Network server RS720A-E11-RS24U

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Overview
2U dual-socket rack server designed for high-density compute and storage. Supports AMD EPYC™ 7003 processors, up to 32 DIMMs, front-accessible NVMe capacity and configurable GPU acceleration for AI/HPC workloads.

Key Features

• Dual-socket platform for AMD EPYC 7003 family (up to 64 cores / 128 threads per socket; up to 280 W TDP per socket).
• GPU-optimized chassis supporting up to four dual-slot GPUs (GPU SKU) for AI, HPC and inference tasks.
• Front-panel support for up to 24 NVMe all‑flash drives for maximum throughput and low latency.
• Nine PCIe® 4.0 expansion slots enabling high-bandwidth accelerators and I/O cards.
• Flexible onboard LAN module: either four 1 Gb ports or two 10 Gb options; OCP 3.0 support for high-speed NICs.
• Support for both air and liquid cooling configurations to meet thermal and PUE targets.
• Onboard ASUS ASMB10-iKVM (ASPEED AST2600) for WebGUI/IPMI/Redfish remote management.
• Integrated Platform Firmware Resilience (PFR) FPGA providing a platform Root-of-Trust; TPM 2.0 supported.
• Redundant 2400 W 80 Plus Titanium power supplies for large power budgets and efficiency.

PCIe 4.0 Slots

• Slot 1: PCIe 4.0 x16, FHFL (x8 or x16 link)
• Slot 2: PCIe 4.0 x16, FHFL (x8 or x0 link)
• Slot 3: PCIe 4.0 x16, FHFL (x8 or x16 link)*
• Slot 4: PCIe 4.0 x16, FHFL (x8 or x0 link) — PIKE card recommended on slot 4; SATA/SAS may be unavailable with PCIe card in slot 4
• Slot 5: PCIe 4.0 x16, FHFL (x8 or x16 link)
• Slot 6: PCIe 4.0 x16, FHFL (x8 or x0 link)
• Slot 7: PCIe 4.0 x16, FHFL (x8 or x16 link)
• Slot 8: PCIe 4.0 x16, FHFL (x8 or x0 link)
• Slot 9: PCIe 4.0 x8 or x16, LPHL (may drop to x8 if PCIe M.2 is used)

Storage configurations

• 24 NVMe: 16 NVMe + 8 NVMe/SATA/SAS* (Model: RS720A-E11-RS24U)
• 12 NVMe: 12 NVMe + 8 SATA/SAS*
• 8+16 mix: 8 NVMe/SATA*/SAS* + 16 SATA*/SAS* (Model: RS720A-E11-RS24E)
• Hybrid options: 4 NVMe + 4 NVMe/SATA/SAS + 4 SATA/SAS (Model: RS720A-E11-RS12). Some models include two optional rear 2.5" NVMe bays.

GPU & Acceleration
Supports up to four dual-slot GPUs (GPU SKU) such as NVIDIA A100 in a single 2U chassis. FPGA acceleration (e.g., Xilinx Alveo) is qualified on request for specialized workloads.

Management & Security
ASUS ASMB10-iKVM (ASPEED AST2600) provides WebGUI, IPMI and Redfish interfaces for out-of-band management. Integrated PFR FPGA delivers firmware resiliency as the platform Root-of-Trust. TPM 2.0 is supported for platform security.

Modular & Networking
Modular rear design supports a replaceable PCIe slot for OCP 3.0 modules. Onboard LAN module is field-replaceable to switch between four 1 Gb or two 10 Gb ports. OCP NIC 3.0 support with PCIe 4.0 bandwidth enables up to 200 Gbps capability; tool-less, hot-swappable design for serviceability.

Product status
Product marked as EOL (end of life) on the product page; please verify availability and support options with ASUS or authorized resellers.

Technical specifications

• Model: RS720A-E11-RS24U
• Manufacturer: ASUS
• Form factor: 2U rack server
• Processor: Dual-socket AMD EPYC 7003 family (up to 64 cores / 128 threads per socket; up to 280 W TDP per socket)
• Memory: Up to 32 DIMM slots
• Storage: Up to 24 front-panel NVMe drives; multiple bay configurations available
• Expansion: Up to nine PCIe 4.0 slots; one rear slot replaceable with OCP 3.0
• GPU: Supports up to four dual-slot GPUs (GPU SKU)
• Networking: Replaceable onboard LAN module (four 1 Gb or two 10 Gb); OCP 3.0 NIC support
• Management: ASUS ASMB10-iKVM (ASPEED AST2600), WebGUI, IPMI, Redfish
• Security: Integrated PFR FPGA (platform Root-of-Trust); TPM 2.0 support
• Power: Redundant 2400 W 80 Plus Titanium PSUs
• Cooling: Supports air and liquid cooling options
• Special features: PCIe 4.0 ready; modular lane design for M.2/PCIe/NVMe; Broadcom Tri-Mode RAID adapter support
• Notes: Some features are optional or built-to-order; PIKE/RAID card required for certain storage configurations; GPU SKU and certain accelerators may be required separately