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AIC XP1-S201TU05 SB201-TU Barebone System - 2U Rack-mountable - Dual LGA-4189 CPU Support - Intel C621A Chipset - 16x DDR4 Slots - 26 Expansion Bays
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This barebone system features a comprehensive I/O set including two USB 3.0 ports, dual Gigabit Ethernet RJ-45 ports, and a VGA port for local management. The integrated Serial ATA/600 controller supports up to 10 drives, while two M.2 interfaces enable NVMe storage deployment.
Power is delivered through dual 1.20 kW power supplies with 120/230 V AC auto-ranging input, ensuring redundancy and compatibility with global power standards. The thermal design supports processors with up to 270 W TDP, maintaining stable operation in dense rack configurations.
Relevant factors for this section include Number of Processors Supported, Processor Socket, Processor Supported, Chipset Manufacturer. When those points are considered together, they give buyers a clearer picture of how the product is equipped, how it fits into deployment, and what kind of day-to-day role it is meant to support.
Key Product Advantages
The dual LGA-4189 socket design supports the latest Intel Xeon scalable processors, enabling core counts up to 40 cores per socket for massively parallel workloads. This makes the SB201-TU suitable for technical computing, AI inference, and large-scale virtualization platforms.
High-Density Expansion
26 expansion bays and multiple PCIe slots allow extensive storage and accelerator card deployment without requiring additional chassis space.
- 3 PCIe x16 slots for GPUs or HBAs
- 2 PCIe x8 slots for network or storage cards
- 2 M.2 interfaces for NVMe boot or cache drives
Enterprise Memory Architecture
Sixteen DDR4-3200 memory slots provide large memory capacity and bandwidth for memory-intensive applications like in-memory databases and virtual machines.
- Supports registered ECC DDR4
- Intel Optane Memory ready for persistent memory tiering
- PC4-25600 memory standard
Deployment / Use Cases
The 2U form factor balances rack density with serviceability, making this system appropriate for data center, colocation, and enterprise server room environments. IT teams can deploy it as a compute node in HPC clusters, a rendering server for media production, or a database server for transactional applications.
With its extensive expansion capabilities, the SB201-TU can evolve with infrastructure needs, adding specialized cards for networking, storage, or acceleration as requirements change over time.
Virtualization Host
Deploy as a VMware ESXi or Microsoft Hyper-V host, leveraging dual CPU support and abundant memory slots for hosting numerous virtual machines.
- Ideal for VDI implementations
- Supports network virtualization with PCIe expansion
- Redundant power supplies for uptime
Storage Server
Configure as a NAS or SAN storage node using the 10 SATA ports and multiple PCIe slots for HBA or RAID controller cards.
- Build ZFS or Windows Storage Spaces arrays
- Add NVMe caching via M.2 interfaces
- Gigabit Ethernet for iSCSI or NFS connectivity
Physical Profile
The chassis measures 3.5" (88.9 mm) in height, 17" (431.8 mm) in width, and 25.4" (645.16 mm) in depth, conforming to standard 2U rack dimensions. The rack-mountable design includes tool-less rails for easy installation in 19-inch server racks. The compact 2U height maximizes rack space efficiency while providing adequate airflow for cooling high-TDP processors and expansion cards.
