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ASUS 4U ESC8000-E12

Intel Xeon 6 dual-processor 4U server that supports eight dual-slot NVIDIA H200 GPUs or NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition, up to 32 DIMM, two PCIe 5.0 slots, two M.2 PCIe 5.0 and up to six 2.5”U.2 NVMe.
  • 32 x DDR5 DIMM, up to 6400MHz
  • 2 x Intel® Xeon® 6 Processors
  • 8 x 2.5” Hot-swap HDD Bays
  • 2 x M.2 (Gen 5 x4 link, up to 22110)
  • 8 x PCIe slots for dual-slot GPU (Gen5 x16 link, supports up to 600W)
  • 1 x PCIe slot for NIC / NVIDIA BlueField®-3 DPUs (Gen5 x16 link, FHHL)
  • 1 x PCIe slot for NIC (Gen5 x16 link, FHHL)
  • 1 x PCIe slot for PCIe card (Gen5 x8 link, FHHL)
  • 3+1 Redundant 3200W 80 PLUS Titanium Power Supply
  • 5 x GPU Fans
  • 5 x System Fans

Configure & Buy Features Specifications

Eight dual-slot GPUs in a high-density 4U compute server

 


ASUS ESC8000-E12, powered by Intel® Xeon® 6 dual-processors, delivers outstanding performance with top-tier GPUs, faster GPU interconnects, and a high-bandwidth fabric. This robust server directly supports up to eight dual-slot GPUs, available in both active and passive configurations, and provides flexible scalability through options like the NVIDIA® NVLink® Bridge. This setup ensures seamless scaling and performance optimization, making the ESC8000-E12 a perfect solution for handling demanding AI training and inferencing workloads.

 

 

 Key Platform Highlights

 

  • High-performance server configuration: Equipped with Intel Xeon® 6 processors featuring 86 cores, eight-channel DDR5 memory up to 6400MHz and a maximum TDP of 350 watts per socket.
  • High-density 4U server: Designed to support up to eight high-end GPUs in dual-slot configurations and supports up to 600 watts each, ideal for handling demanding workloads.
  • Optimized Performance: GPU, NIC/DPU, and dual M.2 boot drives are directly connected to the CPU, minimizing latency and enhancing speed without occupying storage.
  • Flexible storage options: Supports up to six 2.5-inch U.2 NVMe drives with customizable hardware RAID configurations, delivering scalable and high-performance storage solutions.
  • Optimized design: Efficiently handles diverse workloads by supporting high-bandwidth NICs and DPUs to ensure superior performance and efficient data processing.
  • Efficient maintenance: Features ASUS-exclusive toolless design for streamlined maintenance and maximum efficiency.
  • Advanced management: Includes ASUS Control Center IT-management software and a hardware-level Root-of-Trust solution to enhance security and control.

 

 

 

 

G4L3‑ZD1‑LAX5 GPU Server

Optimized server configuration with high-band width PCIe 5.0 and scalable NVMe storage

 

 

Delivering next-level performance and an optimized configuration, ESC8000-E12 is designed to meet the demands of modern workloads. With two direct-connected PCIe 5.0 slots, this server enables seamless integration of high-bandwidth PCIe NICs and DPUs for unparalleled performance scaling. Enhance your storage capabilities with flexible RAID options, supporting up to six U.2 NVMe with an optional HBA/RAID card for data back-up and protection. Whether you're handling data-intensive applications or accelerating compute workloads, ESC8000-E12 delivers the power and flexibility you need to stay ahead.

 

 

 

 

Effortless maintenance with a toolless design for speed and simplicity

 

Designed for easy maintenance with a refined mechanical structure, ESC8000-E12 allows the entire machine to be disassembled completely without tools – with even the RAID card being easily disengaged from the connector.

Remote server management

 

ASUS ASMB11-iKVM is the latest server-management solution from ASUS, built upon the ASPEED 2600 chipset running on the latest AMI MegaRAC SP-X. The module provides various interfaces to enable out-of-band server management through WebGUI, Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) and Redfish® API.

Streamline IT operations via a single dashboard

 

ASUS Control Center (ACC) is remote IT-management software application designed for monitoring hardware and software IT assets and inventory status, and enabling seamless remote BIOS configurations and updates, efficient IT diagnostics and troubleshooting and enhanced security with hotfix updates — allowing easier server management for any IT infrastructure.

Trusted Platform Module 2.0

 

ASUS servers also include support Trusted Platform Module 2.0 (TPM 2.0) to secure hardware through integrated cryptographic keys and offer regular firmware update for vulnerabilities.

 

 

 

 

Processor / System Bus2 x LGA 4710 sockets
Intel® Xeon® 6 processors
*Up to 350 TDP
Memory
Total Slots:
32 (8 channel per CPU, 16 DIMM per CPU)
Capacity:
Maximum up to 4TB
Memory Type:
DDR5 6400 (1DPC) / 5200 (2DPC) RDIMM
Memory Size:
128GB, 96GB, 64GB, 32GB RDIMM
* Refer to ASUS server AVL for the latest update
Expansion Slots

SKU1 (with RAID)
-8 x PCIe x 16 for dual-slot GPU cards (Gen5 x 16 link, FHFL)
-1 x PCIe x 16 for NIC/BlueField-3 cards (Gen5 x 16 link, FHFL)
-1 x PCIe x 16 for NIC cards (Gen5 x 8 link, FHHL)
-1 x PCIe x 16 for HBA/RAID cards (Gen5 x 8 link, FHHL)

SKU2 (w/o RAID)
-8 x PCIe x 16 for dual-slot GPU card (Gen5 x 16 link, FHFL)
-1 x PCIe x 16 for NIC/BlueField-3 card (Gen5 x 16 link, FHFL)
-1 x PCIe x 16 for NIC card (Gen5 x 8 link, FHHL)

Storage

8 x 2.5" Front Hot-swap Storage Bays

SKU1 (with RAID) up to 6 NVMes devices (requires HBA/RAID card)
SKU2 (w/o RAID) up to 4 NVMes

Networking1 x Management Port
  Front I/O Ports1 xMini DisplayPort
2 xUSB 5Gbps ports
1 x Debug port
  Rear I/O Ports
1 x USB 5Gbps port
1 x RJ-45 management LAN port
   Switch/LED

Front :
1 x Power switch/LED
1 x Location switch/LED
1 x Message LED
1 x Clear CMOS switch
1 x Reset Switch
2 x M.2 LEDs*
1 x Q-code/Port 80 LED

Rear :
1 x Power switch/LED
1 x Location switch/LED
1 x Message LED

Management Solution
ASUS Control Center Enterprise (in-band)
ASMB12-iKVM for (out-of-band/BMC AST2600)
Regulatory Compliance
BSMI, CB, CE, FCC(Class A), RCM
Dimensions
800mm x 439.5mm x 175mm
31.5” x 17.3” x 6.9”
Form Factor
4U
Weight
 Net Weight: 42 Kg
Gross Weight: 44.23 Kg
Power Supply
3+1 redundant 3200W 80 PLUS Titanium power supply
20-240 Vac, 16A (x4) 50/60Hz
Environment
Operating temperature: 10°C ~ 35°C
Non-operating temperature: -40°C ~ 60°C
Non-operating humidity: 20% ~ 95% (Non-condensing)
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