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Gigabyte R281-Z92 2U Rackmount Server Barebone System - Dual Socket SP3128GB DDR4 - 24-Bay - AMD EPYC Support
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Product Features
Technical Overview
The R281-Z92 incorporates AMD's enterprise-grade chipset architecture optimized for EPYC processor platforms. The system supports 64-bit processing and includes an ASPEED AST2500 graphics controller for base-level display output. Memory configuration flexibility is enhanced through 32 DDR4 SDRAM slots operating at PC4-21300 speeds, allowing administrators to balance capacity and performance requirements.
Storage subsystem design emphasizes both capacity and connectivity, with multiple interface options supporting diverse drive configurations. The platform's thermal management includes two CPU heatsinks as standard components, while the 2U form factor optimizes rack space utilization without compromising expansion capabilities.
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
This server barebone system combines enterprise-grade components with flexible configuration options to address diverse deployment scenarios. The dual processor architecture provides substantial compute density within a 2U footprint, making efficient use of rack space while delivering performance headroom for growth.
Memory Scalability
With 32 DDR4 memory slots supporting up to 128GB, the system offers exceptional memory expansion potential for memory-intensive applications and virtualization environments.
- DDR4-2666/PC4-21300 standard
- Low power consumption
- Optimal thermal characteristics
Storage Flexibility
Twenty-six expansion bays and six SAS interfaces provide extensive storage configuration options, supporting everything from high-capacity archives to performance-optimized arrays.
- Multiple interface options
- High bay count
- Enterprise connectivity
Reliability Features
Dual redundant power supplies, enterprise-grade components, and comprehensive operating system compatibility ensure stable operation in demanding environments.
- Power supply redundancy
- Broad OS support
- Industrial-grade construction
Deployment / Use Cases
The R281-Z92 server barebone is well-suited for organizations requiring customizable computing infrastructure with enterprise-grade reliability. Its balanced combination of processing power, memory capacity, and storage expansion makes it appropriate for mid-density virtualization hosts, departmental servers, and dedicated application platforms.
Storage-focused deployments benefit from the system's numerous expansion bays and SAS interfaces, supporting everything from file servers to backup repositories. The platform's compatibility with multiple Linux distributions and Windows Server editions provides flexibility for diverse IT environments, while the 2U rackmount design integrates smoothly into standard data center infrastructure.
Virtualization Host
Dual processor support and substantial memory capacity make this system effective for hosting multiple virtual machines, with storage expansion supporting both VM storage and data repositories.
Storage Server
Twenty-six expansion bays provide extensive raw storage capacity, while SAS interfaces enable high-performance storage arrays for file serving, backups, or archival applications.
Physical Profile
This 2U rackmount server occupies standard rack space with dimensions of 3.43 inches (87mm) in height, 17.24 inches (438mm) in width, and 27.95 inches (710mm) in depth. The system weighs approximately 48.5 pounds (22,000g), with the included rail kit facilitating secure installation in standard server racks.
The rack-mountable form factor optimizes data center density while maintaining accessibility for maintenance. The 2U height provides sufficient internal space for cooling and component layout without excessive rack space consumption, making the system suitable for environments where rack real estate is at a premium.
- Width
- 17.24" (438 mm)
- Depth
- 27.95" (710 mm)
- Height
- 2U
- Weight
- 48.50 lb (22000 g)
What's in the Box
The system ships as a complete barebone package ready for component installation and deployment.
Highlights
- Supports dual AMD EPYC processors via Socket SP3 interfaces
- Accepts up to 128GB of DDR4-2666 memory across 32 DIMM slots
- Includes 26 total expansion bays for extensive storage capacity
- Features six SAS interfaces for high-speed storage connectivity
- Equipped with dual 1.6kW power supplies for redundancy
- Compatible with multiple Windows Server and Linux distributions
- 2U rackmount form factor optimizes data center space utilization
- Includes rail kit for standard rack installation
- RoHS compliant with environmentally friendly construction
- Backed by 1-year limited warranty
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GIGABYTE Technology, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | R281-Z92 |
| Brand Name | GIGABYTE |
| Product Model | R281-Z92 |
| Product Name | R281-Z92 (rev. 100) AMD EPYC™ DP Server System - 2U 24-Bay |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Product Type | Server Barebone System |
| Processor | |
| Number of Processors Supported | 2 |
| Processor Socket | Socket SP3 |
| Processor Supported | EPYC |
| 64-bit Processing | Yes |
| Chipset | |
| Chipset Manufacturer | AMD |
| Memory | |
| Maximum Memory Supported | 128 GB |
| Memory Technology | DDR4 SDRAM |
| Memory Standard | DDR4-2666/PC4-21300 |
| Total Number of Memory Slots | 32 |
| Display & Graphics | |
| Graphics Controller Manufacturer | ASPEED |
| Graphics Controller Model | AST2500 |
| Network & Communication | |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Number of Total Expansion Bays | 26 |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of USB Ports | 5 |
| Number of USB 3.0 Ports | 5 |
| Number of SAS Interfaces | 6 |
| Operating System | |
| Operating System Supported | Windows Server 2012 R2,Windows Server 2016,Red Hat Enterprise linux 7.4 x64,Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.0 x64,SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 11.4 x64,SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12.3 x64,SuSE Linux Enterprise Server 15 x64,Ubuntu 16.04 LTS x64,Ubuntu 18.04 LTS x64 |
| Power Description | |
| Input Voltage | 120 V AC,230 V AC |
| Number of Power Supplies Installed | 2 |
| Maximum Power Supply Wattage | 1.60 kW |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
| Rack Height | 2U |
| Height | 3.43" (87 mm) |
| Width | 17.24" (438 mm) |
| Depth | 27.95" (710 mm) |
| Weight (Approximate) | 48.50 lb (22000 g) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Package Contents | R281-Z92 (rev. 100) AMD EPYC™ DP Server System - 2U 24-Bay 2 x CPU Heatsinks 1 x Rail Kit |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | 1 Year |
FAQ
What processors are compatible with this server barebone system?
The R281-Z92 supports dual AMD EPYC processors using Socket SP3 interfaces. This enterprise-grade processor platform provides 64-bit processing capabilities suitable for demanding server workloads, virtualization environments, and compute-intensive applications.
How much memory can this system support and what type does it use?
This server barebone supports up to 128GB of DDR4 SDRAM memory operating at DDR4-2666/PC4-21300 speeds. The system includes 32 memory slots, providing excellent configuration flexibility for balancing capacity and performance requirements in enterprise deployments.
What storage expansion options are available with this system?
The R281-Z92 provides 26 total expansion bays along with six SAS interfaces for high-speed storage connectivity. This extensive expansion capability supports diverse storage configurations, from high-capacity archives to performance-optimized arrays for various server applications.
What operating systems are compatible with this server barebone?
The system supports multiple enterprise operating systems including Windows Server 2012 R2, Windows Server 2016, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.4 and 8.0, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 11.4, 12.3, and 15, plus Ubuntu 16.04 LTS and 18.04 LTS. This broad compatibility ensures integration with diverse IT environments.
What power supply configuration does this system include?
The R281-Z92 includes dual 1.6kW power supplies that support both 120V and 230V AC input. This redundant power configuration enhances system reliability while providing compatibility with power infrastructures in different geographic regions.
What is included in the package with this server barebone system?
The package includes the R281-Z92 server barebone system in a 2U 24-bay configuration, two CPU heatsinks for thermal management, and a complete rail kit for standard rack installation. The system ships ready for processor, memory, and storage component installation.
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