Overview
The Intel S5000XVN/XSL is a professional-grade server motherboard designed for high-performance dual-socket workstations and servers. Built on the Intel 5000X chipset with SSI EEB form factor, this board delivers the reliability and features required for compute-intensive applications, data centers, and enterprise infrastructure.
Key Features
- Dual LGA771 processor sockets for Intel Xeon scalability
- Intel 5000X + ESB2-E chipset for comprehensive server management
- 8 DIMM slots supporting up to 32GB DDR2 SDRAM
- 6 SATA 3.0 ports for direct-attached storage
- Advanced thermal and power management for high-TDP processors
- Integrated Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) for remote management
Technical Specifications
- Processor Socket: Dual LGA771 (Socket J)
- Supported Processors: Intel Xeon 5000, 5100, 5300 Series (Dual-Core, Quad-Core)
- Chipset: Intel 5000X + ESB2-E
- Memory Technology: DDR2 SDRAM
- Memory Capacity: Up to 32GB (8 x 4GB DIMMs)
- Memory Speed: 667 MHz, 800 MHz
- Expansion Slots: 2 x PCI Express x16, 1 x PCI Express x8, 2 x PCI-X 133/100 MHz, 1 x PCI 33 MHz
- Storage Interfaces: 6 x SATA (3.0 Gbps), dual channel SATA/SAS support
- Form Factor: SSI EEB (12″ x 13″)
- Power Consumption: 550W rated load support
- BMC Features: IPMI 2.0 compliant remote management, event logging, sensor monitoring
Typical Applications
- Enterprise server and workstation builds
- High-performance computing clusters
- Data center infrastructure deployment
- Scientific simulation and modeling
- Virtualization and cloud computing platforms
- Legacy system maintenance and upgrade
Compatibility & Replacements
Compatible With
- Intel Xeon Processor 5000 Series (Dual-Core, 65nm, up to 3.73 GHz)
- Intel Xeon Processor 5100 Series (Dual-Core, 65nm, up to 3.73 GHz)
- Intel Xeon Processor 5300 Series (Quad-Core, 45nm, up to 3.73 GHz)
- DDR2 SDRAM memory modules (667, 800 MHz)
- Standard ATX power supplies (550W minimum)
- SSI EEB form factor server chassis
Replaces / Drop-In Replacement For
- Intel S5000XVN (original single-slot variant)
- Intel S5000XVNSASR
- Intel S5000XVNSATAR
Works With
- Intel Management Engine BIOS firmware
- IPMI 2.0 compliant server management tools
- RedHat Enterprise Linux, CentOS, Windows Server 2003/2008
- ESX/ESXi hypervisors (legacy versions compatible with Xeon 5000/5300)
- Standard DDR2 DIMM modules from major manufacturers
