The Xeon e3110 and the Core 2 Duo e8400 are essentially identical, with the exception that the Xeon may undergo more strenuous testing as it is a server cpu.
Any Intel based motherboard that is designed to use 45nm architecture is compatible with both processors, and since memory isn't controlled by the cpu (but by a seperate chip on the motherboard, in the case of Intel)...DDR3, DDR2, etc., isn't an issue. Just make sure that the motherboard you use is compatible with the memory you choose, some motherboards can use both DDR2 and DDR3 (ie..P35 North bridge chipset).
Server CPU's are designed to run 24/7, so the Xeon requires slightly lower voltages to lessen the heat it creates.
The e3110 and the e8400 have identical clock speeds with the same multiplier, but at slightly different voltages (very slight).
I hope this answers several of the questions, these 2 processors are basically identical. Check the specifications for the motherboard you are using or going to use for compatibility with 45nm architecture, DDR2 or DDR3 usage, as DDR2 and 3 standards are also different for each board...but that's a little complicated and I won't get into that.
Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on April 17, 2008 - 6:54am. The Xeon e3110 and the Core
The Xeon e3110 and the Core 2 Duo e8400 are essentially identical, with the exception that the Xeon may undergo more strenuous testing as it is a server cpu.
Any Intel based motherboard that is designed to use 45nm architecture is compatible with both processors, and since memory isn't controlled by the cpu (but by a seperate chip on the motherboard, in the case of Intel)...DDR3, DDR2, etc., isn't an issue. Just make sure that the motherboard you use is compatible with the memory you choose, some motherboards can use both DDR2 and DDR3 (ie..P35 North bridge chipset).
Server CPU's are designed to run 24/7, so the Xeon requires slightly lower voltages to lessen the heat it creates.
The e3110 and the e8400 have identical clock speeds with the same multiplier, but at slightly different voltages (very slight).
I hope this answers several of the questions, these 2 processors are basically identical. Check the specifications for the motherboard you are using or going to use for compatibility with 45nm architecture, DDR2 or DDR3 usage, as DDR2 and 3 standards are also different for each board...but that's a little complicated and I won't get into that.