38L4932 - IBM 1.20GHz 100MHz FSB 256KB L2 Cache Socket PGA370 Intel Celeron 1-Core Processor

38L4932 - IBM 1.20GHz 100MHz FSB 256KB L2 Cache Socket PGA370 Intel Celeron 1-Core Processor

SKU: 38L4932 Brand: IBM Category: Intel Unboxed Processors
$82.42 In Stock — Usually Ships in 1–3 Business Days

About the 38L4932

The IBM 38L4932 (38L4932 - IBM 1.20GHz 100MHz FSB 256KB L2 Cache Socket PGA370 Intel Celeron 1-Core Processor) is a Intel Unboxed Processors component engineered for sustained enterprise-class workloads. This part addresses common procurement scenarios where exact-match replacement, capacity expansion, or new-build deployment is required. Technical specifications include clock speed of 1.20 GHz, bus speed of 100 MHz FSB, cache of 256KB L2. Common deployment scenarios include in-place server upgrades from prior Xeon/EPYC generations, matched-pair second-socket installation, hot-spare provisioning, and refurbished rebuild programs for older platforms. Pro Disk Network maintains the 38L4932 in our enterprise inventory and verifies each unit against manufacturer datasheet specifications prior to listing. New stock ships factory-sealed where available; refurbished units are tested under load before dispatch and ship with a 90-day Pro Disk Network functional warranty. Dispatch in 1–3 business days; free standard ground shipping on US orders over $150.

Specifications

Part Identification

Technical Specifications

  • Clock Speed

    1.20 GHz

  • Bus Speed

    100 MHz FSB

  • Cache

    256KB L2

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 / MPN38L4932
ManufacturerIBM
CategoryIntel Unboxed Processors
Clock Speed1.20 GHz
Bus Speed100 MHz FSB
Cache256KB L2
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 38L4932 is a IBM intel unboxed processors component with clock speed 1.20 GHz, bus speed 100 MHz FSB, cache 256KB L2. Pro Disk Network sells the 38L4932 for $82.42 with US shipping in 1–3 business days and a 30-day return guarantee.

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  • 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 38L4932 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 38L4932 ship?

38L4932 orders ship in 1–3 business days from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.

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Common Use Cases for 38L4932

The 38L4932 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.

  • 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.
  • 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 38L4932?

The 38L4932 is a IBM server-class processor with clock speed 1.20 GHz and bus speed 100 MHz FSB, 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 38L4932

Pros

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

Cons

  • Refurbished tier may have minor IHS markings
  • Tray packaging — no retail Intel/AMD cooler included

Frequently Asked Questions about 38L4932

Is the 38L4932 a genuine IBM part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every 38L4932 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 38L4932 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 38L4932 ship?
38L4932 orders ship in 1–3 business days from US warehouses. Delivery is next business day to most metro ZIPs via FedEx/UPS overnight; ground delivery covers remaining US in 1-4 business days.
What is the warranty on the 38L4932?
New 38L4932 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 38L4932?
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

For VMware vSphere clusters, EVC (Enhanced vMotion Compatibility) mode dictates which CPU generations can coexist in the same cluster while still supporting live migration. Adding a newer-generation 38L4932 to a cluster with older CPUs requires setting EVC to the older baseline, which disables newer instructions on the new CPU. Plan EVC mode at cluster creation time; changing it later requires powering off the cluster.

AI Workloads, AMX, and the Inference Performance Story

Plan memory bandwidth alongside the CPU: AMX inference is memory-bandwidth sensitive. A 38L4932 paired with insufficient memory channels (e.g., DDR5-4800 in fewer than 8 channels per socket) will underperform its theoretical peak by 30-40%. Confirm motherboard channel count and DIMM population before ordering.

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