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Dell Optiplex 790 MT compatible with Xeon E3 12** v1. Documentation available.

Dell Optiplex 790 MT compatible with Xeon E3 12** v1. Documentation available.

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Okunino
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05-12-2016, 08:57 AM
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I’ve noticed Xeon E3 1230 performance in the Dell Optiplex 790, but will any or all Xeon E3 12 series models function similarly? Thanks!
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Okunino
05-12-2016, 08:57 AM #1

I’ve noticed Xeon E3 1230 performance in the Dell Optiplex 790, but will any or all Xeon E3 12 series models function similarly? Thanks!

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05-12-2016, 09:06 AM
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Choose something verified to function. If it performs reliably, it’s safer despite the unusual Xeon and lack of testing.
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Hydr0ph0bia
05-12-2016, 09:06 AM #2

Choose something verified to function. If it performs reliably, it’s safer despite the unusual Xeon and lack of testing.

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05-12-2016, 03:18 PM
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Usually, if it isn<|pad|>, it won't function properly. This applies especially to IBM and HP setups, and sometimes to Dell as well. The official guides don't always mention it: https://i.dell.com/sites/csdocuments/Sha...-guide.pdf (page 12). If your device supports the pin and wattage, trying it shouldn't cause serious issues. The most likely outcome is a POST refusal. I experienced this with an older Precision T3600 model where the chipset didn't recognize the Xeon, causing it to refuse POST.
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05-12-2016, 03:18 PM #3

Usually, if it isn<|pad|>, it won't function properly. This applies especially to IBM and HP setups, and sometimes to Dell as well. The official guides don't always mention it: https://i.dell.com/sites/csdocuments/Sha...-guide.pdf (page 12). If your device supports the pin and wattage, trying it shouldn't cause serious issues. The most likely outcome is a POST refusal. I experienced this with an older Precision T3600 model where the chipset didn't recognize the Xeon, causing it to refuse POST.

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