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Gigabyte E163-Z30-AAB1 Barebone System - 1U Rackmount - Socket SP5 LGA-6096256GB DDR5 - 12Gb/s SAS - 800W
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This barebone system features a single-processor architecture supporting AMD EPYC CPUs with 64-bit processing capabilities. Memory configuration utilizes DDR5 SDRAM technology running at DDR5-4800/PC5-38400 speeds across 12 available slots, enabling substantial memory bandwidth for demanding server workloads.
Storage connectivity is handled by 12Gb/s SAS and Serial ATA/600 controllers, providing high-speed access to enterprise storage devices. The system includes two PCI Express x16 slots and two expansion bays for adding storage drives or other peripheral components.
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.
A strong technical summary explains how the product's interfaces, hardware profile, and operating characteristics work together in real deployment. Buyers often need this context to confirm compatibility with existing devices, expected performance in daily use, and whether installation will be straightforward for IT staff or end users.
Key Product Advantages
The E163-Z30-AAB1 combines enterprise-grade components in a space-efficient 1U chassis, offering organizations a reliable foundation for building custom server solutions. With support for the latest AMD EPYC processors and DDR5 memory technology, this system provides a forward-looking platform that balances performance density with deployment flexibility.
Modern Memory Architecture
DDR5 SDRAM delivers increased bandwidth and efficiency compared to previous generations, supporting data-intensive applications with 12 available DIMM slots for substantial memory configurations.
- DDR5-4800/PC5-38400 speeds
- 12 memory slots
- 256GB maximum capacity
Enterprise Storage Connectivity
12Gb/s SAS controllers provide high-speed storage interfaces suitable for enterprise storage arrays and high-performance drives, while Serial ATA/600 support ensures compatibility with cost-effective storage options.
- 12Gb/s SAS bandwidth
- Serial ATA/600 compatibility
- Dual expansion bays
Reliable Power Design
Dual 800W power supplies with 120/230V AC input voltage support deliver redundant power for continuous operation, with hot-swappable capability for maintenance without system downtime.
- Dual power supplies
- 800W each
- Wide voltage input
Deployment / Use Cases
The E163-Z30-AAB1 barebone system is ideally suited for organizations building custom server solutions for virtualization, database hosting, or application serving. The 1U form factor makes it particularly valuable for data centers and server rooms where rack space optimization is critical.
This system serves as an excellent platform for edge computing deployments, remote office servers, or departmental computing infrastructure. With support for multiple operating systems including Windows Server, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server, and Ubuntu, organizations can deploy the software environment that best matches their operational requirements.
Virtualization Host
With substantial memory capacity and processor support, this system can serve as a virtualization platform for consolidating multiple virtual machines, improving resource utilization while reducing physical server footprint.
Storage Server
The 12Gb/s SAS controllers and expansion capabilities make this system suitable for building dedicated storage servers or NAS solutions, providing high-speed storage access to network clients.
Physical Profile
The E163-Z30-AAB1 utilizes a standard 1U rackmount form factor measuring 1.71 inches in height, 17.24 inches in width, and 20.47 inches in depth. This compact design allows efficient use of rack space in data center environments while providing sufficient internal volume for essential server components and cooling systems.
The rack-mountable chassis includes standard mounting hardware for 19-inch server racks, with front-accessible drive bays and rear-facing I/O ports for convenient cable management and maintenance access in rack deployment scenarios.
- Width
- 17.24" (438 mm)
- Depth
- 20.47" (520 mm)
- Height
- 1U
Highlights
- 1U rackmount form factor for space-efficient data center deployment
- Supports AMD EPYC processors with Socket SP5 LGA-6096
- Up to 256GB DDR5 memory across 12 DIMM slots
- 12Gb/s SAS and Serial ATA/600 storage controllers
- Dual 800W power supplies with 120/230V AC input
- Two PCI Express x16 expansion slots
- Gigabit Ethernet networking
- Three USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports for peripheral connectivity
- Compatible with Windows Server, RHEL, SLES, and Ubuntu
- ASPEED AST2600 graphics controller for management
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GIGABYTE Technology, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | E163-Z30-AAB1 |
| Brand Name | GIGABYTE |
| Product Model | E163-Z30 (rev. AAB1) |
| Product Name | E163-Z30 (rev. AAB1) Barebone System |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Product Type | Barebone System |
| Processor | |
| Number of Processors Supported | 1 |
| Processor Socket | Socket SP5 LGA-6096 |
| Processor Supported | EPYC |
| 64-bit Processing | Yes |
| Chipset | |
| Chipset Manufacturer | AMD |
| Memory | |
| Maximum Memory Supported | 256 GB |
| Memory Technology | DDR5 SDRAM |
| Memory Standard | DDR5-4800/PC5-38400 |
| Total Number of Memory Slots | 12 |
| Controllers | |
| Controller Type | 12Gb/s SAS,Serial ATA/600 |
| RAID Supported | No |
| Display & Graphics | |
| Graphics Controller Manufacturer | ASPEED |
| Graphics Controller Model | AST2600 |
| Network & Communication | |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Number of Total Expansion Bays | 2 |
| Total Number of Expansion Slots | 2 |
| Number of PCI Express x16 Slots | 2 |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of USB Ports | 3 |
| Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports | 3 |
| Operating System | |
| Operating System Supported | Windows Server 2019,Windows Server 2022,Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.6 x64,Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.0 x64,SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15 SP4 x64,Ubuntu 20.04.5 LTS x64,Ubuntu 22.04 LTS x64 |
| Power Description | |
| Input Voltage | 120 V AC,230 V AC |
| Number of Power Supplies Installed | 2 |
| Maximum Power Supply Wattage | 800 W |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
| Rack Height | 1U |
| Height | 1.71" (43.50 mm) |
| Width | 17.24" (438 mm) |
| Depth | 20.47" (520 mm) |
FAQ
What processors are compatible with this barebone system?
The E163-Z30-AAB1 supports single AMD EPYC processors using the Socket SP5 LGA-6096 interface. This platform provides 64-bit processing capabilities suitable for enterprise server workloads, with compatibility for various EPYC processor models that organizations can select based on their specific performance and core count requirements.
How much memory can this system support?
This barebone system supports up to 256GB of DDR5 SDRAM memory across 12 available DIMM slots. The memory operates at DDR5-4800/PC5-38400 speeds, providing substantial bandwidth for memory-intensive applications and virtualization workloads in server environments.
What storage interfaces are available?
The system includes 12Gb/s SAS and Serial ATA/600 storage controllers, offering high-speed connectivity for enterprise storage devices. These interfaces support both SAS drives for performance-critical applications and SATA drives for cost-effective storage expansion, with two expansion bays available for installing storage devices.
What operating systems are supported?
This barebone system is compatible with multiple enterprise operating systems including Windows Server 2019 and 2022, Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.6 and 9.0, SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15 SP4, and Ubuntu 20.04.5 LTS and 22.04 LTS. This broad compatibility allows organizations to deploy their preferred server environment.
What expansion capabilities does this system offer?
The E163-Z30-AAB1 provides two PCI Express x16 expansion slots and two total expansion bays, allowing for the addition of network cards, storage controllers, accelerators, or other peripheral cards. This expansion flexibility enables customization for specific workload requirements in server deployments.
What are the power specifications?
This system includes dual 800W power supplies that support both 120V and 230V AC input voltages. The redundant power design ensures continuous operation even if one power supply fails, with hot-swappable capability for maintenance without interrupting server operations in enterprise environments.
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