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G242-Z12
HPC/AI Server - AMD EPYC™ 7003 - 2U UP 4 x PCIe Gen4 GPUs
- NVIDIA-Certified Systems™ - Data Center Servers
- NVIDIA-Certified Systems™ - High-Density VDI Servers
- Hardware-level root of trust support
- Supports up to 4 x Dual slot Gen4 GPUs
- AMD EPYC™ 7003 Series processors
- AMD EPYC™ 7003 Series processors with AMD 3D V-Cache™ Technology
- Single processor, 7nm technology
- 8-Channel RDIMM/LRDIMM DDR4, 8 x DIMMs
- 1 x Dedicated management port
- 4 x 3.5"/2.5" SATA hot-swappable bays
- 2 x 2.5" Gen4 NVMe/SATA/SAS hot-swappable bays on the rear side
- 4 x FHFL PCIe Gen4 x16 slots for GPUs
- 2 x FHHL PCIe Gen4 x16 and x8 slots
- 1 x OCP 3.0 Gen4 x16 slot
- Dual 1600W 80 PLUS Platinum redundant power supply (-A00)
- Dual 1600W 80 PLUS Titanium redundant power supply (-AT0)
* The entire materials provided herein are for reference only. GIGABYTE reserves the right to modify or revise the content at anytime without prior notice.
* Advertised performance is based on maximum theoretical interface values from respective Chipset vendors or organization who defined the interface specification. Actual performance may vary by system configuration.
* All trademarks and logos are the properties of their respective holders.
* Due to standard PC architecture, a certain amount of memory is reserved for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount.
* Advertised performance is based on maximum theoretical interface values from respective Chipset vendors or organization who defined the interface specification. Actual performance may vary by system configuration.
* All trademarks and logos are the properties of their respective holders.
* Due to standard PC architecture, a certain amount of memory is reserved for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount.
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions (WxHxD, mm)
2U
438 x 87.5 x 820
438 x 87.5 x 820
Motherboard
MZ12-HD6
CPU
AMD EPYC™ 7003 Series processors
AMD EPYC™ 7003 Series processors with AMD 3D V-Cache™ Technology
Single processor, 7nm technology
Up to 64 cores, 128 threads
cTDP up to 280W
Compatible with AMD EPYC™ 7002 Series processors
AMD EPYC™ 7003 Series processors with AMD 3D V-Cache™ Technology
Single processor, 7nm technology
Up to 64 cores, 128 threads
cTDP up to 280W
Compatible with AMD EPYC™ 7002 Series processors
Socket
1 x LGA 4094
Socket SP3
Socket SP3
Chipset
System on Chip
Memory
8 x DIMM slots
DDR4 memory supported only
8-Channel memory architecture
RDIMM modules up to 128GB supported
LRDIMM modules up to 128GB supported
3DS RDIMM/LRDIMM modules up to 256GB supported
Memory speed: Up to 3200 MT/s
DDR4 memory supported only
8-Channel memory architecture
RDIMM modules up to 128GB supported
LRDIMM modules up to 128GB supported
3DS RDIMM/LRDIMM modules up to 256GB supported
Memory speed: Up to 3200 MT/s
LAN
Rear side:
1 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Management LAN
1 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Management LAN
Video
Integrated in Aspeed® AST2600
2D Video Graphic Adapter with PCIe bus interface
1920x1200@60Hz 32bpp
2D Video Graphic Adapter with PCIe bus interface
1920x1200@60Hz 32bpp
Storage
Front side:
4 x 3.5"/2.5" SATA hot-swappable bays
SATA devices supported only
Rear side:
2 x 2.5" Gen4 NVMe/SATA/SAS hot-swappable bays
SAS card is required for SAS devices support
4 x 3.5"/2.5" SATA hot-swappable bays
SATA devices supported only
Rear side:
2 x 2.5" Gen4 NVMe/SATA/SAS hot-swappable bays
SAS card is required for SAS devices support
SAS
Depends on SAS add-in cards
RAID
N/A
Expansion Slots
4 x PCIe x16 (Gen4 x16) FHFL slots, for GPUs
Riser Card CRSG120:
- 1 x PCIe x16 (Gen4 x16 or x8) FHHL slot
- 1 x PCIe x8 (Gen4 x0 or x8) FHHL slot
1 x OCP 3.0 slot with PCIe Gen4 x16 bandwidth
NCSI function supported
- System is validated for population with a uniform GPU model.
