The Supermicro SNK-P0067PSM is a 1U passive CPU heatsink designed specifically for Intel Xeon Scalable processors on the X11 Purley platform. It is engineered for FCLGA3647 (Socket P) with a Narrow ILM mounting mechanism and features a proprietary Middle-Air-Channel design optimized for high-density multi-node server architectures.
Technical Specifications
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Socket Compatibility: FCLGA3647-0 (Socket P) – Narrow ILM only
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Platform: Intel Xeon Scalable (X11 Purley Platform)
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Maximum TDP: Up to 165W
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Form Factor: 1U low-profile
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Dimensions: 108mm (L) x 78mm (W) x 25.5mm (H)
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Cooling Type: Passive (no fan attached; relies on chassis airflow)
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Material: Aluminum heatsink fins
System & Motherboard Compatibility
This heatsink is not universal; it is validated for specific Supermicro high-density systems.
Officially Validated Systems
Compatible Motherboards
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Supermicro X11DPFR-S
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Supermicro X11DPT-PS
While primarily validated for the TwinPro and BigTwin series, compatibility is technically defined by:
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X11 generation motherboards
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LGA3647 Narrow ILM socket
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Chassis airflow that matches its passive cooling design
It may be installed on other X11 boards using Narrow ILM, provided the chassis airflow is sufficient.
Key Proprietary Feature: Middle-Air-Channel (M)
The “M” in SNK-P0067PSM indicates a 26mm wide Middle-Air-Channel.
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Designed to align with specialized air shrouds in 2U 4-node multi-node chassis
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Optimized for Twin architecture airflow paths
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Improves cooling efficiency in dense configurations
For standard 1U rackmount servers (non-Twin architecture), the
Supermicro SNK-P0067PS
is often preferred, as it uses a traditional fin array without the middle air gap and supports higher airflow flexibility.
Technical Constraints
Summary
The Supermicro SNK-P0067PSM is a purpose-built 1U passive heatsink optimized for X11 Purley multi-node platforms using Narrow ILM. Its proprietary Middle-Air-Channel design makes it ideal for TwinPro and BigTwin 2U 4-node systems, but less suitable for standard single-node 1U chassis unless airflow conditions are carefully verified.