Description
HP Intel Xeon Gold 6430 Processor Upgrade – 32-Core, 64-Thread Powerhouse
The HP Intel Xeon Gold 6430 Processor Upgrade is a high-performance upgrade designed for demanding enterprise workloads. Built on Intel’s 4th Gen Xeon Scalable architecture, this 32-core, 64-thread processor delivers exceptional throughput for virtualization, data analytics, database operations, and HPC tasks. Engineered for server-class reliability and scalability, it leverages a 10 nm process, large caches, and a power profile suited to modern data centers. If you’re upgrading an HP server to unlock higher parallel compute power, this upgrade is a compelling choice that balances raw performance with efficiency and reliability, enabling your infrastructure to handle modern workloads with confidence.
- Unmatched multi-core performance: With 32 cores and 64 threads, this Xeon Gold upgrade accelerates virtualization, containerized deployments, and parallelized workloads, delivering higher throughput for enterprise apps and cloud-native architectures.
- Advanced caching for data-intensive tasks: Featuring a substantial cache hierarchy (60 MB L3 and 64 MB L2), it minimizes memory bottlenecks, speeds up large-scale analytics, and improves hit rates for database operations and in-memory workloads.
- Efficient 10 nm process with high core density: The 10 nm lithography paired with a robust turbo capability enables strong single-thread performance when needed while preserving energy efficiency across sustained loads.
- Server-grade compatibility: Designed for the LGA-4677 socket, this upgrade targets HP servers and other motherboards that support 4th Gen Xeon configurations, helping you extend the life of your data-center hardware without a full platform replacement.
- Enterprise-grade reliability for mission-critical workloads: Built to operate in demanding environments, this processor is crafted to support long uptimes, industrious workloads, and scalable performance as your business grows, with robust 64-bit processing to power modern software ecosystems.
Technical Details of HP Intel Xeon Gold 6430 Processor Upgrade
- Model: Intel Xeon Gold (4th Gen) 6430
- Core Count: 32 cores
- Thread Count: 64 threads
- Base Clock: 2.10 GHz
- Maximum Turbo Clock: 3.40 GHz
- Cache: 60 MB L3 cache; 64 MB L2 cache
- Lithography: 10 nm
- Socket: LGA-4677
- Thermal Design Power (TDP): 270 W
- Integrated Graphics: No graphics
- 64-bit Processing: Yes
- Package/Type: Processor Upgrade
How to install HP Intel Xeon Gold 6430 Processor Upgrade
- Prepare your workstation: Verify that your HP server board supports the LGA-4677 socket and 4th Gen Xeon features. Check the latest BIOS or firmware updates from HP and Intel, ensuring compatibility with Xeon Gold 6430 and the OS you plan to run.
- Power down and unplug: Safely shut down the server, disconnect power, and discharge any residual static electricity. Move to a static-safe workspace before handling the processor and motherboard.
- Remove the existing processor cooler and heatsink: If upgrading within an existing system, carefully detach the cooling assembly and any mounting hardware. Clean the old thermal interface material from the processor and heatsink surfaces if applicable.
- Install the new processor: Align the processor with the LGA-4677 socket using the guiding notches and pin layout. Gently place the CPU into the socket, ensuring proper seating without forcing alignment. Secure any retention mechanisms per your motherboard’s instructions.
- Apply thermal interface material and reattach cooling: Apply a thin, even layer of thermal paste on the CPU surface (as recommended by the cooler manufacturer) and mount the heatsink/cooling solution securely. Reconnect all power and data cables associated with the CPU cooler.
- Enter BIOS and configure: Power on and enter the system BIOS. Update microcode if prompted, enable required virtualization features, set memory profiles (e.g., ECC and XMP profiles if supported), and verify CPU recognition and power/thermal limits. Save changes and boot into the operating system.
- Perform post-install validation: Run stability and stress tests appropriate for server workloads (e.g., memory tests, CPU burn-in, and workload simulations) to confirm proper operation. Monitor temperatures and power consumption to ensure the cooling solution is adequate and the system remains within spec.
Frequently asked questions
- Q: Is the HP Intel Xeon Gold 6430 compatible with my HP server motherboard? A: Compatibility requires a motherboard with an LGA-4677 socket and support for 4th-Gen Xeon processors. Always consult your server’s maintenance guide or HP’s compatibility list to confirm support for the 6430 and the BIOS version required for optimal operation.
- Q: Does this processor include integrated graphics? A: No. This Xeon Gold upgrade is designed for headless server use and relies on discrete graphics if required by your workload, or can run headless for compute tasks and virtualization.
- Q: What workloads benefit most from this upgrade? A: Virtualization platforms, large-scale databases, data analytics, HPC simulations, and cloud-native workloads that demand high parallel processing power and robust multi-thread performance.
- Q: What is the maximum turbo frequency? A: The processor features a maximum turbo clock of up to 3.40 GHz, enabling higher clock speeds on single-core tasks when thermal and power budgets permit.
- Q: What is the memory and cooling expectation for this upgrade? A: Memory compatibility and performance depend on the server’s memory subsystem and BIOS; ensure adequate cooling to support the 270 W TDP and follow HP’s recommended cooling configuration to maintain stability under load.
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