# Xeon E5-2650v2: specs and first steps

> Xeon E5-2650v2: 2xIntel Xeon E5-2650v2 CPU, 128GB DDR3 RAM, 1TB SSD. Who it suits, how it compares in its line, how to order it and your first steps.

Difficulty: Beginner

Xeon E5-2650v2 is a whole physical server in Istanbul, Turkey: every core, all the memory and the full disk are yours, with full root or Administrator access. Not sure yet? Read [VPS, VDS or dedicated](/guides/vps-vs-vds-vs-dedicated-server) first.

## What this plan includes

- 2xIntel Xeon E5-2650v2 CPU
- 128GB DDR3 RAM
- 1TB SSD
- 10TB @ 1Gbps Bandwidth
- DDoS Protection
- 1 IPv4
- 24/7/365 Support
- Fully Upgradable

## Who this plan suits

- Large databases, a virtualization host with many machines and big build or data jobs.
- Users close to this location: distance is what you feel as delay. See [choose a data center location](/guides/choose-a-data-center-location).

## Compare the plans in this line

| Plan | Main specs |
|---|---|
| [Ryzen 5 3600](/guides/plan-ryzen-5-3600) | AMD Ryzen 5 3600, 32GB DDR4 RAM, 500GB SSD |
| [Ryzen 5 5600G](/guides/plan-ryzen-5-5600g) | AMD Ryzen 5 5600G CPU, 32GB DDR4 RAM, 500GB SSD |
| [Xeon E5-2420v2](/guides/plan-xeon-e5-2420v2) | 2xIntel Xeon E5-2420v2 CPU, 128GB DDR4 RAM, 2TB SSD |
| [Ryzen 7 3700X](/guides/plan-ryzen-7-3700x) | AMD Ryzen 7 3700X, 64GB DDR4 RAM, 2x500GB SSD |
| **Xeon E5-2650v2** (this guide) | 2xIntel Xeon E5-2650v2 CPU, 128GB DDR3 RAM, 1TB SSD |
| [Ryzen 9 5950X](/guides/plan-ryzen-9-5950x) | AMD Ryzen 9 5950X CPU, 64GB DDR4 RAM, 1TB M2 NVMe |
| [Xeon E5-2697v2](/guides/plan-xeon-e5-2697v2) | 2xIntel Xeon E5-2697v2 CPU, 256GB DDR3 RAM, 2x1TB SSD |
| [Ryzen 9 7950X](/guides/plan-ryzen-9-7950x) | AMD Ryzen 9 7950X CPU, 64GB DDR5 6000Mhz RAM, 1TB M2 NVMe |
| [Xeon E5-2699v4](/guides/plan-xeon-e5-2699v4) | 2xIntel Xeon E5-2699v4 CPU, 512GB DDR4 RAM, 8x960GB SSD |

Next in this line: [Ryzen 9 5950X](/guides/plan-ryzen-9-5950x).

Before it: [Ryzen 7 3700X](/guides/plan-ryzen-7-3700x).

## Order this plan

1. Compare terms and prices on the [Istanbul dedicated servers page](/dedicated-servers/istanbul), or [order Xeon E5-2650v2 directly](/cart.php?a=add&pid=40).
2. In the order form, choose the operating system, the location and the billing term this plan offers.
3. Pay the invoice: [checkout step by step](/guides/checkout-step-by-step). The service appears under **Services › My Services**, and we e-mail you when it is ready.

## First steps

1. Find the address and the login in your welcome e-mail; the service is under **Services › My Services**.
2. Connect with SSH on Linux ([connect to a Linux server](/guides/connect-to-linux-server-ssh)) or Remote Desktop on Windows ([first steps on Windows Server](/guides/windows-server-first-steps-rdp)).
3. Check that the hardware matches your order: [dedicated servers](/guides/dedicated-servers) lists the day-one checks.
4. Keep your own backups: [the 3-2-1 backup strategy](/guides/backup-strategy-3-2-1).

## Troubleshooting

**The order still shows Pending.** We are preparing the server and e-mail you when it is ready; see [after you order](/guides/after-you-order).

**You cannot connect.** See [server unreachable](/guides/server-unreachable).

## Next steps

- More in this line: [Istanbul dedicated servers](/dedicated-servers/istanbul).

## Frequently asked questions

### What does Xeon E5-2650v2 include?

2xIntel Xeon E5-2650v2 CPU, 128GB DDR3 RAM, 1TB SSD, 10TB @ 1Gbps Bandwidth, DDoS Protection.

### Can I add memory or disks later?

Open a support ticket to ask for more memory or storage. A different processor or platform usually means moving to another server.

### Which systems can I choose?

The order form lists the systems this plan offers, and you can reinstall later from the client area.

### Where do I see the price?

On the order page: prices follow the live catalog and your currency, so they are not written in this guide.

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Source: <https://hyperdc.com/guides/products/plan-xeon-e5-2650v2>\
Updated: 2026-10-31