Optimized for HP ProLiant DL380p Gen8 servers, the HP 662216-B21 CPU Kit features the Intel Xeon E5-2643 processor. This processor operates at a high frequency of 3.30GHz and has 4 cores, making it ideal for tasks that require fast single-threaded performance. Despite its focus on speed, the E5-2643 does not sacrifice on multitasking capabilities, supporting Intel Hyper-Threading for effective handling of 8 simultaneous threads. The robust performance delivered by this CPU kit can significantly increase the server's ability to run high-performance applications, intensive computations, and improve overall data processing speeds. This CPU upgrade kit comes complete with a processor, heatsink for optimal cooling, and the necessary components for installation, offering an efficient way to enhance the capabilities of HP ProLiant DL380p G8 servers without a full system upgrade.