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What are the differences between the Intel® Thermal Solution versions?
The boxed Intel® Xeon® Processor doesn't ship with a thermal solution included in the packaging. You're now responsible for purchasing a compatible thermal solution for the server or workstation system. Intel offers three versions of the Intel® Server Thermal Solution (sold separately). These versions are available through Intel Authorized Distributors.
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Intel® Thermal Solution STS100A | Intel® Thermal Solution STS100P | Intel® Thermal Solution STS100C |
How do I determine which Intel® Thermal Solution is best for me?
Refer to the system and or chassis manufacturer to determine which thermal solution is recommended. Some systems and or chassis are sold with thermal solutions already provided. If the thermal solution is provided by the system or chassis manufacturer, use that thermal solution.
Use of third-party thermal solutions that didn't come with the system or chassis is allowed. Your responsibility is to confirm that the third-party thermal solution:
You can find a list of known thermal solution supplies in the Appendix section of the Thermal/Mechanical Design Guide for the Intel® Xeon® Processor.
The Intel® Server Thermal Solution carries the same three-year limited warranty as the boxed processor.