1.1 About the Transport GX21 B5102

Chapter 1: Overview

1.1About the Transport GX21 B5102

Congratulations on your purchase of the Transport GX21 B5102 rack mounted, barebone system for Intel® Pentium® 4 processor. The Transport GX21 B5102 uses an advanced Intel chipset for optimum performance and reliabil- ity. Integrated storage contoller and Gigabit Ethernet ports combine to provide powerful computing capacity and optimal I/O bandwidth for the most demanding enterprises.

The rugged, industry standard 19-inch, rack mountable design contains 2 HDD bays, 1 slim CD-ROM bay and 1 3.5- inch FDD or additional HDD bay making it both flexible and practical.

1.2System Requirements

There are 2 different SKUs of Transport GX21 .

Model

HDD Tray

Hot-swap

HDD

Type

Support

Backplane

 

 

 

 

 

B5102G21S2

Internal

No

No

(OEM Only)

(fixed)

 

 

 

 

 

 

B5102G21S2H

Removable

Yes

2-port

(Standard)

S-ATA

 

 

 

 

 

 

A choice of S-ATA and IDE HDD is possible with the B5102G21S2 and the modular design makes installation of new HDDs simple. S-ATA is a new HDD standard that uses serial data transfer methods, unlike the traditional IDE devices which rely on parallel data transfer.

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Tyan Computer manual Overview, About the Transport GX21 B5102, System Requirements

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.