AMD EPYC 7742 2.25GHz 64 Core 256MB 225W SP3 CPU (Dell Locked) 100-000000053

AMD EPYC 7742 – Dell OEM Locked CPU (Part Number: 100-000000053)

The AMD EPYC 7742 Dell OEM version is a 64-core, 128-thread server processor engineered for Dell PowerEdge systems. Optimized for Dell infrastructure, this CPU delivers outstanding performance for virtualization, data analytics, high-performance computing, and scalable enterprise workloads.

Built on 7-nanometer process technology, it operates at a base frequency of 2.25 GHz and can boost up to 3.40 GHz. With 256 megabytes of L3 cache and support for up to 4 terabytes of DDR4 memory per socket across eight channels, the EPYC 7742 offers superior compute and memory performance. It also supports 128 PCIe Gen 4 lanes, enabling high-speed connections to GPUs, NVMe drives, and networking cards.

Technical Specifications

• Processor: AMD EPYC 7742 (Dell OEM locked)

• Cores / Threads: 64 cores / 128 threads

• Base Frequency: 2.25 GHz

• Max Boost Frequency: Up to 3.40 GHz

• Total Cache: 256 MB L3 + 32 MB L2

• TDP: 225 watts

• Process Node: 7 nm

• Socket: SP3 (LGA4094)

• Memory Support: Up to 4 TB DDR4-3200 ECC per socket (8-channel)

• PCIe Support: 128 PCIe Gen 4 lanes

• Multi-CPU Capable: Supports 2-socket configurations

• Platform Lock: Designed for Dell PowerEdge servers only

Compatible Dell Equipment

Dell PowerEdge Servers:

• PowerEdge R6525

• PowerEdge R7525

• PowerEdge C6525

• PowerEdge XE8545 (in specific configurations)

Cooling & Infrastructure:

• Dell OEM passive or active SP3 coolers

• Dell rack systems with optimized airflow and thermal controls

• iDRAC-supported management and BIOS tuning

Ideal Applications

• Virtualized server environments (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM)

• Enterprise cloud and private cloud infrastructure

• AI inference and ML model deployment

• High-performance computing in scientific or financial sectors

• Data lakes, analytics, and distributed storage systems

• ERP systems and large relational databases

Summary

The Dell-locked AMD EPYC 7742 is purpose-built for seamless integration with Dell PowerEdge systems. It brings exceptional compute density, I/O bandwidth, and energy efficiency for mission-critical environments. Ideal for dual-socket enterprise servers, it supports a wide range of next-generation workloads with confidence and stability.