No, the Xeon e5-2637 v2 does not support Registered DIMMs. It also does not support LRDIMMs.
No, the Xeon e5-2637 v2 does not support Registered DIMMs. It also does not support LRDIMMs.
I'm also interested in the memory and CPU capabilities of those budget Chinese X79 boards. I just bought a 32GB LRDIMM by mistake, and they won't let me remove it. So I'm trying to get around that by looking for affordable CPUs and motherboards that support LRDIMMs. DDR3 LRDIMMs are especially inexpensive, which is why I was hoping to take advantage of that. My goal is to build a Minecraft server, so I prioritized single-core performance, which is why I chose the 2637 v2 over something like the 2670 v2. This CPU can be found here: [link]. The motherboard I'm considering is available at this link: [link]. I'm really new to Xeons, X-series boards, and server RAM, so finding compatible parts that fit a budget has been a challenge.
Chinese boards and the xeons will back ECC REG OV, though uncertain about lrdimms. The xeons should likely support it, but I’m not sure about the Chinese X79 boards. Why choose an X79 build? There’s a hidden offer on a great CPU—E5 2683 v4 16C 32T. It’s around 145 on AliExpress, making it significantly better than the overpriced E5 2673 and 2678 models. Other CPUs are now offering better value. ECC DDR4 is affordable under 2400, while DDR3 above that is costly.
The e5-2683 v4 seems overly budgeted for its price, but I'm aiming for top single-core speed and the 2637 offers a solid boost. I understand Ivy Bridge performance isn't great, yet Broadwell doesn't improve enough to justify such a high investment. My goal is finding an older platform with a reasonably priced, fast Xeon that supports ECC. Wouldn't you agree that the e5-2637 v2 is a solid choice for around $30? I'm hoping to keep both the motherboard and CPU under $120.
You require these powerful clocks for performance reasons, and I’m not sure if it’s a server or a gaming setup. The extra ECC adds reliability to the system.
I needed top single-core speed for the Minecraft server. I checked 6-core e5 chips but they only reached around 2.4GHz. Since it's a server, single-core performance matters more than anything. The cost difference between ECC and regular DDR3 is minimal, but I prefer standard DDR3 for reliability. I'm planning to use at least 32GB of RAM.
If you really want a single core processor, consider the E5-1650 v2. It usually maxes around 3.9 GHz, but with a BIOS tweak that allows higher DTP limits, it can exceed that. You could also try modifying it yourself with AMI Bios Mods. I only found a Russian site offering downloads for it—check AmiBcp Download or AmiBcp EXE.
Great choice, this model performs comparably to the 2637 v2 but at a lower cost. The e5-1620 v2 handles single-core tasks well and is only 4 cores/8 threads, making it suitable for your needs. It also helps you save about $10 on your CPU purchase. For the Chinese X79 board, you can likely replace the LRDIMM once it arrives and install additional RDIMMs as needed.
You'll need to secure the sandy bridge 1620 since the remaining four 16xx cores aren't unlocked.