Servers Designed for Single-Phase Immersion Cooling
Unlike air cooling, servers used in single-phase immersion cooling have some special considerations:
Server installation mechanism
Chemical phase changes
Steady flow of coolant in the system
By partnering with the major single-phase immersion cooling suppliers in the market, GIGABYTE's single-phase immersion cooling servers can be installed directly in their off-the-shelf tanks from these partners, eliminating the need for product compatibility testing and customization. These systematic modifications greatly reduce the time for verification and adoption of single-phase immersion cooling technology.
Structural Integrity and Simplified Management
Servers must be installed vertically in the tank, and this lowering or raising of servers is due to an optimized tank design for single-phase immersion cooling. Therefore, the server installed upright needs to have rigid and firm structural integrity to ensure the chassis will not deform. Also, due to the vertical design, the cable routing and maintenance are also different than traditional data centers. Therefore, we re-examine the design and strengthen the server chassis for immersion cooling and reroute the cables. For instance, I/O ports are all arranged on the rear side facing up, and the network cables need to be rerouted to the sides so that maintenance can be quick and easy. Also, to make it more convenient for IT to install or remove a server, a bracket was added to allow hooks to move the server.
Design to Ensure Steady Fluid Flow in the Tank
When a server is submerged in a coolant, an important condition is that the fluid is circulated well, and the warm fluid is pumped out as cooler fluid is pumped in. Only by maintaining a stable coolant flow can the heat absorbed by the fluid be managed, and the system can automatically adjust the coolant flow rate according to the operation needs. To ensure efficient heat removal, the server design for single-phase immersion cooling not only must remove any components that negatively affect the fluid flow in the system, but they also must reduce the dead space in the chassis to avoid heat accumulation. Based on the viscosity of the coolant and the specific heat capacity of the coolant, the heat dissipation rate of the server must be constantly monitored and adjusted to avoid issues . Servers developed for single-phase immersion cooling can significantly reduce unnecessary barriers that users may encounter when adopting new technologies, allowing them to focus on productivity.
Made with Materials Suitable for Various Coolants
Single-phase immersion cooling submerges the server in a cooling fluid that removes heat by directly coming into contact with the heating elements. GIGABYTE had to evaluate how the chemical composition of the coolant may affect the components as well as the effect of the temperature and process on the coolant. Through theory and experimental experience, we perfected the design and will continue to explore materials that are suitable for immersion cooling.
H262-Z6B Product Overview
H262-Z6B Block Diagram
Architecture for Modern Data Centers
AMD EPYC™ 7003 Series Processors
GIGABYTE servers and AMD EPYC 7003 Series Processors deliver the highest possible I/O throughput to pave the way for fast communication between CPU and accelerator in HPC and data analytics.
Up to 64 Cores
8 Channels of DDR4-3200
Up to 4TB Memory Capacity
128 lanes PCIe 4.0
2-way SMT & Turbo Boost
4,6,8-channel Memory Interleave
Synchronized Fabric and Memory Clock Speeds
Secure Memory Encryption
Secure Encrypted Virtualization
Power Efficiency
Cold Redundancy
To take advantage of the fact that a PSU will run at greater power efficiency with a higher load, GIGABYTE has introduced a power management feature called Cold Redundancy for servers with N+1 power supplies. When the total system load falls lower than 40%, the system will automatically place one PSU into standby mode, resulting in a 10% improvement in efficiency.
High Availability
Smart Ride Through (SmaRT)
To prevent server downtime and data loss as a result of loss of AC power, GIGABYTE implements SmaRT in all our server platforms. When such an event occurs, the system will throttle while maintaining availability and reducing power load. Capacitors within the power supply can supply power for 10-20ms, which is enough time to transition to a backup power source for continued operation.
Smart Crises Management and Protection (SCMP)
SCMP is a GIGABYTE patented feature which is deployed in servers with non-fully redundant PSU design. With SCMP, in the event of faulty PSU or overheated system, the system will force the CPU into an ultra-low power mode that reduces the power load, which prevents the system from unexpected shutdown and avoids component damage or data loss.
Hardware Security
Hardware-level Root of Trust *
Protection is built in the silicon to ensure systems will not be vulnerable to security attacks or cyber threats. This hardware-level root of trust (ROT) helps isolate the system as the boot process starts to make sure a verified code is used.
Provides:
Integrity of cryptographic keys and secure key generation
Boot process protected and verified
Secure application environment and protection at runtime
* Available on select models
Optional TPM 2.0 Module
For hardware-based authentication, the passwords, encryption keys, and digital certificates are stored in a TPM module to prevent unwanted users from gaining access to your data. GIGABYTE TPM modules come in either a Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) or low pin count (LPC) interface.
User Friendly
OCP 3.0 Ready
GIGABYTE offers servers that feature an onboard OCP 3.0 slot for the next generation of add on cards. Advantages of this new type include:
Easy Serviceability:
Simply slot in or pull out the card, without opening the server or using tools
Improved thermal design:
Horizontal position and optimal heat sink design allow for air cooling to eliminate the heat efficiently
Certified Ready with Software Partners
Being a member of key software alliance partner programs enables GIGABYTE to rapidly develop and validate joint solutions, enabling our customers to modernize their data centers and implement IT infrastructure and application services with speed, agility, and cost optimization.
Chassis Management Controller (CMC)
GIGABYTE H-Series servers feature CMC* for chassis-level management and multi-node monitoring by connecting nodes internally via BMC integrated on each node to the CMC. This results in easier managment as there are less cables and network switch connections needed.
* IPMI only, no iKVM functionality
Ring Topology Management
GIGABYTE H-Series servers feature the ability to create a “ring” connection for monitoring & management of all servers in a rack for greater cost savings and management efficiency.
