F324F - Dell 2.53GHz 1066MHz 12MB Cache Socket PPGA478 Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9300 Quad Core Processor

F324F - Dell 2.53GHz 1066MHz 12MB Cache Socket PPGA478 Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9300 Quad Core Processor

SKU: F324F Brand: Dell Category: Intel Unboxed Processors
$249.32 In Stock — Usually Ships in 1–3 Business Days

About the F324F

Dell part number F324F identifies the F324F - Dell 2.53GHz 1066MHz 12MB Cache Socket PPGA478 Intel Core 2 Extreme QX9300 Quad Core Processor, an enterprise-grade Intel Unboxed Processors unit appropriate for data-center, server-room, and workstation deployment. Technical specifications include clock speed of 2.53 GHz, cache of 12MB. Typical use cases include data-center server fleet refresh, replacement of dead-on-arrival CPUs under existing service contracts, second-socket population on partially-populated dual-socket boards, and lab/test rebuild programs. Pro Disk Network supplies the F324F to US business buyers. Stocked units ship in 1–3 business days. Pro Disk Network applies a 90-day functional warranty. Free US ground shipping on orders over $150.

Specifications

Part Identification

Technical Specifications

  • Clock Speed

    2.53 GHz

  • Cache

    12MB

Order & Fulfillment Details

  • Condition

    Refurbished

    Quality Tier
    Professionally tested — new available on request
  • Warranty

    90-Day Pro Disk Network Warranty

    Coverage
    Advance replacement — we ship first, you return the faulty unit
  • Shipping

    Free over $150 — usually ships in 1–3 business days

  • Returns

    30-Day Returns — US

    Return Window
    Original packaging required
Part Number / MPNF324F
ManufacturerDell
CategoryIntel Unboxed Processors
Clock Speed2.53 GHz
Cache12MB
ConditionRefurbished — new available on request
Warranty90-Day Pro Disk Network Warranty — advance replacement
ShippingFree over $150 — usually ships in 1–3 business days
Returns30-Day Returns — US

Summary

The F324F is a Dell intel unboxed processors component with clock speed 2.53 GHz, cache 12MB. Pro Disk Network sells the F324F for $249.32 with US shipping in 1–3 business days and a 30-day return guarantee.

Trust Signals

  • US-based LLC — 7345 W Sand Lake Rd, STE 210, Office 3208, Orlando, FL 32819
  • US Shipping in 1–3 Business Days — in-stock orders ship via UPS
  • 30-Day Returns — pre-paid label on DOA and defective items

Quick Answer: What socket does the F324F use?

Confirm the socket against your motherboard's CPU support list - Intel Xeon Scalable spans LGA 3647 (1st/2nd gen), LGA 4189 (3rd gen Ice Lake), and LGA 4677 (4th/5th gen Sapphire/Emerald Rapids). A BIOS update is often required for newer steppings even on the same socket. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your motherboard model for a compatibility check.

How fast does the F324F ship?

Pro Disk Network usually dispatches the F324F in 1–3 business days. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.

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Common Use Cases for F324F

The F324F is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.

  • Citrix VDI Pool — Frequency-sensitive — prefer high-clock 16–18 core SKUs over high-core-count parts to maintain user-perceived snappiness.
  • Kubernetes / Tanzu Workers — Higher core count amortises better across many small Pods. EVC mode planning matters for live-migrate parity.
  • AI Inference Host — Sapphire Rapids and Emerald Rapids include AMX silicon for INT8 inference acceleration — meaningful uplift for BERT, ResNet, and LLM serving.

What is the F324F?

The F324F is a Dell server-class processor with clock speed 2.53 GHz and cache 12MB, manufactured by Dell. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with dispatch in 1–3 business days, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.

Pros & Cons of F324F

Pros

  • Shipping in 1–3 business days from our US warehouse cuts deployment lead time

Cons

  • Server-grade thermal load — confirm cooler rating before installation
  • Multi-socket validation requires identical stepping
  • Not designed for consumer single-socket boards

Frequently Asked Questions about F324F

Is the F324F a genuine Dell part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every F324F as factory-original Dell inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Dell servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
What socket does the F324F use?
Confirm the socket against your motherboard's CPU support list - Intel Xeon Scalable spans LGA 3647 (1st/2nd gen), LGA 4189 (3rd gen Ice Lake), and LGA 4677 (4th/5th gen Sapphire/Emerald Rapids). A BIOS update is often required for newer steppings even on the same socket. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your motherboard model for a compatibility check.
How fast does the F324F ship?
Pro Disk Network usually dispatches the F324F in 1–3 business days. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.
What is the warranty on the F324F?
New F324F units carry the full Dell manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (90 days refurbished). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the F324F?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.

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AI Workloads, AMX, and the Inference Performance Story

Late-generation Intel Xeon processors (Sapphire Rapids, Emerald Rapids, Granite Rapids) include AMX (Advanced Matrix Extensions) silicon that accelerates INT8 inference workloads dramatically. For the F324F, if AMX is present, BERT-base inference throughput improves 4-6× over the previous generation; LLM inference (Llama 2 7B INT8 quantised) improves 2-3×. AMX does not require code changes when used through libraries that already support it (oneAPI, ONNX Runtime, OpenVINO).

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