P02988-B21, HPE DL560 Gen10 Server, Xeon-Gold 6244/3.6GHz/8-core/150W

The HPE P02988-B21 is a performance-focused processor upgrade kit for the ProLiant DL560 Gen10 server, built around the Intel Xeon Gold 6244 CPU. It is designed for data center, enterprise, and cloud environments in Asia, Europe, Africa, and North America that need higher per-core speed, stable virtualization, and predictable performance growth without a full server replacement. With an 8-core Intel Xeon Gold processor running at 3.6 GHz, this kit helps distributors, mid-size integrators, and end users extend the life and capacity of existing DL560 Gen10 platforms while keeping deployment simple and low risk.

For distributors, the P02988-B21 offers a clear, easy-to-position option to upsell performance upgrades to installed HPE DL560 Gen10 bases, adding value without changing core server infrastructure. For small and mid-size system integrators, the kit provides a standardized way to scale CPU resources in consolidation, database, or VDI projects, using a known HPE-certified configuration that is straightforward to specify and support. End users benefit from higher application responsiveness and better user experience, especially for workloads that favor high clock speed, such as transactional databases, line-of-business applications, and latency-sensitive services.

The Intel Xeon Gold 6244 at the heart of the P02988-B21 features 64-bit instruction support, integrated L3 cache, and Intel Turbo Boost Technology, helping applications burst above the base 3.6 GHz clock when thermal and power conditions allow. This makes it suitable for mixed workloads where peak demand changes during the day. The processor supports DDR4 memory, aligning with common data center standards across global regions and making it easier to source and deploy memory configurations for capacity and performance tuning.

Virtualization technology support is built in, which is important for modern hypervisor-based environments common in enterprise networks and hosted cloud services. Virtual machines can run more efficiently on the upgraded CPU, allowing higher consolidation ratios or more stable performance per VM, depending on the design goal. With a TDP of 150W and specifications for high performance thermal solutions, the P02988-B21 is engineered to run reliably in dense rack environments where thermal control is critical.

The kit is specifically designed for the HPE DL560 Gen10 server, which simplifies compatibility checks and reduces the risk of configuration issues. Socket compatibility with Intel platforms means it integrates cleanly into the existing server design without custom modifications. Delivered as a dedicated processor kit, it helps technical teams in different regions follow a repeatable installation process, reducing deployment time and service disruption. Together, these features make the HPE P02988-B21 a practical choice for organizations that want to unlock more value from their current DL560 Gen10 infrastructure with a focused CPU upgrade.