HP part number 5188-7980 identifies the 5188-7980 - HP 3.00GHz 4MB L2 Cache Socket PLGA775 Intel Core 2 Duo E6850 Dual-Core Processor, an enterprise-grade CPUs & Processors unit appropriate for data-center, server-room, and workstation deployment. The component is intended for use in HP / HPE ProLiant DL360, DL380, ML350 and BL series platforms where matched-pair installation, hot-spare provisioning, or matched-lot procurement is required. Technical specifications include clock speed of 3.00 GHz, cache of 4MB L2, cores of 2. Workload fit covers VMware ESXi virtualization hosts (vCPU density), SQL Server / Oracle database licensing optimization (per-core), Kubernetes container density, and HPC compute-node provisioning. Pro Disk Network sources the 5188-7980 through authorised distribution channels and applies a verification check against the OEM compatibility matrix before each unit is added to active inventory. Each unit ships from a US fulfillment hub (Hillsboro OR, Atlanta GA, or Phoenix AZ) with same-day dispatch on in-stock orders before 3pm ET. Net 30 / Net 60 terms available for qualified business, government, and education accounts. 30-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty included; free US ground shipping on orders over $150.
The 5188-7980 is a HP cpus & processors component with clock speed 3.00 GHz, cache 4MB L2, cores 2. Pro Disk Network sells the 5188-7980 for $31.67 with same-day US shipping and a 30-day free return guarantee.
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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 5188-7980 ship?
If in stock, the 5188-7980 ships same business day on US orders placed before 2 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
The 5188-7980 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.
VMware vSphere ESXi 8 Host — Per-CPU core count drives VVF/VCF licensing cost — choose 16–24 cores for cost-optimal density unless workload is core-bound.
Hyper-V Cluster Node — Windows Server Datacenter licenses by core, but Hyper-V scales linearly. Higher-clock, mid-core SKUs win for transactional workloads.
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.
New, Bulk, or Refurbished — Choosing Your Tier
Pro Disk Network offers the 5188-7980 across three procurement tiers. Each tier is fully functional and warranted; the choice comes down to budget, warranty length, and whether the deployment is production-critical or capacity-expansion.
Tier
Discount vs OEM List
Warranty
Best For
New (Sealed OEM)
25–40%
HP manufacturer warranty (1–5 yr)
Production-critical first-tier
New (Bulk OEM)
50–65%
3-year Pro Disk Network warranty
New cluster builds, secondary tier
Refurbished
75–85%
12-month advance replacement
Capacity expansion, lab, dev/test, EOL refresh
Bulk & Volume Pricing for 5188-7980
Ships from our Orlando, FL warehouse — same-day US dispatch on orders placed before 2pm ET. Net 30 terms available for verified businesses, government and education.
Volume discounts on the 5188-7980 are automatic at checkout. Net 30 terms available for verified businesses, government, and education. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com for orders above 100 units.
Quantity
Discount
Unit Price
1
0%
$31.67
5+
4%
$30.40
10+
8%
$29.14
25+
13%
$27.55
50+
18%
$25.97
100+
23%
$24.39
What is the 5188-7980?
The 5188-7980 is a HP server-class processor with clock speed 3.00 GHz and cache 4MB L2, manufactured by HP. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with same-day dispatch on orders placed before 3 PM ET, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Pros & Cons of 5188-7980
Pros
Burn-in tested at full TDP for 4 hours before shipping
Original Intel/AMD heat-spreader integrity confirmed
Microcode pre-staged for current BIOS revisions
Cons
Refurbished tier may have minor IHS markings
Tray packaging — no retail Intel/AMD cooler included
Single-unit purchases miss matched-pair discount
Frequently Asked Questions about 5188-7980
Is the 5188-7980 a genuine HP part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every 5188-7980 as factory-original HP inventory verified against the manufacturer parts registry before listing. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned HP servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 12 months.
What socket does the 5188-7980 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 5188-7980 ship?
If in stock, the 5188-7980 ships same business day on US orders placed before 2 pm ET. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and project orders shipping in pallets are typically dispatched within 24-48 hours.
What is the warranty on the 5188-7980?
New 5188-7980 units carry the full HP manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (12 months refurbished, 36 months new bulk). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the 5188-7980?
Yes. Pro Disk Network offers automatic volume discounts at 10, 25, 50, and 100+ unit tiers. Net 30 terms are available for verified businesses, government, and education buyers. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
Other parts that share the 5188 series prefix — useful when sourcing matched lots, hot-spare pools, or capacity-tier expansions.
5188-0103 — 5188-0103 - HP Socket 775, System Board, Grouper-Gl8e — $172.47
5188-0112 — 5188-0112 - HP System Board (Motherboard) for Pavilion a810n — $366.95
5188-0129 — 5188-0129 - HP 300-Watts 100-240V AC 50/60Hz 24-Pin ATX Power Supply for Pavilion Home PC — $200.82
5188-0130 — 5188-0130 - HP 300-Watts ATX 100-240V AC 24-Pin Power Supply for Pavilion Home PC — $127.53
Pro Disk Network Buyer’s Guide: CPUs & Processors
Socket Compatibility, EVC Mode, and BIOS Revision Planning
Choosing the 5188-7980 for a server upgrade or replacement starts with socket compatibility. CPU sockets are tied to motherboard chipsets and revisions; a board that supports Skylake-SP may or may not support Cascade Lake-SP depending on BIOS. Before ordering, look up the motherboard QVL (qualified vendor list) and confirm the 5188-7980 appears with a supported BIOS version. If the BIOS needs an update, plan the flash before swapping CPUs — many systems will not POST long enough to flash with the wrong CPU installed.
AI Workloads, AMX, and the Inference Performance Story
For dedicated AI inference hosts, prioritize core count over clock speed. INT8 inference is bandwidth-bound, not frequency-bound, so a 32-core part at 2.5 GHz outperforms a 16-core part at 3.5 GHz on most LLM workloads. For mixed virtualisation + occasional inference workloads, prioritize clock speed — VDI and OLTP database workloads benefit from the higher frequency.