Product Type | Processor |
Processor Type | Intel Xeon Platinum 8280 |
Number of Cores | 28 |
Number of Threads | 56 |
Base Clock Speed | 2.7 GHz |
Max Turbo Frequency | 4.0 GHz |
L3 Cache | 38.5 MB |
Processor Qty | 1 |
Thermal Design Power (TDP) | 205 W |
Lithography | 14 nm |
Socket Compatibility | FCLGA3647 |
Platform Compatibility | Cisco UCS M5 Servers (C220, C240, C480, B480) |
Scalability | Up to 8 sockets |
Instruction Set | 64-bit |
Instruction Set Extensions | Intel AVX-512 |
Virtualization Support | Intel VT-x, Intel VT-d |
Power Management Technologies | Enhanced Intel SpeedStep Technology |
Security Features | Intel AES New Instructions, Intel Secure Key, Intel SGX |
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- Optimized for Cisco UCS M5 servers, ensuring smoother deployment and system compatibility
- 28-core layout supports intensive multi-threaded workloads such as virtualization and AI processing
- Built to meet TAA standards, making it suitable for institutional and government procurement
Product Overview
The Cisco Intel Xeon Platinum 8280 processor delivers enterprise-grade computing power for data centers and high-performance applications. With 28 cores and a clock speed of 2.7 GHz, it maximizes concurrency and throughput. A 38.5 MB cache ensures low latency and efficient data access.
Designed for seamless integration with Cisco UCS M5 servers, including C220 and C240 models, the processor supports DDR4 2933 MHz memory and handles demanding thermal loads with a 205W TDP. This makes it ideal for virtualization, AI, and large-scale data environments.
Built with TAA compliance and engineered for reliability, the Xeon 8280 ensures robust performance in mission-critical infrastructure, aligning with procurement standards for institutional and government sectors.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Package Type | Retail from Cisco (Tray for UCS integration) |
Integrated Heatsink | No, heatsink sold separately or integrated in UCS solution |
Operating Temperature Range | 10°C to 85°C (package level, ambient depending on system) |
Storage Temperature Range | -40°C to 125°C |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud Integration Compatibility | Cisco Intersight (via UCS Servers) |
Management Interface | Managed through Cisco UCS Manager |
License Requirements | Cisco UCS licensing based on server model |
Bundled with UCS Platform | Yes, part of UCS-CPU SKU for integration with UCS systems |
Interfaces
Bus Speed | 10.4 GT/s UPI |
Number of UPI Links | 3 |
PCI Express Revision | 3.0 |
PCI Express Configurations | x4, x8, x16 |
Max PCI Express Lanes | 48 |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | Costa Rica / Malaysia |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliance | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Hardware Security Features | Intel Boot Guard, Intel TXT |
Side-Channel Attack Mitigation | Yes, microcode updates and firmware mitigations included |