Intel
Intel Xeon Bronze 3106Product 1.70 GHz 8-core Processor
Eight-core server processor running at 1.70 GHz with 11 MB L3 cache and 85 W TDP
- TypeProcessor
- Eight cores handle parallel workloads efficiently at 1.70 GHz
- 11 MB L3 cache reduces latency for frequent data access
- 14 nm process technology delivers 85 W thermal design power
- Socket 3647 compatibility supports Xeon Bronze server platforms
- 64-bit processing enables modern operating systems and applications
Purpose-built server processor
The Intel Xeon Bronze 3106 is an eight-core server processor running at 1.70 GHz with 11 MB of L3 cache. It targets small-business and basic storage servers that need reliable multi-threaded throughput. The 14 nm design delivers 64-bit processing within an 85 W thermal envelope.
Upgrade path for entry servers
This chip replaces older dual-core or quad-core Xeon parts in Socket 3647 platforms when workloads demand more parallel threads. The jump is worth it for virtualization hosts, file servers or database nodes that consistently saturate fewer cores. Buyers who need higher single-thread frequency or integrated graphics should look elsewhere.
Straightforward socket install
Installation follows the standard LGA 3647 procedure: align the notches, lower the carrier and torque the retention mechanism to specification. A cooler rated for at least 85 W TDP is required to keep the die below the 77 °C thermal limit. The most common issue is insufficient mounting pressure causing thermal throttling under sustained load.
Highlights
- Eight cores handle parallel workloads efficiently at 1.70 GHz
- 11 MB L3 cache reduces latency for frequent data access
- 14 nm process technology delivers 85 W thermal design power
- Socket 3647 compatibility supports Xeon Bronze server platforms
- 64-bit processing enables modern operating systems and applications
Specifications
| Brand | Intel |
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| Type | Processor |
Questions about this item
Will the Socket 3647 processor fit in a standard ATX motherboard?
The Xeon Bronze 3106 requires a Socket 3647 motherboard; ATX boards use different sockets and will not accept this processor.
What is the correct way to apply thermal paste during installation?
Apply a pea-sized amount of thermal paste to the centre of the integrated heat spreader before seating the cooler; too much paste can spill onto the Socket 3647 contacts.
How often should the thermal interface material be replaced on this 85 W processor?
Replace the thermal paste every two to three years or whenever the cooler is removed; the 77 °C thermal specification makes consistent contact critical.
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