- Width
- 17" (431.80 mm)
- Depth
- 25.40" (645.16 mm)
- Height
- 2U
Highlights
- Dual LGA-4189 sockets support Intel Xeon Gold, Platinum, Silver, and Bronze processors
- Intel C621A chipset provides enterprise I/O and management features
- 16 DDR4-3200 memory slots for up to 4 TB capacity with registered ECC modules
- 26 total expansion bays for high-density storage deployment
- 6 PCIe expansion slots (3 x16, 2 x8) plus 2 M.2 interfaces
- Dual 1.20 kW power supplies with 120/230 V AC auto-ranging input
- 10 Serial ATA/600 ports for HDD or SSD storage arrays
- 2 Gigabit Ethernet ports and 2 USB 3.0 ports for connectivity
- 2U rack-mountable form factor for standard 19-inch server racks
- RoHS compliant for reduced environmental impact
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Advanced Industrial Computer, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | XP1-S201TU05 |
| Brand Name | AIC |
| Product Model | SB201-TU |
| Product Name | SB201-TU Barebone System |
| Product Type | Barebone System |
| Processor | |
| Number of Processors Supported | 2 |
| Processor Socket | Socket LGA-4189 |
| Processor Supported | Xeon Gold,Xeon Bronze,Xeon Silver,Xeon Platinum |
| 64-bit Processing | Yes |
| Chipset | |
| Chipset Manufacturer | Intel |
| Chipset Model | C621A |
| Memory | |
| Memory Technology | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Memory Standard | DDR4-3200/PC4-25600 |
| Total Number of Memory Slots | 16 |
| Intel Optane Memory Ready | Yes |
| Controllers | |
| Controller Type | Serial ATA/600 |
| Network & Communication | |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Number of Total Expansion Bays | 26 |
| Total Number of Expansion Slots | 6 |
| Number of PCI Express x8 Slots | 2 |
| Number of PCI Express x16 Slots | 3 |
| Number of M.2 Interfaces | 2 |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of USB Ports | 2 |
| Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 2 |
| Network (RJ-45) | Yes |
| Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports | 2 |
| Number of SATA Interfaces | 10 |
| Number of VGA Ports | 1 |
| Power Description | |
| Input Voltage | 120 V AC,230 V AC |
| Number of Power Supplies Installed | 2 |
| Maximum Power Supply Wattage | 1.20 kW |
| Thermal Design Power | 270 W |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
| Rack Height | 2U |
| Height | 3.50" (88.90 mm) |
| Width | 17" (431.80 mm) |
| Depth | 25.40" (645.16 mm) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) |
User Manual
FAQ
What processors are compatible with this barebone system?
The SB201-TU supports dual Intel Xeon scalable processors using the LGA-4189 socket, including the Xeon Gold, Platinum, Silver, and Bronze families. These processors range from entry-level to high-core-count models, allowing you to match CPU performance to your specific workload requirements, whether for virtualization, database, or technical computing applications.
How much memory can this system support?
With 16 DDR4 memory slots supporting DDR4-3200/PC4-25600 modules, the system can accommodate substantial memory configurations. Using 256 GB registered ECC DIMMs, total capacity reaches 4 TB. The memory architecture supports Intel Optane persistent memory for tiered memory solutions, enhancing performance for data-intensive applications.
What expansion capabilities does this 2U chassis provide?
The chassis offers 26 total expansion bays for storage devices and 6 PCIe expansion slots: three x16 slots, two x8 slots, and two M.2 interfaces. This allows installation of multiple GPU accelerators, network adapters, storage controllers, or NVMe drives, making the system highly adaptable for specialized workloads like AI, rendering, or high-speed storage.
What power supply configuration is included?
The system includes dual 1.20 kW power supplies that support 120 V AC and 230 V AC input voltages, providing power redundancy for critical deployments. This dual-PSU configuration ensures continuous operation if one power supply fails, and the auto-ranging input makes the system compatible with North American and international power standards.
What storage interfaces are available on this barebone?
Storage connectivity includes 10 Serial ATA/600 ports for traditional HDDs or SSDs, plus two M.2 interfaces for NVMe storage. The SATA/600 controller delivers 6 Gb/s throughput per port, while the M.2 slots support PCIe NVMe drives for high-performance boot volumes or cache tiers, enabling flexible storage architectures.
Is this system suitable for rack deployment in a data center?
Yes, the 2U rack-mountable form factor is designed for standard 19-inch server racks. With dimensions of 3.5" height, 17" width, and 25.4" depth, it fits typical rack enclosures. The design includes adequate airflow for cooling high-TDP processors and supports tool-less rail kits for easy installation and maintenance in data center environments.
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