GIGABYTE GA-F2A85XM-DS2 server motherboard

Socket FM2+ A85X MicroATX Server Board

The GIGABYTE GA-F2A85XM-DS2 is a MicroATX server motherboard built on the AMD A85X chipset for Socket FM2 APUs. It fits compact 22.6 x 17.4 cm chassis while delivering dual-channel DDR3 memory and integrated graphics support. This board targets builders deploying entry-level file, web or application servers where space and power draw are constrained.

Dual-Channel DDR3 Up to 64 GB

Two DIMM slots accept DDR3 modules at 1066, 1333, 1600, 1866 and 2400(OC) MT/s for a maximum capacity of 64 GB. Four SATA3 ports provide RAID 0, 1, 5, 10 and JBOD for local storage arrays. Expansion is limited to one PCI-Express 2.0 x16 slot, one PCI-Express 2.0 x1 slot and a legacy PCI slot, so additional controllers or NICs compete for scarce lanes.

Realtek Gigabit Ethernet Single Port

Network connectivity relies on a single Realtek Gigabit Ethernet controller with one RJ45 port. There is no second LAN port, no IPMI and no dedicated management interface. Buyers needing redundant network paths or out-of-band management must look elsewhere. The board supplies 7.1-channel audio via Realtek ALC887, VGA and DVI-D video outputs, four USB 3.0 ports and eight USB 2.0 ports.