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Supermicro SYS-531A-I barebone server chassis, matte black finish, front drive bays visible

Supermicro

Supermicro SYS-531A-I barebone server, LGA4677, Xeon W-2400, 1200W Platinum

SKU CH-B8V2-0PDFR MPN SYS-531A-I

Barebone server supporting Xeon W-2400 CPUs on LGA4677 with 1GbE and 10GbE, four 3.5-inch bays, two M.2 NVMe slots and a 1200W 92%+ Platinum power supply

  • Supports Intel Xeon W-2400 processors via LGA4677 socket
  • Intel W790 chipset provides workstation-class platform foundation
  • Eight DIMM slots enable high-capacity memory configurations
  • One 1GbE and one 10GbE port for flexible network connectivity
  • 1200W Platinum power supply delivers 92%+ efficiency

Single-socket workstation barebone

The Supermicro SYS-531A-I is a new barebone server built around a single LGA4677 socket for Intel Xeon W-2400 processors. It targets professionals who assemble their own compute node for rendering, simulation or data-analysis workloads that benefit from a workstation-class platform. The chassis includes a 1200 W Platinum-rated power supply rated at 92%+ efficiency.

Suited for custom CPU and storage builds

This unit fits buyers who want to select their own Xeon processor and populate up to eight DIMM slots plus two M.2 NVMe slots. It is not for buyers who need a pre-configured system with CPU, memory or operating system already installed. It is also not for deployments that require redundant power supplies or a rackmount form factor.

1200 W Platinum power supply

The included 1200 W unit delivers 92%+ efficiency at Platinum level, providing the headroom needed for high-core-count Xeon W-2400 chips and multiple drive bays. Verifying that this power budget matches the chosen processor TDP and total drive count is the single specification that decides whether the barebone meets the build requirements.

How it compares

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Price $1,131.99
Cheaper than about 86% of the 532 comparable items (median $2,503.49).

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Specifications

Size & build
Shipping weight16.51 kg
Package size692 × 584 × 330 mm

Questions about this item

How do I install the Xeon W-2400 processor into the LGA4677 socket, and what step is often missed?

Align the processor notches with the socket keys, lower it gently without forcing, then secure the retention lever fully; the step often missed is removing the protective socket cover before placement.

Which components in the SYS-531A-I will need replacement or maintenance over time?

The two 120 mm fans are the primary moving parts and should be cleaned or replaced when noise or airflow drops; the 1200W Platinum power supply may need replacement after extended 24/7 operation.

What thermal limit appears first when the server runs sustained heavy workloads?

The single-socket design with only two 120 mm fans means CPU thermal throttling under continuous full-load Xeon W-2400 operation is the first limit encountered.

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