- Support is not provided for mixed GPU populations.
Riser Card CRSG120:
- 1 x PCIe x16 (Gen4 x16 or x8) FHHL slot
- 1 x PCIe x8 (Gen4 x0 or x8) FHHL slot
1 x OCP 3.0 slot with PCIe Gen4 x16 bandwidth
NCSI function supported
- System is validated for population with a uniform GPU model.
- Support is not provided for mixed GPU populations.
Internal I/O
1 x TPM header
1 x Front panel header
1 x Front panel header
Front I/O
1 x USB 3.0
1 x Power button with LED
1 x ID button with LED
1 x Reset button
1 x NMI button
1 x System status LED
1 x Storage activity LED
1 x Power button with LED
1 x ID button with LED
1 x Reset button
1 x NMI button
1 x System status LED
1 x Storage activity LED
Rear I/O
2 x USB 3.0
1 x VGA
1 x MLAN
1 x ID LED
1 x VGA
1 x MLAN
1 x ID LED
Backplane Board
Speed and bandwidth:
Front side - CBPG041: SATA 6Gb/s
Rear side - CBP2021: PCIe Gen4 x4 or SATA 6Gb/s or SAS 12Gb/s
Front side - CBPG041: SATA 6Gb/s
Rear side - CBP2021: PCIe Gen4 x4 or SATA 6Gb/s or SAS 12Gb/s
TPM
1 x TPM header with SPI interface
Optional TPM2.0 kit: CTM010
Optional TPM2.0 kit: CTM010
Power Supply
Dual 1600W 80 PLUS Platinum redundant power supply (-A00)
AC Input:
- 100-120V~/ 12A, 50/60Hz
- 200-240V~/ 10A, 50/60Hz
DC Input: (Only for China)
- 240Vdc/ 10A
DC Output:
- Max 1000W/ 100-120V~
+12V/ 81.5A
+12Vsb/ 2.5A
- Max 1600W/ 200-240V~ or 240Vdc Input
+12V/ 133A
+12Vsb/ 2.5A
Dual 1600W 80 PLUS Titanium redundant power supply (-AT0)
AC Input:
- 100-240V~/ 12-9.5A, 50/60Hz
DC Input: (Only for China)
- 240Vdc/ 9.5A
DC Output:
- Max 1000W/ 100-127V~
+12.2V/ 82A
+12Vsb/ 3A
- Max 1600W/ 200-240V~ or 240Vdc Input
+12.2V/ 131.2A
+12Vsb/ 3A
AC Input:
- 100-120V~/ 12A, 50/60Hz
- 200-240V~/ 10A, 50/60Hz
DC Input: (Only for China)
- 240Vdc/ 10A
DC Output:
- Max 1000W/ 100-120V~
+12V/ 81.5A
+12Vsb/ 2.5A
- Max 1600W/ 200-240V~ or 240Vdc Input
+12V/ 133A
+12Vsb/ 2.5A
Dual 1600W 80 PLUS Titanium redundant power supply (-AT0)
AC Input:
- 100-240V~/ 12-9.5A, 50/60Hz
DC Input: (Only for China)
- 240Vdc/ 9.5A
DC Output:
- Max 1000W/ 100-127V~
+12.2V/ 82A
+12Vsb/ 3A
- Max 1600W/ 200-240V~ or 240Vdc Input
+12.2V/ 131.2A
+12Vsb/ 3A
System Management
Aspeed® AST2600 management controller
GIGABYTE Management Console (AMI MegaRAC SP-X) web interface
GIGABYTE Management Console (AMI MegaRAC SP-X) web interface
- Dashboard
- HTML5 KVM
- Sensor Monitor (Voltage, RPM, Temperature, CPU Status …etc.)
