The Intel Xeon E3-1270 v2 was a server/workstation processor with 4 cores, launched in Q2 2012. It is part of the Xeon E3 lineup, using the Ivy Bridge architecture with Socket LGA1155. Thanks to Intel Hyper-Threading technology, the core-count is effectively doubled, to 8 threads. Xeon E3-1270 v2 has 8 MB of L3 cache and operates at 3.5 GHz base frequency, with a maximum turbo frequency of 3.9 GHz depending on workload conditions. Intel manufactured the Xeon E3-1270 v2 on a 22 nm production process, featuring improved power efficiency and performance over previous generations. With a TDP of 69 W, this processor offers excellent performance-per-watt ratio compared to higher-TDP Xeon models. The processor supports DDR3 memory with a dual-channel interface at speeds up to 1600 MHz. ECC memory is supported, providing enhanced data integrity for mission-critical applications. For system communication, the Xeon E3-1270 v2 utilizes PCI-Express 3.0 interface, offering improved bandwidth over previous generations. This processor does not include integrated graphics, requiring a discrete graphics card for display output. Hardware virtualization technology (VT-x) is supported, significantly enhancing virtual machine performance. The multiplier is locked, limiting overclocking potential. The Ivy Bridge architecture brings several improvements including better IPC (Instructions Per Cycle) performance and enhanced power management features compared to the previous Sandy Bridge generation.