The INTEL E5-2440 processor is part of the Intel Xeon E5 family, engineered for mid-range server and workstation applications. This processor operates at a speed of 2.4 GHz and comes with 6 cores, providing a solid performance base for virtualization, database management, and enterprise applications. With 15MB of Smart Cache, the E5-2440 efficiently handles data and instructions, enhancing processing speed and system responsiveness. A Thermal Design Power (TDP) of 95W ensures that while it delivers robust performance, energy consumption is kept in check — an essential aspect for businesses concerned with operational costs. The E5-2440 supports important technologies like Intel Hyper-Threading, allowing each core to handle two threads simultaneously, and Intel Turbo Boost Technology, which increases the operating frequency when needed to deal with heavy workloads. Its compatibility with the Intel C600 series chipsets enables diverse server configurations, accommodating a variety of memory, storage, and I/O requirements. This makes the E5-2440 a versatile and energy-efficient option for businesses looking for balanced performance to drive their applications and services.