Intel R2208WT2YSR LGA 2011-v3 2U Stainless steel server barebone

Intel R2208WT2YSR LGA 2011‑v3 2U Stainless Steel Server Barebone

The Intel R2208WT2YSR is a high‑performance, enterprise‑grade server barebone designed for data centers and cloud environments. Built around the Intel Xeon processor family and featuring an LGA 2011‑v3 socket, this 2U chassis delivers robust compute power, expansive memory capacity, and versatile storage options while maintaining a sleek stainless‑steel aesthetic.

Key Design Features

• Form Factor: 2‑U rack‑mountable chassis with a durable stainless‑steel frame for long‑term reliability.
• Processor Compatibility: Supports Intel Xeon processors that use the LGA 2011‑v3 socket, including both single‑ and dual‑socket configurations.
• Chipset: Powered by the Intel® C612 chipset, providing advanced I/O management and high‑speed connectivity.
Power Supply: 1100 W AC power supply rated at 80 PLUS Platinum, ensuring efficient energy consumption.
• Cooling: Redundant hot‑swap cooling fans (6 units) with intelligent fan control for silent operation under load.
• Expansion Slots: 7 x8 PCIe 3.0 slots, 2 x4 PCIe 3.0 slots, and 1 x4 PCIe 2.0 slot, enabling extensive GPU or accelerator deployment.

Memory Architecture

The barebone supports up to 24 DDR4 memory banks, with a maximum capacity of 1536 GB. Memory modules can operate at speeds ranging from 1600 MHz to 2133 MHz, and the system includes ECC support for data integrity. The memory controller is integrated into the Intel Xeon processor, delivering low latency and high bandwidth.

Storage Options

• SATA Interface: 8 SATA hot‑swap drive carriers (2.5 inch) allow for flexible storage configurations.
• SAS Backplane: A 12Gb SAS backplane provides high‑throughput connectivity to enterprise storage arrays.
• Optical Drive Bay: Includes an ODD bay with a filler panel and mounting kit, supporting up to a 300 mm optical drive or internal SSD power cable.
• RAID Levels: Supports RAID 0, 1, and 10 for data protection and performance optimization.

Networking Capabilities

The R2208WT2YSR is equipped with dual Gigabit Ethernet ports (RJ‑45) that support LAN 10/100/1000 Mbps. The integrated Intel C612 chipset ensures low‑latency network traffic and efficient packet handling, making it ideal for high‑throughput workloads.

Front I/O Panel

The front I/O panel offers a comprehensive set of connectivity options:

• 1 VGA port for display output.
• 2 serial ports for console access and management.
• 5 USB 2.0 ports for peripheral devices and data transfer.
• 2 RJ‑45 Ethernet ports for network connectivity.

Power Management

The 1100 W power supply is engineered to deliver consistent performance while maintaining a low thermal footprint. With an 80 PLUS Platinum rating, it achieves high efficiency across varying loads, reducing operational costs and heat generation.

Redundant Cooling System

To ensure continuous operation even under heavy workloads, the barebone incorporates a redundant cooling architecture. Six hot‑swap fans can be configured for optimal airflow, and the system supports fan monitoring to detect failures before they impact performance.

Expansion and Flexibility

• PCIe Riser Cards: Two risers with 3x8 PCIe 3.0 slots each (A2UL8RISER2) and one riser featuring a single 8‑slot PCIe 3.0 plus a 4‑slot PCIe 2.0 slot (A2UX8X4RISER).
• Hot‑Swap Drive Carriers: Eight 2.5 inch carriers allow for rapid storage upgrades or replacements without downtime.

Target Market and Use Cases

This barebone is engineered for cloud, data center, and enterprise server deployments. Its high memory capacity, extensive PCIe lanes, and robust storage options make it suitable for virtualization platforms, database servers, high‑performance computing clusters, and AI/ML workloads.

Included Components

The package contains all essential hardware to assemble a fully functional server:

• Intel Server Board S2600WT2R with dual 1 GbE ports.
• Front I/O panel assembly (VGA, USB).
• Airduct and standard control panel board.
• ODD bay kit for optical drive or SSD power cable.
• Eight hot‑swap 2.5 inch drive carriers.
• 12Gb SAS backplane and dual 730 mm SAS/SATA multiport cables.
• Heat sinks, redundant fans, riser cards, battery backup bracket, and the 1100 W power supply.

Conclusion

The Intel R2208WT2YSR LGA 2011‑v3 2U Stainless Steel Server Barebone delivers a blend of performance, scalability, and reliability. With its extensive memory support, versatile storage architecture, robust networking, and redundant cooling, it stands as an ideal foundation for building high‑availability server solutions in demanding data center environments.