ASRock Rack GNRD8-2L2T Server Motherboard | Xeon 6, DDR5, PCIe 5.0

ASRock Rack GNRD8-2L2T Server Motherboard | Xeon 6, DDR5, PCIe 5.0

1. CEB (12″ x 10.5″)
2. Supports Intel^® Xeon^® 6700P-series, 6500P-series, and 6700E-series processors
3. 8 DIMM slots (1DPC); supports DDR5 RDIMM, MRDIMM
4. 7 PCIe5.0 / CXL2.0 x16*
5. 1 MCIO (PCIe5.0 / CXL2.0 x8)
6. Supports 2 M.2 (PCIe5.0 x4)
7. 2 RJ45 (10GbE) by Intel X710-AT2
8. 2 RJ45 (1GbE) by Intel^® i210
9. Remote management (IPMI)

Specifications

ASRock Rack GNRD8-2L2T – Enterprise-Grade Xeon 6 Server Motherboard for Next-Generation Data Centers

The ASRock Rack GNRD8-2L2T is a high-performance server motherboard engineered to support Intel’s latest Xeon 6 processor platform. Designed for enterprise-grade workloads, this motherboard combines cutting-edge technologies such as DDR5 memory, PCIe 5.0 expansion, and high-speed networking to deliver exceptional performance, scalability, and reliability.

Whether you are building a modern data center, deploying AI infrastructure, or upgrading enterprise systems, the GNRD8-2L2T provides the foundation needed for demanding workloads and future expansion.

Powered by Intel Xeon 6 Processors

The GNRD8-2L2T supports Intel Xeon 6 processors, including the 6700P, 6500P, and 6700E series. Built on a new architecture, these processors deliver improved performance per watt, higher core density, and optimized workload execution.

Using the LGA4710 (Socket E2), this platform introduces enhanced I/O bandwidth and memory throughput, enabling businesses to efficiently handle compute-intensive applications such as virtualization, AI inference, and cloud-native workloads.

With support for both performance cores and efficiency cores, Xeon 6 processors allow enterprises to balance power consumption and computing power, maximizing efficiency across diverse workloads.

Next-Generation DDR5 Memory Architecture

The motherboard features 8 DDR5 DIMM slots in a 1DPC configuration, supporting RDIMM and MRDIMM memory modules. DDR5 technology significantly improves system performance compared to previous generations.

• Higher memory bandwidth for faster data processing
• Lower power consumption for improved efficiency
• On-die ECC for enhanced reliability
• Increased memory density for large-scale applications

With support for up to 1TB of memory, the GNRD8-2L2T is ideal for memory-intensive workloads such as real-time analytics, in-memory databases, virtualization platforms, and AI applications.

Extensive PCIe 5.0 Expansion Capability

The GNRD8-2L2T is equipped with up to seven PCIe 5.0 x16 slots, offering exceptional expansion flexibility for modern server environments.

PCIe 5.0 doubles the bandwidth of PCIe 4.0, enabling:

• Faster communication between GPUs and CPUs
• High-speed NVMe storage performance
• Low-latency networking solutions
• Support for next-generation accelerators

This makes the motherboard an excellent choice for GPU-intensive applications, high-performance computing clusters, AI training systems, and advanced data processing environments.

Additionally, support for CXL 2.0 (Compute Express Link) allows for memory expansion and composable infrastructure, making the platform future-ready.

Advanced Storage Options for Maximum Throughput

Storage performance is critical in enterprise environments, and the GNRD8-2L2T delivers with next-generation storage interfaces.

• 2 × M.2 PCIe 5.0 x4 slots for ultra-fast NVMe SSDs
• 1 × MCIO connector supporting PCIe 5.0 / CXL 2.0 x8

These features enable high-speed storage configurations suitable for databases, caching systems, and high-throughput applications. Businesses can deploy scalable storage solutions without bottlenecks.

Enterprise Networking with Dual 10GbE

The motherboard integrates powerful networking capabilities to meet enterprise demands:

• 2 × 10GbE LAN (Intel X710-AT2)
• 2 × 1GbE LAN (Intel i210)

This configuration provides high bandwidth, redundancy, and efficient traffic management, ensuring reliable connectivity in data centers and cloud environments.

The 10GbE ports are ideal for high-speed data transfer, virtualization networking, and storage networking applications.

Integrated Remote Management with IPMI

The GNRD8-2L2T features an ASPEED AST2600 Baseboard Management Controller (BMC), enabling full IPMI functionality.

With IPMI, administrators can remotely monitor and manage the system, including:

• Remote power control
• Hardware monitoring
• BIOS-level access
• Firmware updates

This reduces operational costs and improves system uptime, making it essential for enterprise deployments.

Enterprise-Class Reliability and Thermal Efficiency

ASRock Rack has designed the GNRD8-2L2T with server-grade components to ensure long-term reliability and stability.

• Robust VRM design for stable power delivery
• Optimized PCB layout for signal integrity
• Efficient thermal design for continuous operation

The CEB form factor (12″ x 10.5″) ensures compatibility with a wide range of server chassis, making it suitable for rackmount and enterprise systems.

Ideal Applications

The versatility of the GNRD8-2L2T makes it suitable for various enterprise and professional use cases:

• Data Centers: High-density virtualization and cloud computing
• AI & Machine Learning: GPU acceleration and high-performance computing
• Enterprise Systems: ERP, CRM, and database applications
• Edge Computing: Distributed processing environments
• Storage Servers: High-speed NVMe and scalable storage solutions

Future-Proof Server Platform

With support for PCIe 5.0, DDR5 memory, CXL 2.0, and Intel Xeon 6 processors, the GNRD8-2L2T is built to handle future technologies and evolving workloads.

This ensures long-term investment value and scalability for businesses planning infrastructure upgrades.

Why Choose ASRock Rack GNRD8-2L2T?

• Supports latest Intel Xeon 6 processors
• High-performance DDR5 memory architecture
• Extensive PCIe 5.0 expansion
• Integrated dual 10GbE networking
• Advanced remote management with IPMI
• Enterprise-grade reliability and durability

Conclusion

The ASRock Rack GNRD8-2L2T is a powerful and future-ready server motherboard designed to meet the needs of modern enterprises. With its advanced architecture, robust expansion capabilities, and reliable performance, it is an ideal solution for data centers, AI workloads, and enterprise IT infrastructure.

Deploy the GNRD8-2L2T to build a scalable, high-performance, and efficient server platform that is ready for the future.

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