Introduction

Where Compute Reigns
3rd Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors - "Ice Lake"
GIGABYTE servers and Intel Xeon Scalable Processors deliver incredible 1P/2P performance from edge to data center with incredible gains in I/O throughput and workload demands that need high performing CPUs with large, yet optimized, memory configurations.

- Enhanced I/0: Support for PCIe 4.0 allows for double the throughput of PCIe 3.0 for fast and large data transfers. Also, 64 lanes per socket with up to 128 lanes in a 2P configuration for fast data transmission from CPU to GPU, accelerator or storage.
- CPU Performance Boost: Now up to 40 cores per socket with greatly improved IPC on Intel's 10nm architecture while operating CPUs at 105-270W. Also, an additional UPI lane is added for up to 11.2GT/s for a low latency interconnect between CPUs.
- Next Gen Memory: Support for DDR4-3200MHz (1DPC or 2DPC) DIMM. 8 channel memory has been added with up to 16 DIMMs per socket delivering up to 4TB of system memory via usage of 256GB DDR4 DIMM. Additionally, 2/4/6/8-way interleaves for optimal configuration.
- Arrival of Intel Optane PMem 200 Series: Optimized for improvements in latency while increasing system memory up to 6TB per socket as a mix of PMem and DDR. The 200 Series also has support for memory mode to expand capacity and app direct mode to act as fast flash storage.
- Next Level Security: New instructions and architecture deliver a high level of cryptographic operations for data privacy and protection. Cryptographic accelerators speed up encryption protocols as well as improvements in software guard extensions and memory encryption are added.
- AI Acceleration: AI inference and training are enhanced with DL Boost Technology for greater business, operational, and security insights. Applications include HPC, AI, and Media & Graphics.

High-performance
Support max TDP and fast Gen4 SSD
Requiring the ultimate performance in every aspect of a server is possible. GIGABYTE servers have been designed to support the cutting edge, high-end CPUs while utilizing the latest in PCIe 4.0 for fast throughput. And the platforms are supported by 8 channel for up to 16 DIMMs per node to offer optimal configurations.

Scalability
Support CMC chipset for efficient management
Central Management Controller (CMC) for chassis-level management and node-level monitoring by connecting internally to BMC chips integrated on each node. This results only in one MLAN connection required to perform monitoring of all four nodes, resulting in less Top of Rack (ToR) cabling and switch connections.

Availability
Dual ROM ensure server operate independently
Downtime is not a word wanted to be heard in IT. The ability to have stable and continuous server operation is crucial for business operations. Steps have been taken with redundant PSUs, hot-swap drives, dual ROM, and fault tolerances to ensure GIGABYTE servers operate independently from anywhere.

Server Management
GIGABYTE offers free-of-charge server management applications via small processor (BMC) built on the server.

Provides:

- Server health monitoring
- Remote troubleshooting
- Resource utilization monitoring
- Reduction in server downtimes

GIGABYTE Management Console
- Single server management
- Feature-rich and easy to use browser-based interface
- Integration of 3rd party applications
- Automatic recording function
- SAS / RAID controller monitoring function

GIGABYTE Server Management (GSM)
Multiple server management platform
Compatible w/ IPMI or Redfish

Certified Ready with Software Partners
Being a member of key software alliance partner programs enables GIGABYTE to together rapidly develop and validate joint solutions, enabling our customers to modernize their data centers and implement IT infrastructure and application services with speed, agility, and cost optimization. GIGABYTE servers have a compatibility across various ecosystems.

CMC for Chassis Management & Multi-Node Monitoring
GIGABYTE's H-Series Servers feature a Chassis Management Controller (CMC) for chassis-level management and node-level monitoring by connecting internally to BMC chips integrated on each node. This results only in one MLAN connection required to perform monitoring of all four nodes*, resulting in less Top of Rack (ToR) cabling and switch connections.

Multi-Server Management
GIGABYTE's H-Series Servers also feature the ability to create a "ring" connection for monitoring & management of all servers (incl. chassis-level & node-level) in a rack (including iKVM support) with an onboard LAN hub and dual MLAN ports*. Only two ToR (Top of Rack) switch connections are needed to create the ring system, and the ring will not be broken even if one server in the chain is shut down, reducing cabling and switch port usage for greater cost savings and management efficiency.

Processor

Built-in processor

N

Motherboard chipset

Intel® C621

Processor socket

LGA 4189

Processor manufacturer

Intel

Processor family

Intel® Xeon® Scalable

Number of processors supported

8

Memory

Number of DIMM slots

16

Supported memory types

DDR4-SDRAM

Supported DIMM module capacities

8GB, 16GB, 32GB, 64GB, 128GB

Maximum RDIMM memory

128 GB

Maximum UDIMM memory

128 GB

Memory channels

Octa-channel

Storage

Number of storage drives supported

28

Hot-swap HDD bays

Y

Supported storage drive types

HDD & SSD

Supported storage drive interfaces

PCI Express, Serial ATA, Serial Attached SCSI (SAS)

RAID levels

0,1,5,10

Graphics

On-board graphics card model

Aspeed AST2600

Network

Ethernet LAN

Y

Ethernet interface type

10 Gigabit Ethernet

Copper ethernet cabling technology

10BASE-T

LAN controller

Intel X710-AT2

Ports & interfaces

Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports

4

VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity

4

Expansion slots

PCI Express slots version

4.0

PCI Express x8 slots

4

PCI Express x16 slots

4

Features

Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

Y

Trusted Platform Module (TPM) version

2.0

Backplanes support

Y

Compatible operating systems

Windows Server 2016 Windows Server 2019 Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.2 ( x64) or later Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.3 ( x64) or later SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12 SP5 ( x64) or later SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15 SP2 ( x64) or later Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (x64) or later Ubuntu 20.04.1 LTS (x64) or later VMware ESXi 6.7 Update3 P03 VMware ESXi 7.0 Update2 Citrix Hypervisor 8.2.0

Design

Chassis type

Rack (2U)

LED indicators

Power, Reset, Status

On/off switch

Y

Reset button

Y

Number of fans

8 fan(s)

Fan diameter

8 cm

Power

Power supply

2200 W

Number of main power supplies

2

AC input voltage

220 - 240 V

AC input frequency

47 - 63 Hz

Input current

12.6 A

80 PLUS certification

80 PLUS Platinum

Weight & dimensions

Width

440 mm

Depth

87.5 mm

Height

840 mm

Packaging data

Packaging content

1 x H262-NO0 8 x CPU heatsinks 1 x Rail Kit

Package width

1180 mm

Package depth

779 mm

Package height

300 mm