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ASRock Rack GENOAD8X-2T/BCM
Single-socket SP5 server board with dual 10GbE, AST2600 management and high-lane-count PCIe 5.0. This record identifies the stated model/revision; confirm the PCB label and use the matching vendor support files.
REVISION WARNING: Similar model names, board revisions and firmware may differ in CPU support, lane routing or connectors. Identify the silkscreen and assembly code before installation or firmware updates.
Specifications
| Catalog subcategory | Workstation and server boards |
|---|---|
| Exact model / era | ASRock Rack GENOAD8X-2T/BCM — Single-socket SP5 server board with dual 10GbE, AST2600 management and high-lane-count PCIe 5.0. (2024) |
| CPU and socket / SoC | One Socket SP5 (LGA6096) AMD EPYC 9004 series; 9005-series compatibility, if applicable, is BIOS/CPU-list dependent and must be verified against the board support page. |
| Chipset / platform | AMD EPYC SP5 SoC platform. |
| Memory and ECC | Eight DDR5 ECC Registered DIMM slots, one DIMM per channel; RDIMM and RDIMM-3DS support; populated speed and capacity are CPU/DIMM dependent. |
| PCIe and form factor | SSI-EEB; seven PCIe 5.0 x16 and one PCIe 5.0 x8 slots per product specification; some lanes are shared with MCIO, so consult the board manual before configuring add-in cards. |
| Storage | Two M.2 sockets (PCIe 5.0 x4; one model-designated socket can also accept SATA), plus four MCIO connectors for PCIe/SATA routing (up to 16 SATA ports in supported wiring); mapping is configuration-dependent. |
| BMC and networking | ASPEED AST2600 BMC with VGA and dedicated management LAN/IPMI; dual Broadcom 10GbE ports. |
Compatibility and revision notes
Use EPYC SP5 models on the model CPU support list and the required BIOS. Install DDR5 ECC RDIMMs in the documented 8-channel population order. Check MCIO lane/SATA mapping, PCIe sharing, EEB chassis clearance, 12 V CPU power and BMC firmware before deployment.
Socket type, connector shape, chipset branding and CPU family alone do not establish compatibility. Confirm the exact CPU support list, minimum BIOS, ECC/DIMM type and population, shared PCIe/storage lanes, power inputs and dimensions in the linked model-specific vendor documentation.
Preservation and repair
Record the board revision, serial label, BIOS and BMC versions, MAC addresses, attached risers/cables and test conditions before servicing. Use the vendor's socket procedure, ESD-safe handling and correct chassis airflow; do not cross-flash firmware from a related SKU.
Photograph PCB labels, connector condition and accessories before cleaning. Keep BMC access credentials in secure inventory, and never power the board with loose conductive hardware beneath it.
Sources & further reading
- ASRock Rack GENOAD8X-2T/BCM — manufacturer specifications and product referencePrimary product reference for platform, board configuration and feature summary.
- ASRock Rack GENOAD8X-2T/BCM — manufacturer support, manual and firmware resourcesUse the exact revision-specific manual, CPU support list and firmware package before service.
Manufacturer model-specific documentation takes precedence. Confirm details for the exact printed board revision.