;ASUS ESC8000A-E13 | 4U Dual-EPYC GPU Server for AI & HPC - RackmountNTS

ASUS 4U ESC8000A-E13

AMD EPYC 9005 dual-processor 4U server that supports eight dual-slot NVIDIA H200 GPUs or NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell Server Edition, up to 24 DIMM, two PCIe5.0 slots and up to six U.2 NVMe drives.
  • 24 x DDR5 DIMM, up to 6000MHz
  • 2 x AMD EPYC 9005 Series 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 x8 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 ESC8000A-E13, powered by AMD EPYC™ 9005 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 ESC8000A-E13 a perfect solution for handling demanding AI training and inferencing workloads.

 

 

 

 Key Platform Highlights

 

  • High-performance server configuration: Equipped with AMD EPYC 9005 processors featuring 192 Zen 5c cores, 12-channel DDR5 memory up to 6400MHz and a maximum TDP of 500 watts per socket.
  • Direct GPU support: Designed as a high-density 4U server capable of housing eight dual-slot NVIDIA H200 GPUs or NVIDIA RTX PRO™ 6000 Blackwell Server Edition, each supporting up to 600 watts
  • Optimized connectivity: Offers two PCIe 5.0 slots for high-bandwidth NICs and DPUs, connected directly to CPU to reduce latency
  • Storage flexibility: Includes options for hardware RAID function support, configurations with additional support for up to six 2.5” U.2 NVMe drives
  • 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 for enhanced security and control.

 

 

Unlock next-gen performance with

AMD EPYC™ 9005 series

 

The AMD EPYC™ 9005 series takes AMD's legacy of x86 architecture innovation to new heights, leveraging cutting-edge 3nm technology for record-breaking performance. With the introduction of high-performance DDR5 DIMMs and blazing-fast PCIe 5.0 I/O, EPYC™ 9005 CPUs are engineered to handle the most demanding workloads. Designed to power memory-hungry AI-driven data centers, machine learning (ML), high-performance computing (HPC), and large in-memory computations.

 

 

 

       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, ESC8000A-E13 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, ESC8000A-E13 delivers the power and flexibility you need to stay ahead.

 

 

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 Socket SP5 (LGA 6096)
AMD EPYC™ 9005 series processors*
* Up to 500W cTDP, TDP support varies by configuration
Memory
Total Slots:
24 (12 channel per CPU, 12 DIMM per CPU)
Capacity:
Maximum up to 3TB
Memory Type:
DDR5 6400/5600 RDIMM
Memory Size:
128GB, 96GB, 64GB, 32GB, 16GB RDIMM
  Expansion Slots

Up to 11 slots

Rear:
8 x PCIe x16 for dual-slot GPU cards (Gen5 x16 link, FH/FL)
1 x PCIe x16 for NIC/BlueField-3 card (Gen5 x16 link, FH/HL)
1 x PCIe x16 for NIC card (Gen5 x8 link, FH/HL)

Front:
1 x PCIe x16 for HBA/RAID card  (Gen5 x8 link, FH/HL)

Storage
8 x 2.5" Front Hot-swap Storage Bays
*Backplane supports up to 4 or 6 NVMe drives based on HBA/Raid card model installed
Networking1 x Management Port
 Front I/O Ports1 x Mini DisplayPort
2 x USB 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*
2 x LAN LEDs*
1 x Q-code/Port 80 LED
Rear :
1 x Power switch/LED
1 x Location switch/LED
1 x Message LED
*ESC8000A-E13P only
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”
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)
Form Factor
4U
OPERATING SYSTEM
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