ASUS ESC8000A-E13X 4U Rack Server Platform AMD EPYC 9005 8xNVMe 2xM.2 2x10GbE 8xQSFP IPMI R3200W

The ASUS ESC8000A-E13X is a high-performance 4U rack server platform designed for demanding enterprise workloads. Powered by the latest AMD EPYC 9005 series processors, it delivers exceptional compute density and scalability. This barebone platform includes 8x NVMe, 2x M.2 slots, dual 10GbE, 8x QSFP ports, IPMI remote management, and a 3200W redundant power supply, making it ideal for data centers, AI/ML, and HPC applications.

Advantages

Unmatched performance with AMD EPYC 9005 processors, extensive storage options with 8x NVMe and 2x M.2, high-speed networking with 2x 10GbE and 8x QSFP, and robust remote management via IPMI. The 4U form factor allows for excellent airflow and expansion capabilities.

Suitable for

• Enterprise data centers requiring high-density computing
• Artificial intelligence and machine learning workloads
• High-performance computing (HPC) clusters
• Virtualization and cloud infrastructure

Key specifications

• Form Factor: 4U Rackmount
• Processor: AMD EPYC 9005 series (socket SP5)
• Memory: DDR5, 12-channel, up to 4TB (32 DIMM slots)
• Storage: 8x NVMe (front), 2x M.2 (internal)
• Networking: 2x 10GbE RJ-45, 8x QSFP28 (100GbE)
• Management: IPMI 2.0 with dedicated LAN
• Power: 3200W redundant (2+2) 80+ Platinum
• Expansion: 8x PCIe 5.0 x16 slots

Recommendations

This platform is ideal for organizations seeking a powerful, scalable server for compute-intensive tasks. Pair with AMD EPYC 9005 CPUs and DDR5 memory for optimal performance.