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HCI Server - AMD EPYC™ 7003 - 2U 4-Node UP 12-Bay SATA
- 2U 4-node rear access server system
- AMD EPYC™ 7003 Series processors
- AMD EPYC™ 7003 Series processors with AMD 3D V-Cache™ Technology
- Single processor per node, 7nm technology
- 8-Channel RDIMM/LRDIMM DDR4, 32 x DIMMs
- 8 x 1Gb/s LAN ports (Intel® I350-AM2)
- 4 x Dedicated management ports
- 1 x CMC port
- 12 x 3.5" SATA hot-swappable bays
- 8 x M.2 slots with PCIe Gen3 x4 interface
- 4 x LP PCIe Gen4 x16 slots
- 4 x LP PCIe Gen3 x16 slots
- 4 x OCP 2.0 Gen3 x16 mezzanine slots
- Aspeed® AST2500 remote management controller
- Dual 1600W (240V) 80 PLUS Platinum redundant power supply
* 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 4-Node - Rear access
440 x 87.5 x 695
440 x 87.5 x 695
Motherboard
MZ12-HD8 Rev. 3.0
CPU
AMD EPYC™ 7003 Series processors
AMD EPYC™ 7003 Series processors with AMD 3D V-Cache™ Technology
Single processor per node, 7nm technology
Up to 64-core, 128 threads per processor
TDP up to 225W, cTDP up to 240W
Supports cTDP 280W at ambient 30°C
M.2 devices not supported if using 280W CPU
Compatible with AMD EPYC™ 7002 Series processors
AMD EPYC™ 7003 Series processors with AMD 3D V-Cache™ Technology
Single processor per node, 7nm technology
Up to 64-core, 128 threads per processor
TDP up to 225W, cTDP up to 240W
Supports cTDP 280W at ambient 30°C
M.2 devices not supported if using 280W CPU
Compatible with AMD EPYC™ 7002 Series processors
Socket
Per Node:
1 x LGA 4094
Total:
4 x LGA 4094
Socket SP3
1 x LGA 4094
Total:
4 x LGA 4094
Socket SP3
Chipset
System on Chip
Memory
Per node:
8 x DIMM slots
Total:
32 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 MHz
8 x DIMM slots
Total:
32 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 MHz
LAN
Per node:
2 x 1GbE LAN ports (1 x Intel® I350-AM2)
NCSI function supported
1 x Dedicated management port
Total:
8 x 1GbE LAN ports (4 x Intel® I350-AM2)
NCSI function supported
4 x Dedicated management ports
1 x CMC port
2 x 1GbE LAN ports (1 x Intel® I350-AM2)
NCSI function supported
1 x Dedicated management port
Total:
8 x 1GbE LAN ports (4 x Intel® I350-AM2)
NCSI function supported
4 x Dedicated management ports
1 x CMC port
Video
Integrated in Aspeed® AST2500
2D Video Graphic Adapter with PCIe bus interface
1920x1200@60Hz 32bpp, DDR4 SDRAM
Management chip on CMC board:
Integrated in Aspeed® AST2520A2-GP
2D Video Graphic Adapter with PCIe bus interface
1920x1200@60Hz 32bpp, DDR4 SDRAM
Management chip on CMC board:
Integrated in Aspeed® AST2520A2-GP
Storage
Per node:
3 x 3.5" SATA hot-swappable bays
Total:
12 x 3.5" SATA hot-swappable bays
3 x 3.5" SATA hot-swappable bays
Total:
12 x 3.5" SATA hot-swappable bays
SAS
N/A
RAID
N/A
Expansion Slots
Per node:
1 x PCIe x16 (Gen4 x16) low-profile slot
1 x PCIe x16 (Gen3 x16) low-profile slot
1 x OCP 2.0 mezzanine slot with PCIe Gen3 x16 bandwidth (Type1, P1, P2, P3, P4 with NCSI supported)
2 x M.2 slots:
- M-key
- PCIe Gen3 x4
- Supports 2242/2260/2280/22110 cards
- CPU TDP is limited to 155W if using M.2 device
Total:
4 x PCIe x16 (Gen4 x16) low-profile slots
4 x PCIe x16 (Gen3 x16) low-profile slots
4 x OCP 2.0 mezzanine slots with PCIe Gen3 x16 bandwidth (Type1, P1, P2, P3, P4 with NCSI supported)
8 x M.2 slots:
- M-key
- PCIe Gen3 x4
- Supports 2242/2260/2280/22110 cards
- CPU TDP is limited to 155W if using M.2 device
1 x PCIe x16 (Gen4 x16) low-profile slot
1 x PCIe x16 (Gen3 x16) low-profile slot
1 x OCP 2.0 mezzanine slot with PCIe Gen3 x16 bandwidth (Type1, P1, P2, P3, P4 with NCSI supported)
2 x M.2 slots:
- M-key
- PCIe Gen3 x4
- Supports 2242/2260/2280/22110 cards
- CPU TDP is limited to 155W if using M.2 device
Total:
4 x PCIe x16 (Gen4 x16) low-profile slots
4 x PCIe x16 (Gen3 x16) low-profile slots
4 x OCP 2.0 mezzanine slots with PCIe Gen3 x16 bandwidth (Type1, P1, P2, P3, P4 with NCSI supported)
8 x M.2 slots:
- M-key
- PCIe Gen3 x4
- Supports 2242/2260/2280/22110 cards
- CPU TDP is limited to 155W if using M.2 device
Internal I/O
Per node:
2 x M.2 slots
1 x USB 3.0 header
1 x TPM header
1 x OCP 2.0 mezzanine slot
1 x Front panel header
1 x Backplane board header
1 x IPMB connector
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
1 x BIOS recovery jumper
2 x M.2 slots
1 x USB 3.0 header
1 x TPM header
1 x OCP 2.0 mezzanine slot
1 x Front panel header
1 x Backplane board header
1 x IPMB connector
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
1 x BIOS recovery jumper
Front I/O
Per node:
1 x Power button with LED
1 x ID button with LED
1 x Status LED
1 x Reset button
Total:
4 x Power buttons with LED
4 x ID buttons with LED
4 x Status LEDs
4 x Reset buttons
1 x CMC status LED
1 x CMC Reset button
