TESTED READ Intel S3210SH Server Motherboard Core 2 Duo E6600 Processor IPMI
Bottom line: The TESTED READ Intel S3210SH Server Motherboard Core 2 Duo E6600 is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the retro cpus category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
The nearby connector for the front USB header does not seem to function when I tested it (also circled). The motherboard has been flashed with the latest BIOS and reset to defaults. Motherboard specifications.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored TESTED READ Intel S3210SH Server Motherboard Core 2 Duo E6600… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the retro cpus category. Intel's retro cpus lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for retro cpus of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Full Specifications
| tdp_w | 65 |
|---|---|
| core_count | 2 |
| l2_cache_mb | 4 |
| thread_count | 2 |
| base_clock_ghz | 2.4 |
Benchmark data for other processors
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