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Gigabyte R163-Z32-AAB1 Barebone System - 1U Rackmount - AMD EPYC SP5 Socket - 256GB DDR5 - 12Gb/s SAS
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This barebone system features a single processor socket compatible with AMD EPYC CPUs, enabling 64-bit processing for demanding computational workloads. Memory architecture includes 12 DDR5 SDRAM slots supporting up to 256GB at DDR5-4800/PC5-38400 speeds, providing substantial bandwidth for memory-intensive applications.
Storage connectivity is handled by a 12Gb/s SAS controller with Serial ATA/600 support, offering high-speed data transfer for enterprise storage configurations. While hardware RAID is not supported, the controller delivers reliable performance for direct-attached storage solutions.
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 R163-Z32-AAB1 delivers enterprise-grade reliability in a space-efficient 1U package, combining modern hardware interfaces with flexible deployment options. Its support for both 120V and 230V input voltages with redundant power supplies ensures continuous operation in diverse power environments.
Modern Memory Architecture
DDR5 SDRAM support provides increased bandwidth and efficiency compared to previous generations, with 12 DIMM slots allowing substantial memory configurations up to 256GB for virtualization, database, and compute-intensive applications.
Enterprise Storage Connectivity
12Gb/s SAS interface delivers exceptional speed and reliability for enterprise storage deployments, supporting both SAS and SATA drives in the system's 12 expansion bays for flexible storage solutions.
Rack-Optimized Design
The 1U form factor with standard rack dimensions (1.71" height, 17.24" width, 27.95" depth) ensures compatibility with standard server racks while maximizing density in data center environments.
Deployment / Use Cases
This barebone system is ideally suited for organizations building custom server solutions for specific workload requirements. Its combination of modern processor support, substantial memory capacity, and enterprise storage interfaces makes it appropriate for various server roles.
Common deployment scenarios include virtualization hosts running multiple virtual machines, database servers requiring high memory bandwidth, file servers utilizing the 12Gb/s SAS connectivity, and application servers supporting business-critical software. The multi-OS compatibility allows deployment in heterogeneous IT environments with different operating system requirements.
Virtualization Platform
With support for up to 256GB DDR5 memory and EPYC processor compatibility, this system serves as an efficient foundation for hypervisor deployments, allowing consolidation of multiple workloads onto a single physical host.
Enterprise Storage Server
The 12Gb/s SAS controller and 12 expansion bays enable building high-performance storage servers for file sharing, backup, or archival applications, with the flexibility to mix SAS and SATA drives based on performance and capacity needs.
Physical Profile
Engineered for standard 19-inch server racks, the system occupies a single rack unit (1U) with dimensions of 1.71" (43.50 mm) height, 17.24" (438 mm) width, and 27.95" (710 mm) depth. This compact footprint allows high-density deployment in data center environments while maintaining adequate space for cooling and component access. The rack-mountable design includes standard mounting hardware compatibility for straightforward installation in existing server infrastructure.
- Width
- 17.24" (438 mm)
- Depth
- 27.95" (710 mm)
- Height
- 1U
Highlights
- 1U rackmount form factor for space-efficient data center deployment
- AMD EPYC processor compatibility with Socket SP5 LGA-6096
- Supports up to 256GB DDR5 SDRAM across 12 memory slots
- 12Gb/s SAS controller for enterprise storage connectivity
- Dual power supplies with 1.30 kW maximum wattage
- Multi-OS support including Windows Server and major Linux distributions
- 12 total expansion bays for flexible storage configurations
- 2 PCI Express x16 slots for additional expansion cards
- 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports for peripheral connectivity
- Gigabit Ethernet for network connectivity
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | GIGABYTE Technology, Inc |
| Manufacturer Part Number | R163-Z32-AAB1 |
| Brand Name | GIGABYTE |
| Product Model | R163-Z32 (rev. AAB1) |
| Product Name | R163-Z32 (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 Model | AST2600 |
| Network & Communication | |
| Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet |
| I/O Expansions | |
| Number of Total Expansion Bays | 12 |
| Total Number of Expansion Slots | 2 |
| Number of PCI Express x16 Slots | 2 |
| Interfaces/Ports | |
| Total Number of USB Ports | 4 |
| Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports | 4 |
| 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 | 1.30 kW |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Form Factor | Rack-mountable |
| Rack Height | 1U |
| Height | 1.71" (43.50 mm) |
| Width | 17.24" (438 mm) |
| Depth | 27.95" (710 mm) |
FAQ
What processors are compatible with this barebone system?
The Gigabyte R163-Z32-AAB1 supports AMD EPYC processors using the Socket SP5 LGA-6096 interface. This socket is designed for AMD's latest EPYC server processors, providing compatibility with a range of EPYC CPUs for different performance and core count requirements. The system supports a single processor configuration with 64-bit processing capabilities.
How much memory can this system support and what type?
This barebone system supports up to 256GB of DDR5 SDRAM across 12 memory slots. The memory operates at DDR5-4800/PC5-38400 speeds, providing increased bandwidth and efficiency compared to previous DDR4 memory. The 12 DIMM slots allow flexible memory configurations to match specific workload requirements.
What storage interfaces are available on this system?
The system features a 12Gb/s SAS controller with Serial ATA/600 support, providing high-speed connectivity for both SAS and SATA storage devices. This interface is ideal for enterprise storage deployments requiring reliable, high-performance data transfer. The controller does not support hardware RAID functionality.
What operating systems are supported?
The barebone system supports multiple server operating systems including 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, and Ubuntu 22.04 LTS x64. This broad compatibility allows deployment in diverse IT environments with different OS requirements.
What expansion capabilities does this 1U system offer?
Despite its compact 1U form factor, the system provides substantial expansion with 12 total expansion bays for storage devices and 2 PCI Express x16 slots for additional cards such as network adapters, GPU accelerators, or specialized controllers. This allows customization for specific application requirements while maintaining rack density.
What are the power requirements and redundancy features?
The system includes two power supplies with a maximum wattage of 1.30 kW, supporting input voltages of 120V AC and 230V AC for flexibility in different power environments. The dual power supply configuration provides redundancy for continuous operation, with each supply capable of handling the system's power requirements independently if one fails.
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