This document is the user manual for the ASRock Rack GENOAD8X-2T/BCM Server/Workstation Motherboard. It provides comprehensive information on the motherboard's features, installation procedures, UEFI setup utility, software support, and troubleshooting.
Function Description:
The ASRock Rack GENOAD8X-2T/BCM is a reliable server/workstation motherboard designed for high performance and endurance. It supports AMD EPYC 9004 processors and DDR5 memory, making it suitable for demanding server and workstation applications. The motherboard emphasizes an "OPEN," "GREEN," and "STABLE" architecture, signifying industry-standard, flexible design, energy efficiency (less heat, less power consumption), and robust construction with quality components.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Form Factor: EEB-like (12.63" x 13" / 320.8 x 330.2mm).
- Processor System:
- CPU: Supports AMD EPYC 9004 processors.
- Socket: 1 Socket SP5 (LGA-6096).
- Thermal Design Power (TDP): 400W.
- Chipset: System on Chip.
- System Memory:
- Supported DIMM Quantity: 8 DIMM slots (1DPC).
- Supported Type: DDR5 288-pin RDIMM, RDIMM-3DS.
- Max. Capacity per DIMM: RDIMM: 96GB (2R), RDIMM-3DS: 512GB (2S8Rx4).
- Max. Frequency: 4800MHz.
- Voltage: 1.1V.
- Note: Memory capacity, frequency, and voltage support are to be validated.
- PCIe Expansion Slots (Slot7 close to CPU):
- Slot 7: PCIe5.0 x8.
- Slot 6: PCIe5.0 / CXL1.1 x16.
- Slot 5: PCIe5.0 x16.
- Slot 4: PCIe5.0 / CXL1.1 x16.
- Slot 3: PCIe5.0 x16.
- Slot 2: PCIe5.0 / CXL1.1 x16.
- Slot 1: PCIe5.0 x16.
- Slot 0: PCIe5.0 / CXL1.1 x16.
- Note: SLOT7 shares lanes with MCIO1 and MCIO2. MCIO1 and MCIO2 will be disabled when SLOT7 is populated. SLOT1 shares lanes with MCIO4 and M2_2. SLOT1 auto-switches to PCIe5.0 x8 when MCIO4 and M2_2 are populated.
- Other PCIe Expansion Connectors:
- M.2:
- M2_1 (PCIe5.0 x4 or 4 SATA 6Gb/s), supports 22110/2280 form factor.
- M2_2 (PCIe5.0 x4), supports 22110/2280 form factor.
- MCIO:
- 3 MCIO1~3 (PCIe5.0 x4 or 4 SATA 6Gb/s).
- 1 MCIO4 (PCIe5.0 x4).
- SATA/SAS Storage:
- CPU Built-in Storage: AMD EPYC 9004 (16 SATA 6Gb/s): 3 MCIO, 4 SATA via optional M2U2_HD_G4 M.2 device.
- Ethernet:
- Additional Ethernet Controller: Broadcom BCM57416: 2 RJ45 (10GbE).
- USB:
- Controller/Hub: AMD EPYC 9004.
- External: 2 Type-A (USB3.2 Gen1).
- Internal: 1 header (19-pin, 2 USB3.2 Gen1).
- Graphics:
- Controller: ASPEED AST2600: 1 DB15 (VGA).
- Security:
- Rear I/O:
- 1 UID button w/ LED.
- 1 DB15 (VGA).
- 1 DB9 (COM).
- 2 Type-A (USB3.2 Gen1).
- 2 RJ45 (10GbE), 1 dedicated IPMI.
- Hardware Monitor:
- Temperature: CPU, MB, TR1 Temperature sensing.
- Fan: CPU/Rear/Front Fan Tachometer, CPU Quiet Fan (Allow Chassis Fan Speed Auto-Adjust by CPU Temperature), CPU/Rear/Front Fan Multi-Speed Control.
- Voltage: VCORE, VCCSA, VCCM, 3V, 5V, 12V, +1.05V_PCH_AUX, +BAT, 3VSB, 5VSB, VCCIO, +2.5V_VPP.
- Server Management:
- BMC Controller: ASPEED AST2600: IPMI2.0 with iKVM and vMedia support.
