Supermicro MBD-X12SAE-5-B Socket LGA1200 Intel W580 ATX Motherboard

Product Description

The Supermicro MBD-X12SAE-5-B is a versatile ATX motherboard built for the LGA1200 socket, supporting Intel's 10th Generation Core processors (i3, i5, i7, i9) as well as the Xeon W-1200 series. This broad CPU compatibility makes it suitable for a wide range of applications, from high-performance workstations for content creation and engineering to entry-level servers requiring robust processing power. The Intel W580 chipset provides a solid foundation with advanced features and connectivity options. Memory support includes four DDR4 ECC Unbuffered DIMM slots, allowing for a maximum capacity of 128GB. The inclusion of ECC (Error-Correcting Code) memory is a critical feature for ensuring data integrity and system stability, making this motherboard ideal for professional environments where reliability is paramount. This capacity and error correction capability are well-suited for tasks such as data analysis, software development, and running virtual machines. Expansion is facilitated by two PCIe 3.0 x16 slots, ideal for powerful graphics cards or other high-bandwidth peripherals, and two PCIe 3.0 x4 slots for additional expansion cards. Storage is handled by six SATA 3.0 ports, offering fast data transfer speeds for SSDs and HDDs. The motherboard also features integrated IPMI 2.0 with KVM for remote management capabilities and dual Intel Gigabit Ethernet controllers for reliable and high-speed network connectivity, making it a comprehensive solution for modern computing needs.