- Sensor Reading History Data
- FRU Information
- SEL Log in Linear Storage/Circular Storage Policy
- Hardware Inventory
- Fan Profile
- System Firewall
- Power Consumption
- Power Control
- Advanced power capping
- LDAP / AD / RADIUS Support
- Backup & Restore Configuration
- Remote BIOS/BMC/CPLD Update
- Event Log Filter
- User Management
- Media Redirection Settings
- PAM Order Settings
- SSL Settings
- SMTP Settings
OS Compatibility
Windows Server 2016 (X2APIC/256T not supported)
Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2022
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.3 or later
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.0 or later
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12 SP5 or later
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15 SP2 or later
Ubuntu 18.04.5 LTS or later
Ubuntu 20.04 LTS or later
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS or later
VMware ESXi 6.7 Update3 P03 or later
VMware ESXi 7.0 Update1 or later
VMware ESXi 8.0 or later
Citrix Hypervisor 8.2.0 or later
Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2022
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.3 or later
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.0 or later
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12 SP5 or later
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15 SP2 or later
Ubuntu 18.04.5 LTS or later
Ubuntu 20.04 LTS or later
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS or later
VMware ESXi 6.7 Update3 P03 or later
VMware ESXi 7.0 Update1 or later
VMware ESXi 8.0 or later
Citrix Hypervisor 8.2.0 or later
System Fans
5 x 80x80x38mm (16,300rpm)
Operating Properties
Operating temperature: 10°C to 35°C
Operating humidity: 8%-80% (non-condensing)
Non-operating temperature: -40°C to 60°C
Non-operating humidity: 20%-95% (non-condensing)
Operating humidity: 8%-80% (non-condensing)
Non-operating temperature: -40°C to 60°C
Non-operating humidity: 20%-95% (non-condensing)
Weight
Net Weight: 18.4 kg
Gross Weight: 31.2 kg
Gross Weight: 31.2 kg
Packaging Dimensions
1077 x 679 x 300 mm
Packaging Content
1 x G242-Z12
1 x CPU heatsink
3 x GPU power cables (CPU 8pin to PCIe 8pin*2, 360mm)
1 x GPU power cable (CPU 8pin to PCIe 8pin*2, 480mm)
1 x 2-Section Rail kit
1 x CPU heatsink
3 x GPU power cables (CPU 8pin to PCIe 8pin*2, 360mm)
1 x GPU power cable (CPU 8pin to PCIe 8pin*2, 480mm)
1 x 2-Section Rail kit
Part Numbers
- Barebone package: 6NG242Z12MR-00-A*
- Motherboard: 9MZ12HD6NR-00
- 2-Section Rail kit: 25HB2-3A0202-K0R
- CPU heatsink: 25ST1-15320E-J1R
- Front panel board - CFP1000: 9CFP1000NR-00
- Backplane board - CBPG041: 9CBPG041NR-00
- Backplane board - CBP2021: 9CBP2021NR-00
- Fan module: 25ST2-88382A-D0R
- Riser card - CRSG120: 9CRSG120NR-00
- GPU power cable (PCIe 8pin*2, 360mm): 25CRI-360300-Y4R
- GPU power cable (PCIe 8pin*2, 480mm): 25CRI-480300-Y4R
- Power supply (-A00): 25EP0-21600C-L0S
- Power supply (-AT0): 25EP0-21600E-L0S
- Motherboard: 9MZ12HD6NR-00
- 2-Section Rail kit: 25HB2-3A0202-K0R
- CPU heatsink: 25ST1-15320E-J1R
- Front panel board - CFP1000: 9CFP1000NR-00
- Backplane board - CBPG041: 9CBPG041NR-00
- Backplane board - CBP2021: 9CBP2021NR-00
- Fan module: 25ST2-88382A-D0R
- Riser card - CRSG120: 9CRSG120NR-00
- GPU power cable (PCIe 8pin*2, 360mm): 25CRI-360300-Y4R
- GPU power cable (PCIe 8pin*2, 480mm): 25CRI-480300-Y4R
- Power supply (-A00): 25EP0-21600C-L0S
- Power supply (-AT0): 25EP0-21600E-L0S
* The entire materials provided herein are for reference only. GIGABYTE reserves the right to modify or revise the content at anytime without prior notice.
