Guide to Intel Xeon Processors

Select the right Intel Xeon processor for your customer
By Felicia R. Blue

How do you select the right Intel Xeon processor for your customer? Your business involves consulting with companies, large and small, to recommend what computer systems they should use. Intel makes many central processor units, which means it can be confusing to find which one suits your customer’s needs.

Help is on the way. First, you can narrow your search down to only Intel Xeon processors. If your customers operate data centers, develop and manage databases, or perform high-level computing, you definitely want to recommend purchasing Intel Xeon processors. Dual core Intel Xeon processors and Intel Xeon quad processors will tackle their needs. Not only do they perform multi-tasking capabilities, but they’re fast and reliable. Promote Intel Xeon systems to your customers, based on the following reasons:

Use Intel Xeon processor 7000 sequence for consolidating servers.
Meet business demands with the Intel Xeon processor 5000 sequence for high-performing servers.
Use the 3000 sequence for cluster servers and small business.

Action Steps

The best contacts and resources to help you get it done

Recommend the Intel Xeon processor 7000 sequence for consolidating servers The Intel Xeon processor 7000 series is designed for your customers who work with very large and complex databases. You also want to choose this option for consolidating servers. The Xeon CPU can either be dual Intel processor Xeon or Intel Xeon quad processor-based servers. Using quad-core technology helps your customer to save energy because your customer is consolidating servers. A side benefit is that your customer is cutting down space in the data center.

I recommend: ServerSupply has several versions of the Xeon CPU units. If you’re not sure which version to purchase, ServerSupply has salespeople who are highly skilled in answering your questions so you can purchase Intel Xeon systems. Computer Giants offers 24/7 IT technical support, in addition to consulting services.

Recommend the Intel Xeon processor 5000 sequence for high-performing servers This is ideal for servers that your customer's employees widely use. For example, the employees will use the email server to access email messages. They also will use the web servers to access the Intranet or Internet. Your customer will need servers that can meet these demanding applications. The Intel Xeon processor 5000 sequence does just that. It is scalable in that your customer can migrate from dual-core to quad-core.

I recommend: You’ll want to look at StarMicro’s website, which has earned a reputation for its easy-to-use features. StarMicro, one of the Intel Xeon processor distributors, has been in business since 2000. Stalliontek.com has also been in business since 1992. It works with large corporations and government agencies.

Recommend the Intel Xeon processor 3000 sequence for small business and cluster servers If your customer is a small business, then you should recommend that your customer buy Intel Xeon processor 3000 sequence systems. This sequence is designed to meet your file and mail servers' needs. The 3000 is also scalable so it will meet your customer's growing business needs. You can also better manage and protect your network infrastructure.

I recommend: NewBiiz, a global retailer, sells the Intel Xeon 3000 sequence. Based in San Jose, CA, NewBiiz is a growing e-commerce company that has knowledgeable salespeople. You’ll also want to check out 4K Computer LLC to buy Xeon processor systems. It shows detailed information these processors.

Tips & Tactics

Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide

When consulting with your customer about the Xeon processors, explain in detail how the processors can benefit their business. If your customer is not as computer knowledgeable as you are, a detailed explanation can cement the sale.