Mac Pro single

[gregharmon]

Regarding this option:

One 2.8GHz Quad-Core Intel Xeon “Nehalem” processor

Does it come with a 2nd CPU slot, so that I could upgrade to dual processors ( 8 cores ) if I wanted to? Or is there only one slot total?

I've looked at the tech specs, searched on google etc and can't come up with a clear answer.

[SpookyLars]

There is only one slot.

[Hellhammer]

There is only one socket. You can, however, upgrade it to 6-core (W36xx) later on

[C. Alan]

Nope, it has a different processor/memory board. However, the processor/memory boards can be swapped out between the single CPU and dual CPU models.

Also, as I recall, the single chip CPU's cannot be used in the dual CPU's processor boards. I imagine Hellhammer will chime in soon if I am incorrect.

*edit* wow, Hellhammer was even quicker than my post! *edit*

[gregharmon]

Thanks for the incredibly fast answers, everyone. I don't see myself needing more than 4 cores anytime in the future, but who knows.

[Hellhammer]

Also, as I recall, the single chip CPU's cannot be used in the dual CPU's processor boards. I imagine Hellhammer will chime in soon if I am incorrect.

That is correct. For DP (Dual Processor) system, you need Xeon 5xxx (more precisely 55xx or 56xx for 2010 Mac Pro) as they have dual QPI which is needed for DP system. Kinda pointless to buy a new logic board and CPUs IMO, you could just go ahead and buy a new Mac Pro

[tekboi]

I would just get the 8-core model..... just in case.

[toxic]

I would just get the 8-core model..... just in case.

"just in case" is never a reason to spend more money, unless it's a safety issue. in this case, buying a 2.4 8-core "just in case" will likely cost the OP more money and less productivity.

[jav6454]

Regarding this option:

One 2.8GHz Quad-Core Intel Xeon “Nehalem” processor

Does it come with a 2nd CPU slot, so that I could upgrade to dual processors ( 8 cores ) if I wanted to? Or is there only one slot total?

I've looked at the tech specs, searched on google etc and can't come up with a clear answer.

One slot only.

[Transporteur]

There is only one slot.

There is only one socket.

One slot only.

Im not sure if it has already been mentioned, but just in case, there is only one socket...

:p

Guys, please read the threads before replying (second one is excused ;)). :p

[SpookyLars]

There is only one socket. You can, however, upgrade it to 6-core (W36xx) later on

Does it require replacing the whole motherboard or processor board only?

[Transporteur]

Does it require replacing the whole motherboard or processor board only?

You only need a new CPU daughter board.

[SpookyLars]

You only need a new CPU daughter board.

OK, thanks for clarification :)