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Asus RS520-E8-RS12-EV2 Barebone System - 2U Rack-mountable - Dual LGA 2011-v3 - 1TB DDR4 - Intel C612 Chipset
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This server platform supports dual Intel Xeon processors using the Socket LGA 2011-v3 interface, enabling high-core-count configurations for virtualization, database, and compute-intensive applications. The Intel C612 chipset provides enterprise features including hardware RAID support via the integrated Serial ATA/600 controller, dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, and extensive PCIe connectivity.
Memory architecture supports up to 1 TB of DDR4-2133 ECC memory across 16 DIMM slots, ensuring ample capacity for memory-hungry workloads. Storage flexibility is a key strength with 12 dedicated 3.5" drive bays plus two additional expansion bays, supporting large-capacity hard drives or SSDs in various RAID 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 RS520-E8-RS12-E V2 combines enterprise server features with the flexibility of a barebone platform, allowing organizations to build precisely configured systems while controlling component costs. Dual redundant 770W power supplies with 120/230V auto-switching input ensure power reliability in diverse electrical environments.
High-Density Storage Design
Twelve front-accessible 3.5" bays support high-capacity drives for storage-intensive applications, while nine SATA interfaces allow for additional internal storage expansion.
- 12x 3.5" hot-swap bays
- 9x SATA interfaces
- Hardware RAID 0/1/5/10 support
Enterprise Expansion Capabilities
Four PCIe slots including three x8 and one x16 slot accommodate network adapters, storage controllers, GPU accelerators, or other enterprise expansion cards.
- 3x PCIe x8 slots
- 1x PCIe x16 slot
- Tool-less expansion card installation
Deployment / Use Cases
This barebone server platform is ideal for organizations building custom server solutions for specific applications where off-the-shelf configurations don't meet requirements. The dual-processor support and extensive memory capacity make it suitable for virtualization hosts, database servers, and high-performance computing clusters.
The 2U form factor with 12 drive bays positions it well for storage server applications including NAS, backup targets, and media servers. IT departments can standardize on this platform while varying processor, memory, and storage configurations across different deployment scenarios.
Virtualization Host
Dual Xeon processors with high memory capacity support multiple virtual machines, while hardware RAID ensures storage performance and reliability for virtual disks.
Storage Server Platform
Twelve 3.5" bays accommodate high-capacity drives for file serving, backup storage, or media repositories with hardware RAID protection.
Physical Profile
The server chassis occupies 2U of standard 19" rack space with dimensions of 3.46" (88 mm) height, 17.48" (444 mm) width, and 24.21" (615 mm) depth. The compact 2U design maximizes rack density while providing front access to all drive bays and rear access to expansion slots and connectivity. Tool-less design elements simplify maintenance and component upgrades in data center environments.
- Width
- 17.48" (444 mm)
- Depth
- 24.21" (615 mm)
- Height
- 2U
- Weight
- 33.18 lb (15050 g)
Highlights
- Supports dual Intel Xeon processors via Socket LGA 2011-v3
- Up to 1 TB DDR4-2133 memory across 16 DIMM slots
- 12 front-accessible 3.5" drive bays for high-capacity storage
- Intel C612 chipset with hardware RAID 0/1/5/10 support
- Dual redundant 770W power supplies with auto-switching input
- 4 PCIe expansion slots (3x x8, 1x x16) for enterprise cards
- Gigabit Ethernet connectivity for network integration
- Supports Windows Server and multiple Linux distributions
- 2U rack-mountable form factor for data center deployment
- Environmentally friendly design and manufacturing
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | ASUS Computer International |
| Manufacturer Part Number | RS520-E8-RS12-EV2 |
| Brand Name | Asus |
| Product Model | RS520-E8-RS12-E V2 |
| Product Name | RS520-E8-RS12-E V2 Barebone System |
| Product Type | Barebone System |
| Processor | |
| Number of Processors Supported | 2 |
| Processor Socket | Socket LGA 2011-v3 |
| Processor Supported | Xeon |
| 64-bit Processing | Yes |
| Chipset | |
| Chipset Manufacturer | Intel |
| Chipset Model | C612 |
| Memory | |
| Maximum Memory Supported | 1 TB |
| Memory Technology | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Memory Standard | DDR4-2133/PC4-17000 |
| Total Number of Memory Slots | 16 |
| Controllers | |
| Controller Type | Serial ATA/600 |
| RAID Supported | Yes |
| Display & Graphics | |
| Graphics Memory Capacity | 32 MB |
| Network & Communication | |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Number of Total Expansion Bays | 14 |
| Number of 3.5" Bays | 12 |
| Total Number of Expansion Slots | 4 |
| Number of PCI Express x8 Slots | 3 |
| Number of PCI Express x16 Slots | 1 |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of USB Ports | 4 |
| Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 2 |
| Number of SATA Interfaces | 9 |
| Operating System | |
| Operating System Supported | Windows Server 2012 R2,Windows Server 2012,Windows Server 2008 R2,Red Hat Enterprise Linux,SuSE Linux Enterprise Server,CentOS,Ubuntu Server |
| Power Description | |
| Input Voltage | 120 V AC,230 V AC |
| Number of Power Supplies Installed | 2 |
| Maximum Power Supply Wattage | 770 W |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
| Rack Height | 2U |
| Height | 3.46" (88 mm) |
| Width | 17.48" (444 mm) |
| Depth | 24.21" (615 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 33.18 lb (15050 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
FAQ
What processors are compatible with this barebone system?
The system supports dual Intel Xeon processors using the Socket LGA 2011-v3 interface. This socket supports the Xeon E5-2600 v3 and v4 product families, offering a range of core counts and performance levels for different workload requirements. Processors must be purchased separately as this is a barebone system.
How much memory can this server platform support?
The platform supports up to 1 terabyte (1024 GB) of DDR4-2133 ECC memory across 16 DIMM slots. This extensive memory capacity supports memory-intensive applications like virtualization, databases, and in-memory computing. Memory modules must be purchased separately and installed according to the platform's memory population guidelines.
What storage configuration options are available?
The chassis includes 12 front-accessible 3.5" drive bays plus two additional expansion bays, supporting both hard drives and SSDs. The integrated Intel C612 chipset provides nine SATA interfaces with hardware RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 support. Additional storage controllers can be installed in the PCIe slots for SAS or NVMe storage expansion.
What operating systems are supported?
The platform supports Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2008 R2, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, CentOS, and Ubuntu Server. Driver support is available for all major server operating systems, and the system is compatible with hypervisors like VMware ESXi and Microsoft Hyper-V for virtualization deployments.
What expansion capabilities does this server offer?
The system provides four PCIe expansion slots: three PCIe x8 slots and one PCIe x16 slot. These slots accommodate network adapters (10GbE, InfiniBand), storage controllers (SAS, NVMe), GPU accelerators, or other enterprise expansion cards. The tool-less design allows easy installation and maintenance of expansion components.
What are the power supply specifications?
The system includes dual redundant 770W power supplies with auto-switching input that accepts both 120V and 230V AC power. The redundant power design ensures continuous operation if one power supply fails, and hot-swap capability allows replacement without system downtime. This configuration provides reliable power for fully loaded configurations with dual processors, maximum memory, and multiple drives.
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