its compatibility with existing HP server platforms allows for seamless integration and consistent workload handling in diverse IT settings.