$86.38In Stock — Usually Ships in 1–3 Business Days
About the KC50401EP5
Acer part number KC50401EP5 identifies the KC50401EP5 - Acer 2.0GHz 4.8GT/s QPI 4MB SmartCache Socket FCLGA1366 Intel Xeon E5504 4-Core Processor, an enterprise-grade Intel Unboxed Processors unit appropriate for data-center, server-room, and workstation deployment. Technical specifications include clock speed of 2.0 GHz, bus speed of 4.8 GT/s, cache of Intel Smart Cache, socket of FCLGA1366. 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 KC50401EP5 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.
The KC50401EP5 is a Acer intel unboxed processors component with clock speed 2.0 GHz, bus speed 4.8 GT/s, cache Intel Smart Cache. Pro Disk Network sells the KC50401EP5 for $86.38 with US shipping in 1–3 business days and a 30-day return guarantee.
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Quick Answer: What socket does the KC50401EP5 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 KC50401EP5 ship?
If in stock, the KC50401EP5 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 KC50401EP5 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 KC50401EP5?
The KC50401EP5 is a Acer server-class processor with clock speed 2.0 GHz and bus speed 4.8 GT/s, manufactured by Acer. 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 KC50401EP5
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
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every KC50401EP5 as factory-original Acer inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned Acer servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
What socket does the KC50401EP5 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 KC50401EP5 ship?
If in stock, the KC50401EP5 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 KC50401EP5?
New KC50401EP5 units carry the full Acer 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 KC50401EP5?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
Pro Disk Network Buyer’s Guide: Intel Unboxed Processors
Socket Compatibility, EVC Mode, and BIOS Revision Planning
Choosing the KC50401EP5 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 KC50401EP5 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.