* Advertised performance is based on maximum theoretical interface values from respective Chipset vendors or organization who defined the interface specification. Actual performance may vary by system configuration.
* All trademarks and logos are the properties of their respective holders.
* Due to standard PC architecture, a certain amount of memory is reserved for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount.
* Advertised performance is based on maximum theoretical interface values from respective Chipset vendors or organization who defined the interface specification. Actual performance may vary by system configuration.
* All trademarks and logos are the properties of their respective holders.
* Due to standard PC architecture, a certain amount of memory is reserved for system usage and therefore the actual memory size is less than the stated amount.
SUPPORT
Driver
BIOS
Utility
Firmware
QVL
- All
- All
- Windows Server 2022
- Windows Server 2019
- Windows Server 2016 64bit
Chipset
BIOS
Description
Version
Size
Date
Windows and UEFI mode flash BIOS SOP
Please download BIOS update tool from AMI Website
Please download BIOS update tool from AMI Website
-
0.31 MB
Jan 29, 2021
Warning:
Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it is recommended that you not flash the BIOS. To flash the BIOS, do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction.
What is a BETA?
BETA describes a new version that is reliable yet may not include all the features of the final product. During this phase we are previewing new features and gathering customer input to insure our product provides the best experience possible.
Because BIOS flashing is potentially risky, if you do not encounter problems using the current version of BIOS, it is recommended that you not flash the BIOS. To flash the BIOS, do it with caution. Inadequate BIOS flashing may result in system malfunction.
What is a BETA?
BETA describes a new version that is reliable yet may not include all the features of the final product. During this phase we are previewing new features and gathering customer input to insure our product provides the best experience possible.
- All
- All
- Windows Server 2022
- Windows Server 2019
- Windows Server 2016 R2 64bit
- Windows Server 2016 64bit
- Windows Server 2012 R2 64bit
- Windows Server 2012 64bit
- Windows 10 64bit
- VMware
- Ubuntu
- Linux CentOS
- Linux
Utility
Description
Version
Size
Date
GSM CLI
Version : 2.1.76
147.87 MB
May 22, 2024
OS: Windows Server 2012 64bit,Windows Server 2012 R2 64bit,Linux CentOS,Windows 10 64bit,Ubuntu,Windows Server 2016 R2 64bit,Windows Server 2019,Windows Server 2022
GSM Server
Version : 2.12
926.33 MB
Jan 18, 2023
OS: Linux,Windows Server 2016 64bit,Windows Server 2019
GSM Agent
Version : 2.5
720.29 MB
Dec 27, 2021
OS: Linux,Windows Server 2016 64bit,Windows Server 2019
Firmware
Description
Version
Size
Date
BMC firmware with embedded GIGABYTE Management Console
(AST2600)
(AST2600)
Version : 13.05.09
113.83 MB
Jan 26, 2024
English
Manual
Description
Version
Size
Date
User Guide - GIGABYTE Management Console (AMI AST2600)
Version : 1.0
11.4 MB
Aug 12, 2024
English
Description
Version
Size
Date
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Articles
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Success Case | June 06, 2023
CSR and ESG in Action: GIGABYTE Helps NCKU Train Award-Winning Supercomputing Team
GIGABYTE Technology is not only a leading brand in high-performance server solutions—it is also an active force for good when it comes to CSR and ESG activities. Case in point: in 2020, GIGABYTE provided four G482-Z50 servers to Taiwan’s Cheng Kung University. The servers were used to train a team of talented students, who went on to take first place in that year’s APAC HPC-AI Competition in Singapore. The parallel computing performance of the servers’ processors, the seamless connectivity between the servers, and the servers’ unrivalled reliability are the reasons why GIGABYTE servers are ideal for educating the next generation of supercomputing experts. GIGABYTE is happy to give back to society and contribute to human advancement through high tech solutions.