1 x Power button with LED
1 x ID button with LED
1 x Status LED
1 x Reset button
Total:
4 x Power buttons with LED
4 x ID buttons with LED
4 x Status LEDs
4 x Reset buttons
1 x CMC status LED
1 x CMC Reset button
Rear I/O
Per node:
2 x USB 3.0
1 x VGA
2 x RJ45
1 x MLAN
1 x ID LED
Total:
8 x USB 3.0
4 x VGA
8 x RJ45
4 x MLAN
4 x ID LEDs
*1 x CMC port
*Only one CMC port per system
2 x USB 3.0
1 x VGA
2 x RJ45
1 x MLAN
1 x ID LED
Total:
8 x USB 3.0
4 x VGA
8 x RJ45
4 x MLAN
4 x ID LEDs
*1 x CMC port
*Only one CMC port per system
Backplane Board
Speed and bandwidth:
SATA 6Gb/s
SATA 6Gb/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
AC Input:
- 100-120V~/ 12A, 50-60Hz
- 200-240V~/ 10A, 50-60Hz
DC Input:
- 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
- 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
System Management
Aspeed® AST2500 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
- 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 (x64) or later
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.0 (x64) or later
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12 SP5 (x64) or later
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15 SP2 (x64) or later
Ubuntu 18.04.5 LTS (x64) or later
Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (x64) or later
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS (x64) 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 (x64) or later
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.0 (x64) or later
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12 SP5 (x64) or later
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15 SP2 (x64) or later
Ubuntu 18.04.5 LTS (x64) or later
Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (x64) or later
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS (x64) 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
4 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: 23.6 kg
Gross Weight: 37.45 kg
Gross Weight: 37.45 kg
Packaging Dimensions
1167 x 700 x 309 mm
Packaging Content
1 x H252-Z12
4 x CPU heatsinks
1 x 3-Section Rail kit
4 x CPU heatsinks
1 x 3-Section Rail kit
Part Numbers
- Barebone package: 6NH252Z12MR-00-A02
- Motherboard: 9MZ12HD8NR-00
- 3-Section Rail kit: 25HB2-A66122-K0R
- CPU heatsink: 25ST1-44320J-A0R
- Backplane board - CBPH0C3: 9CBPH0C3NR-00
- Fan module: 25ST2-883828-D0R
- Power Supply: 25EP0-216008-L0S
Optional parts:
- M.2 expansion card - CMTP051: 9CMTP051NR-00
- Ring topology kit: 6NH23NR48SR-00
- RMA packaging: 6NH252Z12SR-RMA-A100
- Motherboard: 9MZ12HD8NR-00
- 3-Section Rail kit: 25HB2-A66122-K0R
- CPU heatsink: 25ST1-44320J-A0R
- Backplane board - CBPH0C3: 9CBPH0C3NR-00
- Fan module: 25ST2-883828-D0R
- Power Supply: 25EP0-216008-L0S
Optional parts:
- M.2 expansion card - CMTP051: 9CMTP051NR-00
- Ring topology kit: 6NH23NR48SR-00
- RMA packaging: 6NH252Z12SR-RMA-A100
* 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
LAN
BIOS
Description
Version
Size
Date
1) Updated to AGESA RomePI 1.0.0.J.
2) Updated to AGESA MilanPI 1.0.0.D.
3) Included multiple security updates.
2) Updated to AGESA MilanPI 1.0.0.D.
3) Included multiple security updates.
Version : M19_R33
35.33 MB
Oct 11, 2024
1) Fixed PKfail Vulnerability.
2) Optimized BcpPro tool compatibility.
2) Optimized BcpPro tool compatibility.
Version : M18_R32
35.32 MB
Aug 26, 2024
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 : 2.1.78
147.79 MB
Dec 12, 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
(AST2500 AMI)
(AST2500 AMI)
Version : 12.61.21
105.38 MB
Apr 11, 2024
Anglais
CMC Firmware (AST2520)
Note: Please make sure the system CMC firmware version is 12.40.19 or later before updating BMC firmware
Note: Please make sure the system CMC firmware version is 12.40.19 or later before updating BMC firmware
Version : 12.41.36
83.16 MB
Nov 02, 2023
Anglais
Manual
Description
Version
Size
Date
Description
Version
Size
Date
RESOURCES
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By using GIGABYTE, Spain’s Institute for Cross-Disciplinary Physics and Complex Systems is pitting the world’s foremost server solutions against some of the world’s most pressing issues, including the effects of climate change, pollution, and COVID-19. GIGABYTE servers are up to the diverse and daunting tasks, because they are designed for high performance computing, intensive numerical simulations, AI development, and big data management.
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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
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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.
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News
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