Motherboard with multiple CPU sockets?

[sebaperez]

Hi,

I'm working in lab of AI the University. We need buy one server and not we are sure what is the best option.

Is possible adquire the motherboard with multiple CPU sockets (e.g., 4 sockets) and buy only one processor? The idea is to buy the three processors later, because the budget does not allow higher spending.

Regards!

 

[o1die]

Yes. Check newegg.com for server boards with multiple cpu sockets. They will work with only one cpu. The 12 core opterons are the most expensive if you factor in the cost of the motherboard, but you'll have to check for benchmarks to see how they compare with the xeon 1366. Can't help you there.

 

[sebaperez]

Best answer selected by sebaperez.

 

[Richard_82]

not the best answer, as newegg does not make it easy nor reliable.