ASRock Rack GNRD8UD-2Q Micro-ATX Server Motherboard - Intel W790, LGA 4677, DDR5 ECC, Dual 10GbE

The ASRock Rack GNRD8UD-2Q is a Micro-ATX server motherboard built for Intel Xeon W-3400 and W-2400 processors, delivering dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet and support for up to 2TB of DDR5 ECC memory. It is engineered for high-performance workstations and entry-level servers that demand reliable, high-bandwidth networking and massive memory capacity.

Advantages

With its LGA 4677 socket and Intel W790 chipset, this board unlocks the full potential of Intel's latest Xeon W processors. The inclusion of two 10GbE LAN ports (Intel X710-AT2) ensures ultra-fast data transfer, while the dedicated IPMI LAN with Aspeed AST2600 BMC provides robust remote management. Eight DDR5 DIMM slots supporting ECC RDIMMs offer exceptional memory scalability, and the three PCIe 5.0 x16 slots provide ample expansion for GPUs or high-speed storage controllers.

Suitable for

• High-performance workstations for content creation, simulation, and AI development
• Small to medium business servers requiring reliable 10GbE connectivity
• Virtualization hosts needing large memory capacity and remote management
• Data-intensive applications such as database servers and analytics platforms

Key specifications

• Socket: LGA 4677 (Socket E)
• Chipset: Intel W790
• Form Factor: Micro-ATX
• Memory: 8 x DDR5 DIMM slots, ECC RDIMM, up to 2TB
• Expansion Slots: 3 x PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 x PCIe 5.0 x8
• Storage: 4 x SATA 6Gb/s, 2 x M.2 (PCIe Gen4 x4)
• Networking: 2 x 10GbE (Intel X710-AT2), 1 x Dedicated IPMI LAN (Realtek RTL8211F)
• Management: IPMI 2.0 with KVM and dedicated LAN, Aspeed AST2600 BMC
• Rear USB: 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A, 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A
• Power Connectors: 1 x 24-pin ATX, 2 x 8-pin 12V, 1 x 6-pin 12V

Recommendations

For system builders and IT professionals seeking a compact yet powerful platform for Intel Xeon W processors, the GNRD8UD-2Q offers an ideal balance of performance, connectivity, and remote manageability. Its dual 10GbE ports and extensive memory support make it a future-proof choice for demanding workloads.