- IPMI Dedicated GLAN: 1 Realtek RTL8211F for dedicated management GLAN.
- System BIOS:
- Type: AMI UEFI BIOS; 256 Mb (32MB) SPI Flash ROM.
- Features: ASRock Rack Instant Flash, ACPI 6.4 and above compliance, wake up events, SMBIOS 3.5.0 and above, Plug and Play (PnP).
- Supported OS: Microsoft® Windows® (Server 2019/2022 64bit), Linux® (RedHat Enterprise Linux Server 8.6/8.7/9.0/9.1 64bit, SUSE SLES 15.4 64bit, Ubuntu 20.04.5/22.04/22.10 64bit), Hypervisor (VMWare ESXi/ 7.0 U3i / 8.0, CITRIX Hypervisor 8.2.1).
- Environment:
- Operation temperature: 10°C ~ 35°C (50 - 95 degF).
- Non-operation temperature: -40°C ~ 70°C (-40 - 158degF).
- Non-operation humidity: 20% ~ 90% (Non-condensing).
Usage Features:
- Easy Installation: The manual provides a step-by-step guide for hardware installation, including CPU, memory modules, and expansion cards.
- UEFI Setup Utility: A comprehensive guide to the UEFI (Unified Extensible Firmware Interface) setup utility allows users to configure system settings, including CPU, chipset, storage, NVMe, ACPI, USB, Super IO, serial port console redirection, hardware monitor, PCI subsystem, AMD CBS/PBS, PSP firmware versions, network stack, driver health, TLS Auth, and Instant Flash.
- ASRock Rack Instant Flash: This embedded BIOS flash utility allows users to update the system BIOS without needing to enter an operating system. It supports USB flash drives, floppy disks, or hard drives formatted with FAT32/16/12 file systems.
- Dual LAN and Teaming Operation: The motherboard supports dual 10GbE LAN with Teaming, enabling increased transmission bandwidth and fault tolerance. This feature requires a switch or router that supports IEEE 802.3ad Link Aggregation.
- Dr. Debug: Provides diagnostic codes to assist in troubleshooting system issues.
- Identification Purpose LED/Switch (UID1): A button and LED on the front/rear panel help locate the server in a rack environment.
- Memory Configuration: Supports Eight Channel Memory Technology, with specific guidelines for installing identical DDR5 DIMM groups for optimal performance.
- PCIe Hotplug: Configurable hot-plug support for various PCIe slots and MCIO connectors.
- Serial Port Console Redirection: Allows remote management and configuration of the system via a serial port, with support for various terminal emulation types (VT100, VT100Plus, VT-UTF8, ANSI).
- Secure Boot: Features to enable/disable Secure Boot Control, install default keys, clear keys, and manage key enrollment for enhanced security.
- Server Management (IPMI 2.0): Integrated ASPEED AST2600 BMC controller with iKVM and vMedia support for remote server management. Includes features like Wait For BMC, FRB-2 Timer, OS Watchdog Timer, and BMC Network Configuration.
- System Event Log (SEL): Configurable event logging for error/progress codes during boot, with options for erasing logs and reactions when the log is full.
Maintenance Features:
- Pre-installation Precautions: Emphasizes safety measures like unplugging power, avoiding static electricity, and proper handling of components to prevent damage.
- Troubleshooting Procedures: Provides a structured approach to diagnose common issues such as no power, no video, or memory errors, with specific steps to check connections, settings, and components.
- Software Support: Directs users to the ASRock Rack website for the latest BIOS/BMC firmware updates, operating system downloads, and software drivers.
- Contact Information: Provides contact details for ASRock Rack technical support and sales, including email, phone numbers, and a support request form.
- Returning Merchandise for Service (RMA): Outlines the process for obtaining an RMA number for warranty service, including required documentation and shipping guidelines.
- Environmental Compliance: ASRock Rack follows green design concepts, ensuring products comply with global environmental regulations. The manual includes a "DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste" symbol, advising proper disposal of electronic products.
- Perchlorate Warning (California, USA): Specific handling instructions for the Lithium battery due to Perchlorate content, directing users to relevant state regulations.
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