The ASRock Rack X570D4I-2T is a Mini-ITX AM4 server motherboard with dual 10GbE and IPMI remote management, suited to compact servers and home labs that need fast networking and out-of-band administration.
Recommended For
- Homelab builders fitting a virtualization host into a Mini-ITX case who want Ryzen CPU performance, remote IPMI/KVM management, and dual 10GbE without adding separate network cards.
- Compact NAS builders who need multiple drives and 10GbE in a small system, and are comfortable connecting storage through OCuLink rather than relying only on onboard SATA sockets.
- Remote or closet-server operators who need to administer a Ryzen-based machine over IPMI, including remote console access, without being physically near its display and keyboard.
- DIY server builders seeking a compact ECC-capable Ryzen platform who are willing to check processor and memory compatibility and do not need large-memory, multi-socket server capacity.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- Building a compact NAS for a home or small office: use OCuLink breakout cables to connect multiple SATA drives, while the two onboard 10GbE ports support fast access from a compatible wired network.
- Running a headless home server or homelab: IPMI lets an administrator check the remote console and manage power without relying on the operating system being available.
- Hosting a compact virtualization or lab server: pair a compatible Ryzen processor with the board to run several server workloads in a small build; the review found performance close to a conventional X570 motherboard in its tested setup.
- Deploying a small server in a tight rack or edge location: the mini-ITX board combines server management and dual 10GbE networking in a compact footprint, fitting builds where a larger motherboard may be impractical.
- Building a small-business file or application server: the dual 10GbE ports can connect the server to a suitably equipped network, while IPMI provides a way to manage it remotely when no monitor or keyboard is attached.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
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| Best For | Compact Ryzen-based server builds needing ECC-capable memory, dual 10GbE networking, and dedicated IPMI remote management |
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| Processor And Chipset | Single Socket AM4 (PGA1331) with AMD X570; supports AMD Ryzen 5000, 4000 and 3000 G-Series processors with Radeon Graphics, Ryzen 5000 and 3000 Series processors, and Ryzen PRO 5000, 4000 and 3000 Series processors. ECC support with Ryzen desktop processors with Radeon Graphics requires PRO technologies |
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| Memory Configuration | Four DDR4 260-pin ECC or non-ECC SO-DIMM slots, up to 64GB. Memory speed depends on DIMM configuration: one DIMM supports 2933MT/s with 1R or 2400MT/s with 2R/2DR; two DIMMs support 2400MT/s |
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| PCIe Expansion | One CPU-connected PCIe 4.0 x16 slot, with reduced PCIe generation or lane width for specified processor families; two OCuLink connectors support PCIe x4 or four SATA 6Gb/s per connector, with PCIe generation depending on processor |
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| Storage And Expansion | Eight onboard SATA 6Gb/s ports and one M-key M.2 slot for 2280 drives, supporting PCIe x4 or SATA 6Gb/s; M.2 and OCuLink PCIe generation may be limited with specified processors |
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| Wired Networking And Management | Two Intel X550-AT2 10GbE RJ45 ports with Wake-on-LAN, Energy Efficient Ethernet, teaming, and PXE support; dedicated IPMI management LAN uses a Realtek RTL8211E controller |
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| Rear I/O And Onboard Video | Two USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports, one DB15 VGA output, two 10GbE RJ45 ports, one dedicated IPMI RJ45 port, and a UID button with LED; onboard video chipset is ASPEED AST2500 |
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| Internal Headers And Power | Includes COM, TPM, IPMB, auxiliary panel, front-panel, speaker, SMBus, PSU SMB, USB 3.1 Gen 1, and three 4-pin fan headers; power connections are 8-pin DC-IN, 4-pin ATX, and 4-pin HDD power |
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| Form Factor And Dimensions | Mini-ITX motherboard measuring 6.7 × 6.7 inches |
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| Model Identifiers | ASRock Rack X570D4I-2T |
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