$318.88In Stock — Usually Ships in 1–3 Business Days
About the 4252-4510
IBM part number 4252-4510 identifies the 4252-4510 - IBM 2.93GHz 2.50GT/s DMI 8MB L3 Cache Intel Xeon X3470 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 2.93 GHz, bus speed of 2.50 GT/s, cache of 8MB L3. 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 4252-4510 through reputable distribution channels and applies a verification check against the OEM compatibility matrix before each unit is added to active inventory. Each unit ships from the US with dispatch in 1–3 business days. 90-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty included; free US ground shipping on orders over $150.
The 4252-4510 is a IBM intel unboxed processors component with clock speed 2.93 GHz, bus speed 2.50 GT/s, cache 8MB L3. Pro Disk Network sells the 4252-4510 for $318.88 with US shipping in 1–3 business days and a 30-day 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 4252-4510 ship?
If in stock, the 4252-4510 ships in 1–3 business days. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and pallet orders may need extra handling time; we confirm the ship date with your order.
The 4252-4510 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.
What is the 4252-4510?
The 4252-4510 is a IBM server-class processor with clock speed 2.93 GHz and bus speed 2.50 GT/s, manufactured by IBM. 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 4252-4510
Pros
Lower cost than the manufacturer channel for refresh cycles
Matched-pair option for dual-socket consistency
Sequential serial numbers on bulk orders for cluster builds
Cons
Older socket family — confirm motherboard compatibility
BIOS update typically required for newer CPU steppings
Not a fit for desktop platforms — these are server SKUs
Frequently Asked Questions about 4252-4510
Is the 4252-4510 a genuine IBM part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every 4252-4510 as factory-original IBM inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned IBM servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
What socket does the 4252-4510 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 4252-4510 ship?
If in stock, the 4252-4510 ships in 1–3 business days. Most US ZIP codes receive next-business-day or 2-day delivery via FedEx/UPS Ground or Express. Bulk and pallet orders may need extra handling time; we confirm the ship date with your order.
What is the warranty on the 4252-4510?
New 4252-4510 units carry the full IBM 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 4252-4510?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
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Socket Compatibility, EVC Mode, and BIOS Revision Planning
Choosing the 4252-4510 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 4252-4510 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.