Success Case | June 02, 2023
NCHC and Xanthus Elevate Taiwanese Animation on the World Stage with GIGABYTE Servers
Created by Greener Grass Production, the Taiwanese sci-fi mini-series “2049” made its debut on Netflix and various local TV channels. The animated spin-off “2049+ Voice of Rebirth”, crafted by Xanthus Animation Studio, premiered on the streaming service myVideo. The CGI show was created with the NCHC Render Farm’s GIGABYTE servers, which employ top-of-the-line NVIDIA® graphics cards to empower artists with industry-leading rendering capabilities. The servers can take on multiple workloads simultaneously through parallel computing, and they boast a wide range of patented smart features that ensure stability and availability. With all it has going for it, “2049+ Voice of Rebirth” may garner enough attention to become the breakout hit that will introduce Taiwanese animation to international audiences.
Success Case | May 25, 2023
GIGABYTE’s ARM Server Boosts Development of Smart Traffic Solution by 200%
A team of scientists at NTU has adopted GIGABYTE’s G242-P32 server and the Arm HPC Developer Kit to incubate a “high-precision traffic flow model”—a smart traffic solution that can be used to test autonomous vehicles and identify accident-prone road sections for immediate redress. The ARM-based solution gives the project a 200% boost in efficiency, thanks to the cloud-native processor architecture that “speaks” the same coding language as the roadside sensors, the high number of CPU cores that excel at parallel computing, the synergy with GPUs that enable heterogeneous computing, and the ISO certifications which make the resulting model easily deployable for automakers and government regulators alike.
Tech Guide | May 31, 2022
What is Private Cloud, and is it Right for You?
In the era of cloud computing, just about everyone has heard of the terms “private cloud” and “public cloud”. Chances are, you are using one or both of them in your everyday life—but how much do you really know about them? If you had the chance, could you build a private cloud for yourself or your organization? GIGABYTE Technology, an industry leader in server solutions used by global cloud service providers, is pleased to present our latest Tech Guide. We will examine the difference between private and public clouds, introduce the private cloud’s advantages and limitations, and then introduce GIGABYTE products that may help you build and operate a private cloud of your own.
Tech Guide | March 16, 2022
What is Big Data, and How Can You Benefit from It?
You may be familiar with the term, “big data”, but how firm is your grasp of the concept? Have you heard of the “5 V’s” of big data? Can you recite the “Three Fundamental Steps” of how to use big data? Most importantly, do you know how to reap the benefits through the use of the right tools? GIGABYTE Technology, an industry leader in high-performance server solutions, is pleased to present our latest Tech Guide. We will walk you through the basics of big data, explain why it boasts unlimited potential, and finally delve into the GIGABYTE products that will help you ride high on the most exciting wave to sweep over the IT sector.
Tech Guide | February 11, 2022
The Advantages of ARM: From Smartphones to Supercomputers and Beyond
Processors based on the ARM architecture, an alternative to the mainstream x86 architecture, is gradually making the leap from mobile devices to servers and data centers. In this Tech Guide, GIGABYTE Technology, an industry leader in high-performance server solutions, recounts how ARM was developed. We also explain the various benefits of ARM processors and recommend ARM servers for different sectors and applications.
Tech Guide | January 11, 2022
Cluster Computing: An Advanced Form of Distributed Computing
Cluster computing is a form of distributed computing that is similar to parallel or grid computing, but categorized in a class of its own because of its many advantages, such as high availability, load balancing, and HPC. GIGABYTE Technology, an industry leader in high-performance servers, presents this tech guide to help you learn about cluster computing. We also recommend GIGABYTE servers that can help you benefit from cluster computing.
Tech Guide | January 10, 2022
Setting the Record Straight: What is HPC? A Tech Guide by GIGABYTE
The term HPC, which stands for high performance computing, gets thrown around a lot nowadays, as server solutions become more and more ubiquitous. It is running the risk of becoming a catchall phrase: anything that is “HPC” must be the right choice for your computing needs. You may be wondering: what exactly are the benefits of HPC, and is HPC right for you? GIGABYTE Technology, an industry leader in high-performance servers, presents this tech guide to help you understand what HPC means on both a theoretical and a practical level. In doing so, we hope to help you evaluate if HPC is right for you, while demonstrating what GIGABYTE has to offer in the field of HPC.
Video
News
News | September 21, 2022
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News | May 30, 2022
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News | March 23, 2022
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