Z9PA-U8

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    Optimized dual-use server and high-end workstation performance

    The ATX-sized(EEB mounting hole locations) Z9PA-U8 supports the latest Intel® Xeon® processor E5-2600 and E5-1600 product family, featuring high computing capacity and faster data transmission. Additionally, the Z9PA-U8 fulfills different storage configurations via ASUS PIKE RAID cards, and through the ASUS ASMB6-iKVM server management interface offers better system management.
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      Optimized dual-use server and high-end workstation performance



      Commercial way to upgrade to Romley platform

      The ATX-sized(EEB mounting hole locations) Z9PA-U8 supports the latest Intel® Xeon® E5-1600 and E5-2600 processor family, featuring high computing capacity and faster data transmission. This server motherboard provides customer a cost-effective way to enter into Romley platform with one way CPU and Desktop (ATX) power supply.


      Design for Datacenter Cache Server application

      The Z9PA-U8 delivers outstanding data transmission performance with two DIMM per channel and up to 256GB LRDIMM. Thus, it is suitable for datacenter on Cache Server application which speeds up the access to data and quick response the demand from network.


      Dual Use for Server and High End Workstation

      The design and features of the Z9PA-U8 accommodate usage as a medium to large scale server or high-end workstation for even the most complex tasks. Additionally, it adopts the latest hardware standards, including USB 3.0 for faster data transfers and PCI Express 3.0 enhanced signaling and data integrity.


      MIO-892 Card Supported for 7.1 ch Audio Experience

      The Z9PA-U8 supports the latest ASUS MIO-892 Card. With better enhanced signal-to-noise ratio in a 7.1 surround channel, the MIO card offers great sound quality to complement the robust video power—delivering exhilarating surround sound. Accompany with graphic card and MIO-892, Z9PA-U8 becomes powerful E5-2600 single socket workstation.


      Comprehensive Server Management Solution: ASMB6-iKVM and ASWM Enterprise

      The ASMB6-iKVM upgrade kit enables dashboard system health monitoring, remote power on/off and control, virtual media over LAN, management LAN fail-over support, and user-friendly web-based graphical interface through all major browsers. Moreover, ASWM Enterprise provides one-to-multiple centralized management including BIOS flash, remote control, power control through a colorful, graphical, and informative interface.

      Model Number : N50 >
      • Processor / System Bus
        1 x Socket 2011
        Intel® Xeon® processor E5-1600 product family
        Intel® Xeon® processor E5-2600 product family
      • Core Logic
        Intel® C602-A PCH
      • Memory
        Total Slots : 8 (4-channel per CPU, 8 DIMM per CPU)
        Capacity : Maximum up to 256GB LRDIMM
        Memory Type :
        DDR3, 1066/1333/1600, RDIMM
        DDR3, 1066/1333, UDIMM
        DDR3, 1066/1333, LRDIMM
        Memory Size :
        2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB RDIMM
        2GB, 4GB, 8GB UDIMM
        8GB, 16GB, 32GB LRDIMM
      • Expansion Slots
        Total Slot : 7
        Slot Location 1 : PCI-E x8 (Gen2 X4 Link)
        Slot Location 2 : PCI 32bit/33MHz
        Slot Location 3 : PCI-E x8 (Gen3 X8 Link)
        Slot Location 4 : PCI-E x16 (Gen3 X16 Link), Auto switch to x8 link if slot 3 is occupied
        Slot Location 5 : PCI-E x8 (Gen3 X8 Link)
        Slot Location 6 : PCI-E x16 (Gen3 X16 Link), Auto switch to x8 link if slot 5 is occupied
        Slot Location 7 : MIO Slot for Audio card
        Additional Slot 1 : PIKE Slot for Stroage expansion
        Follow SSI Location#
      • Form Factor
        ATX (12"x9.6") *
      • ASUS Features
        FAN speed control
        Rack Ready (Rack and Pedestal dual use)
        ASWM Enterprise
      • Storage
        SATA Controller :
        Intel® C602-A AHCI
        4 x SATA2 3Gb/s ports
        2 x SATA3 6Gb/s ports
        Intel® Rapid Storage Technology Enterprise(RSTe) (For Windows Only)
        (Support Software RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 )
        LSI® MegaRAID (For Linux/Windows)
        (Support Software RAID 0, 1, 10 )
        SAS Controller :
        ASUS PIKE 2008 8-port SAS2 6G RAID card
        ASUS PIKE 2108 8-port SAS2 6G RAID card
        ASUS PIKE 2208 8-port SAS 6G HW RAID card
        ASUS PIKE 9230 4-port SATA 6G RAID card
      • Networking
        2 x Intel® 82574L + 1 x Mgmt LAN
      • Graphic
        Aspeed AST2300 with 16MB VRAM
      • On Board I/O
        1 x TPM header
        1 x PSU Power Connector , 24-pin SSI power connector + 8-pin SSI 12V power connector
        1 x Management Connector , Onboard socket for management card
        1 x USB connector
        2 x USB pin header , Up to 4 Devices
        6 x Fan Header , 4pin
        1 x SMBus
        1 x Chassis Intruder
        2 x Front LAN LED
        1 x Serial Port Header
      • Back I/O Ports
        1 x External Serial Port
        4 x External USB Port
        ﹝2 x USB 3.0, 2 x USB 2.0﹞
        1 x VGA Port
        2 x RJ-45 + 1 x Mgmt LAN
        1 x PS/2 KB/Mouse
      • Management Solution
        ASWM Enterprise
        Optional ASMB6-iKVM for KVM-over-Internet
      • EMI
        US (FCC, CFR47 Part 15, Class B)
        Europe (CE, EN55022 & EN55024)
      • Environment
        Operation temperature: 10℃ ~ 35℃
        Non operation temperature: -40℃ ~ 70℃
        Non operation humidity: 20% ~ 90% ( Non condensing)
      • Accessories
        Gift Box Pack:
        6 x SATA Data Cables
        1 x I/O Shield
        1 x ASUS Mainboard Support CD
        1 x ASWM Support CD
        1 x User's Guide
        1 x USB to SATA DOM Power cable
        Bulk Pack:
        1 x I/O Shield
        1 x ASUS Mainboard Support CD
        1 x ASWM Support CD
        1 x User's Guide
      • Product SKUs
        Standard Gift Box Pack
        Standard Bulk Pack
      • Note
        * Z9PA-U8 is standard ATX size with EEB mounting hole locations