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E5-2689 CPU Specifications

Specification Details

Total Cores 8

Total Threads 16

Processor Base Frequency 2.60 GHz

Max Turbo Frequency 3.60 GHz

Cache 20 MB Intel® Smart Cache

Bus Speed 8 GT/s QPI (4.0 GT/s) / 5 GT/s DMI

TDP 115 W

The CPU has been used before. If you mind, please do not purchase it. The CPU undergoes testing before being shipped out

Reliable M-ATX Motherboard for Xeon E5 Platforms

The SY-X79-D3-AX is a versatile M-ATX motherboard built on the Intel X79 chipset. Designed for Intel Xeon E5 LGA2011 processors, it offers dual-channel DDR3 memory support, flexible storage options including M.2 (NVMe/NGFF) and SATA, plus rich I/O and expansion capabilities. Perfect for cost-effective workstations, home servers, and industrial applications.

🔥 Key Features

⚡ Intel Xeon E5 LGA2011 Support

• LGA2011 socket – compatible with Intel Xeon E5 processors (e.g., E5 2680 V2, E5 2670 V2, E5 2696 V2, E5 2687V2)

• Excellent multi-core performance for rendering, virtualization, and multi-tasking

• Great value for building powerful workstations on a budget

💾 Large DDR3 Memory Capacity

• 4 × DDR3 DIMM slots – dual‑channel support

• Supports 1066/1333/1600/1866MHz frequencies

• Up to 128GB total (32GB per slot) – red slots are primary channel, black slots secondary

💿 Flexible Storage – M.2 + SATA

• 1 × M.2 slot – supports NVMe / NGFF modes (switchable via DIP switch)

• 1 × SATA 3.0 port + 3 × SATA 2.0 ports – total 4 SATA ports

• Combine high-speed NVMe SSDs with large-capacity HDDs for optimal performance and storage

🌐 Gigabit Ethernet with Advanced Features

• Realtek RTL8111H Gigabit LAN – stable and reliable

• Supports PXE network boot and Wake-on-LAN (WOL)

• Ideal for diskless workstations, remote management, and server applications

🔌 Comprehensive I/O & Expansion

• Rear I/O: 6 × USB 2.0, PS/2 keyboard and mouse ports, 3 × audio jacks (Line out, MIC in, Line in)

• Internal headers: Expandable 4 × USB 2.0, Front Audio (F_Audio), TPM header

• PCIe slots: 1 × PCIe X16, 1 × PCIe X1 – for graphics cards, capture cards, or other expansion devices

• Realtek high-definition audio chip – quality onboard sound

🛠️ Practical Headers for Easy Building

• 1 × FPANEL front panel header

• 1 × 4-pin buzzer header, 1 × 4-pin CPU fan, 1 × 3-pin system fan

• 2 × 5-pin diagnostic card headers – great for troubleshooting

• 1 × BAT (CMOS battery) header

💪 Stable Power & Energy Efficiency

• 24-pin + 8-pin ATX power connectors – ensures stable power delivery

• Idle power consumption: 50–70W; Full load: 180–260W (with discrete GPU)

🖥️ Wide OS Compatibility

• Supports Windows 7, Windows 10, Windows 11 and Linux distributions

• Flexible for both legacy and modern environments

📦 Compact M-ATX Form Factor

• Dimensions: 190 × 216 mm (4-layer PCB)

• Fits most standard M-ATX cases – ideal for space‑saving builds

📊 Detailed Specifications

🎯 Ideal Use Cases

• Budget Workstations: Affordable platform for programming, office productivity, and light content creation

• Home Servers / NAS: Multiple SATA ports + M.2 storage for file sharing and backups

• Virtualization Labs: Multi-core Xeon processors and large memory support for running virtual machines

• Legacy System Upgrades: Perfect for users looking to breathe new life into older Xeon CPUs and DDR3 memory

• Industrial / Embedded Applications: Reliable chipset and wide component availability

✅ Summary

The SY-X79-D3-AX offers a solid foundation for building reliable, cost-effective systems based on Intel Xeon E5 LGA2011 processors. With support for up to 128GB of DDR3 memory, a flexible M.2 slot (NVMe/NGFF), multiple SATA ports, gigabit Ethernet with PXE/WOL, and a rich set of USB and expansion options, it's an excellent choice for budget workstations, home servers, and virtualization hosts. The M-ATX form factor and wide OS compatibility make it a versatile solution for both personal and industrial applications.

* Actual performance depends on CPU, memory, graphics card, and other components. A quality power supply is recommended for stable operation. Operating system must be installed separately.