Product Type | Processor |
Processor Type | Intel Xeon Gold 6240 |
Base Clock Speed | 2.6 GHz |
Number of Cores | 18-core |
Number of Threads | 36 |
Cache Memory | 24.75 MB L3 |
Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 150 W |
Processor Family | Intel Xeon Scalable (2nd Gen) |
Processor Socket | FCLGA3647 (Socket P) |
Lithography | 14 nm |
Scalability | 2S (dual-socket) |
Instruction Set | 64-bit |
Instruction Set Extensions | Intel AVX-512 |
Max Turbo Frequency | 3.9 GHz |
Number of UPI Links | 3 |
Tcase (Maximum Case Temperature) | 84°C |
CISCO Intel Xeon Gold 6240 2.6GHz 18-Core Processor, 150W, DDR4 2933 MHz


Key Benefits

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- Engineered for Cisco Unified Computing System platforms, ensuring hardware-level performance optimization.
- Robust 18-core performance with efficient 150W TDP makes it ideal for enterprise-scale computing tasks.
- TAA compliance and verified country of origin support deployment in government or regulated sectors.
Product Overview
The Cisco-branded Intel Xeon Gold 6240 processor offers advanced performance for enterprise server environments. Featuring 18 physical cores and 24.75 MB of cache, it runs at a base frequency of 2.6 GHz, enabling high-speed data processing and multitasking efficiency. With a thermal design power (TDP) of 150W, it is optimized for high-throughput applications requiring sustained compute performance. The processor is compatible with DDR4 memory running at 2933 MHz, making it ideal for memory-intensive workloads.
This model is purpose-built for Cisco’s UCS and SmartPlay Select server platforms including C220 M5, C240 M5, B200 M5, and others. It supports a wide array of compute scenarios such as virtualization, database hosting, AI workloads, and critical business applications. Its integration in Cisco systems ensures streamlined scalability, reliability, and advanced hardware compatibility.
With origin from Costa Rica and Malaysia and TAA compliance, this processor aligns with deployment in public sector and compliance-sensitive environments. Built on Intel's trusted Xeon architecture, it provides strong return on investment due to its performance per watt efficiency and robust enterprise support compatibility.
Specifications
Product Overview
Memory Support
Memory Types | DDR4-2933 |
Max Memory Bandwidth | 128 GB/s |
Max Supported Memory | 1 TB |
Memory Channels | 6 |
ECC Memory Supported | Yes |
Physical & Environmental
Package Size | 76.0 mm x 56.5 mm |
Heatsink Included | No |
Interfaces
PCI Express Revision | 3.0 |
PCI Express Lanes | 48 |
Advanced Technologies
Intel Hyper-Threading Technology | Yes |
Intel Virtualization Technology (VT-x) | Yes |
Intel Virtualization Technology for Directed I/O (VT-d) | Yes |
Intel Transactional Synchronization Extensions | Yes |
Intel Speed Select Technology | No |
Intel Turbo Boost Technology | 2.0 |
Intel Deep Learning Boost | Yes |
Intel Volume Management Device (VMD) | Yes |
Thermal Monitoring Technologies | Yes |
Compliance & Origin
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Country of Origin | Costa Rica / Malaysia |