With support for the highest memory speeds, memory capacity, and enhanced four-socket scalability, the Intel® Xeon® Gold 6000 processor family delivers significant improvement in performance, advanced reliability, and hardware-enhanced security. It is optimized for demanding mainstream data center, multi-cloud compute, and network and storage workloads. The Intel® Xeon® Gold processor 5000 family delivers improved performance with affordable advanced reliability and hardware-enhanced security. With up-to four-socket scalability, it is suitable for an expanded range of workloads.
What are the specifications of the Cisco HX-CPU-6142 processor?
The Cisco HX-CPU-6142 is an Intel Xeon Gold processor with 16 cores operating at 2.6 GHz, featuring 22 MB L3 cache and support for DDR4 memory. It has a 150W thermal design power, uses a 14 nm process technology, and supports Socket 3647 with overclocking speeds up to 3.7 GHz, making it suitable for high-performance computing environments in data centers.
Is the Cisco HX-CPU-6142 compatible with Cisco UCS rack servers?
Yes, the Cisco HX-CPU-6142 is compatible with Cisco UCS C-series rack servers such as the UCSC-C240-M6SX, UCSC-C240-M7SX, and UCSC-C240-M8SX models. These servers support Intel Xeon Gold processors and provide dual-socket configurations for maximum processing power in 2U rack-mountable form factors.
What is the difference between the HX-CPU-6142 and HX-CPU-6138 processors?
The HX-CPU-6142 features 16 cores at 2.6 GHz with 22 MB L3 cache and 150W power consumption, while the HX-CPU-6138 offers 20 cores at 2.0 GHz with 27.5 MB L3 cache and 125W power consumption. The 6138 provides more cores for multi-threaded workloads, while the 6142 offers higher clock speeds for single-threaded performance and lower power requirements.
What memory support is available for systems using the Cisco HX-CPU-6142?
Cisco UCS servers compatible with the HX-CPU-6142 support up to 8 TB of DDR4 SDRAM with speeds of DDR4-3200/PC4-25600, with 32 total memory slots available across dual-socket configurations. This provides substantial memory capacity for demanding enterprise applications, virtualization, and data analytics workloads.
Can I upgrade my existing Cisco server with the HX-CPU-6142 processor?
The HX-CPU-6142 is designed as a processor upgrade for compatible Cisco UCS servers with Socket 3647 support, such as the C240-M6SX and M7SX models. We offer this component as part of our comprehensive Cisco product lineup—contact us today to verify compatibility with your specific server model and discuss upgrade options.
What workloads are best suited for the Cisco HX-CPU-6142?
The Cisco HX-CPU-6142 is optimized for enterprise workloads including virtualization, database management, financial modeling, and real-time analytics that benefit from its 16-core architecture and 3.7 GHz boost speeds. Its 150W TDP makes it suitable for data center deployments where power efficiency and performance balance are critical. Visit barcodesinc.com to explore compatible server configurations for your specific use case.
The Cisco HX-CPU-6142 Accessory is also known as
CSC-HXCPU6142
