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Intel Xeon E5-2609 processor in plastic clamshell packaging

Intel

Intel Xeon E5-2609 2.4 GHz 10 MB 80 W switch module

SKU CH-YPWT-W30DP

A quad-core Xeon processor running at 2.4 GHz with 10 MB cache and 80 W TDP

  • Supported Model10 MB SmartCache
  • Quad-core Xeon processing handles parallel workloads
  • 4 GHz base frequency delivers steady compute throughput
  • 10 MB SmartCache reduces memory latency for frequent data
  • 80 W TDP fits standard server power envelopes

Intel Xeon E5-2609 quad-core server processor

The Intel Xeon E5-2609 is a quad-core processor built for entry-level server and workstation platforms. It operates at a base frequency of 2.4 GHz and includes 10 MB of SmartCache. The CPU uses a Socket FCLGA2011 interface and is manufactured on a 32 nm process. It is suited for administrators deploying basic compute nodes or upgrading compatible legacy systems.

Thermals noise and power draw

This processor has a thermal design power of 80 W, indicating moderate heat output under typical workloads. Cooling requirements are manageable with standard server heatsinks rated for this TDP. The 32 nm manufacturing process contributes to stable power characteristics during sustained operation. Acoustic performance depends entirely on the chosen cooling solution and chassis airflow design.

Highlights

  • Quad-core Xeon processing handles parallel workloads
  • 4 GHz base frequency delivers steady compute throughput
  • 10 MB SmartCache reduces memory latency for frequent data
  • 80 W TDP fits standard server power envelopes

Specifications

BrandIntel
ModelXeon E5-2609
Supported Model10 MB SmartCache

Questions about this item

How do I install the Xeon E5-2609 processor into the FCLGA2011 socket without bending pins?

Align the notches on the processor with the socket keys, lower it straight down without force, then close the retention lever fully; the 32 nm die is fragile and the 2011-pin socket has no guide rails, so any tilt can bend contacts.

What maintenance will the Xeon E5-2609 require after long-term operation at 80 W TDP?

Replace the thermal paste every two to three years and clean dust from the heatsink fins; the 80 W rating means sustained heat output, so dried paste or clogged fins will raise temperatures and throttle the 2.4 GHz cores.

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