Question 1

Does this include a CPU cooler?

Accepted Answer

No, this item does not include a cpu cooler. It is becoming more common for cpu manufacturers (especially) Intel to not include a cooler our heatsink with their processors. This allows the customer to choose the cpu cooler that is best for their system. If you intend to use the computer for gaming, or professional video, audio, or photo editing a liquid or water cooled cpu cooler is recommended. If you intend to use the computer for typical everyday use (browsing internet, typing word documents, etc.) pretty much any cooler that fits your cpu type will work.

Question 2

Will this work with 2400mhz ddr3 64gb memory??

Accepted Answer

It looks like the fastest memory that has been validated by Intel in the ivy bridge-e is DDR3.  Can't include links to other sites, so you will have to Google verification on that.

Scroll down to 'traditional client'.  I cant get at the PDF on my phone.  Your MoBo manufacturer will also have a compatible memory list document, probably at the same place you download your drivers.

If your kit isn't listed at either of those lists, there's a good chance your system won't run it at full speed.

Question 3

How's the heat sink and fan on this? Good? Or, did everyone buy one seperatly. Thanks friends!

Accepted Answer

To the best of my knowledge, the Ivy-Bridge and Sandy Bridge-E (socket 2011) procs do not come with OEM heat sinks, unlike their non 'E' brethren.

However, they're so efficient that even a Hyper 212 plus or similar cheap jobber should get you up past 5GHz if your case has good circulation.

Question 4

does this support 64gb of ram? 8x8gb?

Accepted Answer

Max Memory Size (dependent on memory type)64 GB
Memory TypesDDR3-1333/1600/1866
# of Memory Channels4
Max Memory Bandwidth59.7 GB/s
ECC Memory Supported ‡ No

*warning validate motherboard, it says 4 channels, and the bigger motherboards get it to run 8 dimms. or assuming channel meaning Dimms.
same probably apply's for true 64gb, motherboard dependent.

Question 5

does the cooling fan come in the box?

Accepted Answer

Socket 2011parts do not come with stock coolers or fans.  They pretty much require at least a hyper 212 evo or equivalent, or a water loop if you are going to OC much.

Good luck on your build.

Question 6

Can I install this processor in an Asus Sabertooth x79 with an LGA 2011 socket?

Accepted Answer

That's a fairly common board to install an Ivy Bridge-E on.  You shouldn't have a problem, the socket number is the same and X79 is just the chipset.

I have had good experience with Asus boards so far- but the enthusiast class ones can be a bit funky on first boot.  Be sure and read the manual for specific first boot instructions, and it would be a good idea to google the bios error/boot codes, cause I think that board has their little LCD boot code displayer.

Good luck.

Question 7

Is the i7-4820k a 4th generation processor?

Accepted Answer

Yes it is.

Question 8

Is this a i7 4th generation?

Accepted Answer

Per information on the Intel website about naming conventions on 4th and 3rd Gen Intel CPUs:

Using this CPU as an example, an Intel Core i7-4820k would be "Brand" (Intel Core), "Brand Modifier" (i7), "Gen Indicator" (the 4 in 4820), "Alpha Suffix" (K = unlocked).

So yes, this is a 4th Generation Intel CPU.

Question 9

is this and 64gb good enough to run windows 8.1 pro without a problem?

Accepted Answer

64gb of what? Ram? Or SSD space? If you mean Ram, that's major overkill amount of RAM. If SSD space, it should fit Windows 8.1 Pro on it. As for if this CPU will run Windows 8.1 Pro, yes this CPU can run it and anything else you can throw at it without so much as a hiccup.

Question 10

Does this Cpu come with the Heatsink/fan?

Accepted Answer

CPU only. There are some really good aftermarket coolers though. I've got a noctua DH-14 (I think that's the model) and I have zero problems with cooling my CPU.

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