ESC8000A-E13

AMD EPYC™ 9005 dual-processor 4U server that supports eight dual-slot NVIDIA® H200 GPUs or NVIDIA RTX PRO™ 6000 Blackwell Server Edition, up to 24 DIMM, two PCIe®5.0 slots and up to six U.2 NVMe drives.

型號 : ESC8000A-E13

數量 :

Eight dual-slot GPUs in a high-density 4U compute server

ASUS ESC8000A-E13, powered by AMD EPYC™ 9005 processors, delivers outstanding performance with top-tier GPUs, faster GPU interconnects, and a high-bandwidth fabric. This robust server directly supports up to eight dual-slot GPUs, available in both active and passive configurations, and provides flexible scalability through options like the NVIDIA® NVLink® Bridge. This setup ensures seamless scaling and performance optimization, making ESC8000A-E13 a perfect solution for handling demanding AI training and inferencing workloads.

Versatile storage capabilities

ESC8000A-E13 offers flexible and scalable storage solutions, supporting up to 24 DIMMs, two PCIe® 5.0 slots, and up to six U.2 NVMe drives with optional RAID/HBA card. This versatile configuration allows organizations to customize their storage infrastructure to meet a wide range of workload requirements, delivering optimal performance and capacity for every need.
System Layout Panel Layout Block Diagram
- 1U Rear I/O Module
  
  3200W (3+1) Redundant 80 PLUS Titanium Power Supply
  
  1 x PCIe x16 (Gen5 x16 link, FHHL) for NIC card or BlueField-3 card
  
  2 x AMD EPYC 9005 Processor
  
  1 x PCIe x16 (Gen5 x8 link, FHHL) reserve for RAID or HBA card
  
  8 x 2.5” Hot-swap HDD Bays (Backplane supports up to 8 x NVMe)
  
  8 x PCIe slot (Gen5, x16 link, FHFL) for Dual-slot GPU card (up to 600W)
  
  5 x 8080 Tool-less hot-swappable GPU Fan Module
  
  Front I/O
  
  5 x 8080 Tool-less hot-swappable System Fan Module
- Front Panel Rear Panel
  
  1 x PCIe x16 (Gen5 x8 link, FHHL) reserve for RAID or HBA card
  
  8 x 2.5” Hot-swap HDD Bays
  
  Front I/O
  
  5 x 8080 Tool-less hot-swappable System Fan Module
  
  8 x PCIe x16 (Gen5, x16 link, FHFL) for Dual-slot GPU card (up to 600W)
  
  1 x PCIe x16 (Gen5 x16 link, FHHL) for NIC card or BlueField-3 card
  
  3200W (3+1) Redundant 80 PLUS Titanium Power Supply
  
  1 x PCIe x16 (Gen5 x8 link, FHHL) for NIC card
  
  Rear I/O
Unlock next-gen performance with AMD EPYC™ 9005 series

The AMD EPYC™ 9005 series takes AMD's legacy of x86 architecture innovation to new heights, leveraging cutting-edge 3nm technology for record-breaking performance. With the introduction of high-performance DDR5 DIMMs and blazing-fast PCIe 5.0 I/O, EPYC™ 9005 CPUs are engineered to handle the most demanding workloads. Designed to power memory-hungry AI-driven data centers, machine learning (ML), high-performance computing (HPC), and large in-memory computations.

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Up to
192 cores
on Zen 5c

128
PCIe 5.0 lanes in a dual-socket server
Optimized server configuration with high-band width PCIe 5.0 and scalable NVMe storage

Delivering next-level performance and an optimized configuration, ESC8000A-E13 is designed to meet the demands of modern workloads. With two direct-connected PCIe 5.0 slots, this server enables seamless integration of high-bandwidth PCIe NICs and DPUs for unparalleled performance scaling. Enhance your storage capabilities with flexible RAID options, supporting up to six U.2 NVMe with an optional HBA/RAID card for data back-up and protection. Whether you're handling data-intensive applications or accelerating compute workloads, ESC8000A-E13 delivers the power and flexibility you need to stay ahead.
Effortless maintenance with a toolless design for speed and simplicity

Designed for easy maintenance with a refined mechanical structure, ESC8000A-E13 allows the entire machine to be disassembled completely without tools – with even the RAID card being easily disengaged from the connector.
- Toolless removal
- Quick installation
- Toolless removal and quick installation for PCIe card
Server-management Solution
BMC Management ASUS Control Center TPM 2.0
- Remote server management
  
  ASUS ASMB11-iKVM is the latest server-management solution from ASUS, built upon the ASPEED 2600 chipset running on the latest AMI MegaRAC SP-X. The module provides various interfaces to enable out-of-band server management through WebGUI, Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) and Redfish® API.
  
