The ASRock Rack EPYC3251D4I-2T is a 6.7-inch Mini-ITX server motherboard with an integrated 8-core, 16-thread AMD EPYC 3251 SoC, dual 10GbE, and dedicated IPMI LAN. It suits compact server builds that need remote management and fast wired networking.
Recommended For
- Homelab and small-office operators building a compact virtualization host for a handful of VMs, who want ECC memory, dual 10GbE, and remote management in a Mini-ITX system.
- NAS or backup-server builders who need a compact server platform with ECC support, two onboard 10GbE ports, and storage connected through SATA and OCuLink.
- Edge-server and network-appliance builders who want a small system for services such as a gateway, domain controller, or other always-on infrastructure, with dedicated IPMI access for remote administration.
- Small-system builders who need a server board that can use either ATX power or a 12V DC input, such as for a compact enclosure or a DC-powered deployment.
Spec Summary
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| Best For | Compact server builds using an AMD EPYC 3251 processor, with dual 10GbE networking and ECC memory support |
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| Processor And Platform | Supports one AMD EPYC 3251 SoC processor with 8 cores and 16 threads |
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| Memory Configuration | Four DDR4 DIMM slots with dual-channel ECC UDIMM, RDIMM, or LRDIMM support; speeds of 2133, 2400, or 2666 MHz and up to 128GB per DIMM |
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| Expansion And Storage | One PCIe 3.0 x16 slot; six SATA III 6Gb/s connections, including four routed through OCulink; one M-Key M.2 slot supporting PCIe 3.0 x4 or SATA III and 22110/2280 drives |
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| Networking | Two Intel X550-AT2 10GbE RJ45 ports plus a dedicated RJ45 IPMI LAN port, with activity/link and speed LEDs |
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| Graphics And Rear I/O | ASPEED AST2500 onboard video with one VGA output; two rear USB 3.2 Gen1 ports and a UID button/LED |
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| Headers And Cooling | Includes a USB 3.2 Gen1 header supporting two ports, CPU and two system fan headers, and TPM, COM, SGPIO, SMBus, PMBus, IPMB, auxiliary panel, and system panel headers; also has a clear-CMOS pad |
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| Power | Supports 12V DC input through 4-pin and 8-pin connectors, plus a 4-pin HDD power connector; external listing also specifies a 24-pin main power connector |
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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 EPYC3251D4I-2T |
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