GIGABYTE R163-Z32-AAC1 1U Rack Server Barebone, Single Socket SP5, AMD EPYC 9004, 12x DDR5, 4x 2,5 inch Hot-Swap, 2x 800W Platinum

The GIGABYTE R163-Z32-AAC1 is a high-performance 1U rack server barebone designed for demanding data center and enterprise workloads. Built around the AMD EPYC 9004 Series processor platform with a single Socket SP5, it delivers exceptional compute density and scalability. This barebone system includes a robust set of features for virtualization, cloud computing, and high-performance computing (HPC) environments.

Advantages

Optimized for maximum performance and reliability, the R163-Z32-AAC1 supports up to 3TB of DDR5 memory across 12 DIMM slots, ensuring ample bandwidth for memory-intensive applications. With four hot-swappable 2.5-inch drive bays and dual M.2 slots, it offers flexible storage options. The redundant 800W 80 PLUS Platinum power supplies provide efficiency and uptime, while the dedicated management port with ASPEED AST2600 BMC enables remote monitoring and control.

Suitable for

• Enterprise data centers requiring high-density compute
• Virtualization and hyper-converged infrastructure
• Cloud computing and edge deployments
• High-performance computing (HPC) clusters

Key specifications

• Form Factor: 1U Rackmount
• CPU Socket: Single Socket SP5 (AMD EPYC 9004 Series)
• Chipset: System on Chip (SoC)
• Memory: 12x DDR5 DIMM slots, up to 3TB (256GB per DIMM)
• Storage: 4x 2.5" SATA/SAS hot-swap bays; 2x M.2 PCIe Gen4 x4
• PCIe Expansion: 1x PCIe Gen5 x16 FHHL, 1x OCP 3.0 Gen5 x16
• LAN: 2x 1GbE (Intel I350-AM2), 1x dedicated management port
• Power Supply: 2x 800W 80 PLUS Platinum redundant
• BMC: ASPEED AST2600

Recommendations

This barebone is ideal for IT professionals building custom server solutions. Pair with AMD EPYC 9004 CPUs and DDR5 ECC memory for optimal performance. Ensure compatible SATA/SAS drives and PCIe cards for your specific workload.