The Intel Xeon E3-1280 v6 was a server/workstation processor with 4 cores, launched in Q1 2017. It is part of the Xeon E3 lineup, using the Kaby Lake architecture with Socket LGA1151. Thanks to Intel Hyper-Threading the core-count is effectively doubled, to 8 threads. Xeon E3-1280 v6 has 8 MB of L3 cache and operates at 3.9 GHz base frequency, with turbo boost capability for higher performance under load. Intel is manufacturing the Xeon E3-1280 v6 on an advanced 14nm++ production process, delivering improved power efficiency and performance compared to previous generations. With a TDP of 72 W, this processor offers excellent performance-per-watt ratio, making it suitable for energy-conscious deployments. Intel's processor supports DDR4 memory with dual-channel interface at speeds up to 2400 MHz. ECC memory is supported as well, which is crucial for mission-critical applications to ensure data integrity. For communication with other system components, Xeon E3-1280 v6 uses PCI-Express 3.0 interface. This processor does not include integrated graphics, so a discrete graphics card is required for display output. Hardware virtualization (VT-x) is fully supported on the Xeon E3-1280 v6, significantly enhancing virtual machine performance. The processor also includes advanced instruction sets like AVX2 for improved computational performance in demanding workloads.