1.5About the Product

1.5.5Motherboard Block Diagram

VRD10.0

mPGA478 Processor Socket

ICS-952607

CSA Interface

Intel 82547EI

Gigabit

Ethernet

USB 2.0

8 ports, 480Mb/s

2 X ATA 100/66/

33 Ports

2 X Serial ATA Ports 150MB/s

Intel 82541EI

Gigabit Ethernet

(Optional)

Intel 82562EM 10/100 MB LAN

Port 80 Post

Display

800/533/400 MHz

 

 

 

 

System Bus

 

 

 

 

Intel

875P Chipset

Syatem Memory

 

 

 

DDR 400/333/266

 

 

Channel A

DDR

 

 

 

 

266 MB/s

 

 

 

DDR

 

 

 

 

Intel

82875P MCH

 

 

 

 

 

Channel B

DDR

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

DDR

 

266 MB/s

 

 

 

Hub Link 1.5

 

Four PCI Masters

 

 

 

 

 

 

PCI BUS

 

 

 

 

Promise

 

 

 

PDC20378

 

 

 

RAID 0, 1, 0+1

Intel

82801EB

 

 

 

 

ICH5

 

 

 

 

 

 

ATI Rage XL

 

 

 

Winbond

 

 

 

W83627F/HF

 

 

LPC Interface

LPC SIO

 

 

 

 

ADM1027

 

FirmWare Hub

 

Hardware

 

 

Monitor

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

(optional)

 

2 X Serial ATA

RAID Ports

150MB/s

One ATA 133 IDE RAID Ports

1x VGA connector

Keyboard

Mouse

Floppy

Parallel

Serial 1/2

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Tyan Computer B5102, GX21 manual About the Product Motherboard Block Diagram, ICH5

GX21, B5102 specifications

The Tyan Computer B5102, GX21 is a cutting-edge server motherboard designed to cater to the needs of performance-intensive applications. Built with the latest technologies, it represents the fusion of processing power, reliability, and flexibility, making it an ideal choice for businesses and data centers.

One of the standout features of the B5102, GX21 motherboard is its support for dual Intel Xeon processors. This capability enables it to handle heavy computational tasks and offers remarkable scalability. The motherboard supports various Intel Xeon Scalable processors, which incorporate features like advanced security and memory management, ensuring that users can effectively manage their workloads while maintaining efficiency.

In terms of memory, the Tyan B5102, GX21 supports up to 2TB of DDR4 memory across its 16 DIMM slots. This substantial memory capacity allows for high-performance computing and data processing, making it suitable for applications ranging from virtualization to big data analytics. The motherboard also supports memory speeds of up to 3200MHz, ensuring rapid data access and improved performance in memory-intensive tasks.

The B5102, GX21 motherboard is equipped with multiple expansion slots, including PCIe 4.0 slots, which provide ample room for additional graphics cards, storage controllers, and network interfaces. This feature enhances the motherboard's capability for custom configurations, allowing users to tailor their systems to fit specific application requirements, whether for gaming, simulation, or scientific computation.

Another notable aspect of the Tyan B5102, GX21 is its support for various storage technologies. It features multiple SATA interfaces for traditional hard drives and SSDs, as well as M.2 connectors for NVMe SSDs. This flexibility ensures that users can achieve optimal performance and efficiency in data storage, with quick access speeds and reliable data management.

The motherboard also prioritizes connectivity and manageability. Built-in dual Gigabit Ethernet ports enable efficient networking, while dedicated management interfaces allow for remote monitoring and control, making it easier for IT departments to maintain and manage server workloads.

In conclusion, the Tyan Computer B5102, GX21 is a robust motherboard that stands out for its powerful processor support, extensive memory capabilities, and ample connectivity options. It is a versatile and reliable platform suitable for various high-performance applications, making it an excellent choice for modern data center environments.