Memory
| Supported memory clock speeds |
800, 1066, 1333 MHz |
| ECC |
Y |
| Memory channels |
Triple |
| Supported UDIMM module capacity |
1GB, 2GB, 4GB |
| Supported RDIMM module capacity |
1GB, 2GB, 4GB, 8GB |
| Maximum UDIMM memory |
48 GB |
| Maximum RDIMM memory |
144 GB |
| Maximum internal memory |
144 GB |
Back panel I/O ports
| Serial ports quantity |
1 |
| PS/2 ports quantity |
2 |
| VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity |
1 |
Performance
| Motherboard southbridge |
Intel ICH10R |
Graphics
| On-board graphics adapter |
Y |
Expansion slots
| PCI Express x16 slots |
4 |
| PCI Express x8 slots |
1 |
Processor
| Intel Xeon series |
E5500, E5600, L5500, L5600, W5500, X5500, X5600 |
Internal I/O
| USB 2.0 connectors |
3 |
| Chassis intrusion connector |
Y |
Design
| Motherboard form factor |
SSI EEB |
Networking
| LAN controller |
Intel 82576EB |
| Ethernet interface type |
Gigabit Ethernet |
Additionally
| Chipset |
Intel 5520 |
| Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports quantity |
3 |
2 x Socket 1366, Intel Xeon W5500 (130W), Six-Core/ Quad-Core Intel Xeon X5600/ 5500 (95W), Quad-Core/ Dual-Core Intel Xeon E5600/ 5500 (80W), Six-Core/ Quad-Core/ Dual-Core Intel Xeon L5600/ 5500 (60W/ 40W), QPI 4.8 /5.86 /6.4GT/s, Intel 5520 chipset IOH, Intel ICH10R I/O Controller, 18 Memory Slots (3-channel per CPU, 9-DIMM per CPU), 144GB (RDIMM), 48GB (UDIMM), DDR3 800/1066/1333 Reg DIMM/ Unbuffered DIMM @ ECC, Aspeed AST2050 8MB, 1x PCI-E x8 (Gen1 x4 Link), 1x PCI32, 3x PCI-E x16 (Gen2 x16 Link), 1x PCI-E x16 (Gen2 x8 Link), 1x PIKE Slot, 6x SATA2 300MB/s, 2x USB2.0, 2x PS/2, 1x VGA, 2 x RJ-45 + 1 Management Port, 1 x Serial, SSI EEB 3.61
Standard EEB with 18 DIMMs and Riser Card Slot
Z8PE-D18 is designed in EEB (12” x 13”) form factor, with 18 memory DIMMs with traditional riser card slot all on the same board. This board will offer you highest memory capacity without source for proprietary chassis & riser solution.
ASUS PIKE Supported
ASUS PIKE (Proprietary I/O Kit Expansion) is designed to break the limitation with 2 key advantages:
- Provide flexible SAS storage add-on card selection.
- Board edge design: locate PIKE expansion at the edge of the board for full height card support when PIKE is installed.
Dual Use for Server and Workstation with Flex-E Technology and MIO Card
The ASUS Flex-E technology provides the flexibility to auto-switch between 2 true PCI-E x16 Link (support 2 double deck graphic cards) or 1 PCI-E x16 Link & 2 PCI-E x8 Link (for I/O expansion).
The MIO audio card offers enhanced signal-to-noise ratio in a 7.1 surround channel setup to deliver exhilarating surround sound for professional usage.
Optimized for Virtualization, VMDq Supported
On-board LAN supports Intel VMDq Technology which offloads CPU utilization and decreases latency to improve throughput for virtual machines. It benefits users by enhancing performance in virtualization environments.
Optional ASMB4-iKVM Upgrade Kit for Easy Troubleshooting
The optional ASMB4-iKVM provides remote real-time full control access to the system based on BIOS-level by keyboard, video monitor and mouse (KVM over Ethernet) from any local computer anywhere, anytime.
High Quality Components for Greater System Reliability
ASUS is the first company to phase in 6-Phase CPU power, 3-Phase memory power and All Ultra Long Life Solid capacitors on serverboard in the market. These features not only provide the support for high-end 130W CPU, but also deliver highly efficient and reliable operations.
In addition, Z8PE-D18 also features EPU (Energy Processor Unit) power saving design, virtualization, CrossFire support and so on, serving as an ideal choice for mission critical applications.