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- Streamline IT operations via a single dashboard
  
  ASUS Control Center (ACC) is remote IT-management software application designed for monitoring hardware and software IT assets and inventory status, and enabling seamless remote BIOS configurations and updates, efficient IT diagnostics and troubleshooting and enhanced security with hotfix updates — allowing easier server management for any IT infrastructure.
  
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- Trusted Platform Module 2.0
  
  ASUS servers also include support Trusted Platform Module 2.0 (TPM 2.0) to secure hardware through integrated cryptographic keys and offer regular firmware update for vulnerabilities.
  
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Processor / System Bus

2 x Socket SP5 (LGA 6096)
AMD EPYC™ 9005 series processors*
* Up to 500W cTDP, TDP support varies by configuration
Memory

24 (12 channel per CPU, 12 DIMM per CPU)
Capacity:
Maximum up to 3TB
Memory Type:
DDR5 6400/5600 RDIMM
Memory Size:
128GB, 96GB, 64GB, 32GB, 16GB RDIMM * Refer to ASUS server AVL for the latest update
Expansion Slots

Up to 11 slots

Rear:
8 x PCIe x16 for dual-slot GPU cards (Gen5 x16 link, FH/FL)
1 x PCIe x16 for NIC/BlueField-3 card (Gen5 x16 link, FH/HL)
1 x PCIe x16 for NIC card (Gen5 x8 link, FH/HL)

Front:
1 x PCIe x16 for HBA/RAID card (Gen5 x8 link, FH/HL)
Storage

8 x 2.5" Front Hot-swap Storage Bays
*Backplane supports up to 4 or 6 NVMe drives based on HBA/Raid card model installed
Networking

1 x Management Port
Multi-GPU Support

Please find the latest GPU support from https://servers.asus.com/support/gpu
Front I/O Ports

1 x Mini DisplayPort
2 x USB 5Gbps ports
1 x Debug port
Rear I/O Ports

1 x USB 5Gbps port
1 x RJ-45 management LAN port
Switch/LED

Front :
1 x Power switch/LED
1 x Location switch/LED
1 x Message LED
1 x Clear CMOS switch
1 x Reset Switch
2 x M.2 LEDs*
2 x LAN LEDs*
1 x Q-code/Port 80 LED
Rear :
1 x Power switch/LED
1 x Location switch/LED
1 x Message LED
*ESC8000A-E13P only
OS Support

Please find the latest OS support from https://servers.asus.com/support/os
Management Solution

ASUS Control Center Enterprise (in-band)
ASMB12-iKVM for (out-of-band/BMC AST2600)
Regulatory Compliance

BSMI, CB, CE, FCC(Class A), RCM
Dimensions

800mm x 439.5mm x 175mm
31.5” x 17.3” x 6.9”
Form Factor

4U
Weight

Net Weight: 42 Kg
Gross Weight: 44.23 Kg
Power Supply

3+1 redundant 3200W 80 PLUS Titanium power supply
220-240 Vac, 16A (x4) 50/60Hz
Environment

Operating temperature: 10°C ~ 35°C
Non-operating temperature: -40°C ~ 60°C
Non-operating humidity: 20% ~ 95% (Non-condensing)

*For operating temperatures above 30°C, please contact your local sales representative
FRU Part List

Motherboard: 90SB0D90-M0XBN1
GPU Fan module 80x80x80mm: 90SKS000-MR0BN0
System Fan module 80x80x80mm: 90SKS000-MR1BN0
2U Standard CPU heatsink: 90SKS000-M4LAN0
HDD TRAY TOOLLESS ASY: 90SKH000-MPPBN0
3200W TITANIUM PSU: 90SKS000-MMCBN0
1M RAIL KIT: 90SKS000-MR2BN0
2U RAIL KIT (support cable arm): 90SKS000-MR3BN0
CABLE ARM: 90SKS000-MR4BN0
9670-24I RAID Cable Kit: 90SKS000-MQXBN0
9560-16I RAID Cable Kit: 90SKS000-MQYBN0
MINIDP TO VGA DONGLE: 90SKS000-MU3BN0

High-performance server configuration: Equipped with AMD EPYC 9005 processors featuring 192 Zen 5c cores, 12-channel DDR5 memory up to 6400MHz and a maximum TDP of 500 watts per socket.
Direct GPU support: Designed as a high-density 4U server capable of housing eight dual-slot NVIDIA H200 GPUs or NVIDIA RTX PRO™ 6000 Blackwell Server Edition, each supporting up to 600 watts.
Optimized connectivity: Offers two PCIe 5.0 slots for high-bandwidth NICs and DPUs, connected directly to CPU to reduce latency.
Storage flexibility: Includes options for hardware RAID function support, configurations with additional support for up to six 2.5” U.2 NVMe drives
Efficient maintenance: Features ASUS-exclusive toolless design for streamlined maintenance and maximum efficiency.
Advanced management: Includes ASUS Control Center IT-management software and a hardware-level Root-of-Trust solution for enhanced security and control.