Typical Network Topology
Using CMC & Ring Topology Kit
Value-added Management
GIGABYTE offers free-of-charge management applications via a specialized small processor built on the server.
GIGABYTE Management Console
For management and maintenance of a server or a small cluster, users can use the GIGABYTE Management Console, which is pre-installed on each server. Once the servers are running, IT staff can perform real-time health monitoring and management on each server through the browser-based graphical user interface. In addition, the GIGABYTE Management Console also provides:
Support for standard IPMI specifications that allows users to integrate services into a single platform through an open interface
Automatic event recording, which can record system behavior 30 seconds before an event occurs, making it easier to determine subsequent actions
Integrate SAS/SATA/NVMe devices and RAID controller firmware into GIGABYTE Management Console to monitor and control Broadcom® MegaRAID adapters.
GIGABYTE Server Management (GSM)
GSM is a software suite that can manage clusters of servers simultaneously over the internet. GSM can be run on all GIGABYTE servers and has support for Windows and Linux. GSM can be downloaded from GIGABYTE website and complies with IPMI and Redfish standards. GSM includes a complete range of system management functions that includes the following utilities:
GSM Server: A software program that provides real-time, remote control using a graphical user interface through an administrator’s computer or through a server in the cluster. The software allows ease of maintenance for large clusters of servers.
GSM CLI: A command-line interface for monitoring and managing remotely.
GSM Agent: A software program installed on each GIGABYTE server node that retrieves information from each system and devices through the OS, and this software integrates with GSM Server or GSM CLI.
GSM Mobile: A mobile app for both Android and iOS that provides admins with real-time system information.
GSM Plugin: An application program interface that allows users to use VMware vCenter for real-time monitoring and management of server clusters.
The GIGABYTE H262-Z6B (rev. ICP1) is a high-density 2U 4-node server designed for AMD EPYC 7003/7002 series processors, making it ideal for HPC, cloud computing, and enterprise workloads.
Key Features:
✅ 2U chassis with 4 independent nodes – Maximizes compute density and efficiency.
✅ Supports up to 8 AMD EPYC CPUs – High core count for parallel workloads.
✅ 16 DIMM slots per node (DDR4 ECC) – Scalable memory for AI and virtualization.
✅ PCIe Gen4 support – Fast connectivity for GPUs and NVMe storage.
✅ Dedicated BMC with IPMI – Remote management for easy monitoring.
Applications:
🔹 High-Performance Computing (HPC)
🔹 Cloud & Virtualization
🔹 Big Data & AI Workloads
🔹 Enterprise Storage & Web Hosting
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Dimensions (WxHxD, mm)
2U 4 Nodes - Rear access
440 x 87.5 x 840
Motherboard
MZ62-HD4 Rev. 3.0
CPU
AMD EPYC™ 7003 series processor family
Dual processor, 7nm technology
Up to 64-core, 128 threads per processor
TDP up to 280W
Compatible with AMD EPYC™ 7002 series processor family
NOTE: If only 1 CPU is installed, some PCIe or memory functions might be unavailable
Socket
Per Node:
2 x LGA 4094
Total:
8 x LGA 4094
Socket SP3
Chipset
System on Chip
Memory
Per node:
16 x DIMM slots
Total:
64 x DIMM slots
DDR4 memory supported only
8-Channel memory per processor architecture
RDIMM modules up to 128GB supported
LRDIMM modules up to 128GB supported
3DS RDIMM/LRDIMM modules up to 256GB supported
Memory speed: Up to 3200 MHz
LAN
Per node:
2 x 1GbE LAN ports (1 x Intel® I350-AM2)
1 x Dedicated management port
Total:
8 x 1GbE LAN ports (4 x Intel® I350-AM2)
4 x Dedicated management ports
1 x CMC port
Video
Integrated in Aspeed® AST2500
2D Video Graphic Adapter with PCIe bus interface
1920x1200@60Hz 32bpp, DDR4 SDRAM
Management chip on CMC board:
Integrated in Aspeed® AST2520A2-GP
Storage
Per node:
2 x 2.5" Gen4 NVMe/SATA hot-swappable bays, from CPU_1
Total:
8 x 2.5" Gen4 NVMe/SATA hot-swappable bays, from CPU_1
SAS
N/A
RAID
N/A
Expansion Slots
Per node:
Riser Card CRSH01E:
- 1 x PCIe x16 (Gen4 x16) low-profile slot, from CPU_0
Riser Card CRSH01H:
- 1 x PCIe x16 (Gen4 x16) low-profile slot, from CPU_0
1 x OCP 3.0 mezzanine slot with PCIe Gen4 x16 bandwidth, from CPU_0
1 x M.2 slot:
- M-key
- PCIe Gen4 x4, from CPU_0
- Supports NGFF-2280/22110 cards
Total:
Riser Card CRSH01E x 4:
- 4 x PCIe x16 (Gen4 x16) low-profile slots, from CPU_0
Riser Card CRSH01H x 4:
- 4 x PCIe x16 (Gen4 x16) low-profile slots, from CPU_0
4 x OCP 3.0 mezzanine slots with PCIe Gen4 x16 bandwidth, from CPU_0
4 x M.2 slots:
- M-key
- PCIe Gen4 x4, from CPU_0
- Supports NGFF-2280/22110 cards
Internal I/O
Per node:
1 x M.2 slot
1 x COM header
1 x TPM header
1 x BMC SGPIO header
1 x JTAG BMC header
1 x PLD header
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
1 x IPMB connector
Front I/O
Per node:
1 x Power button with LED
1 x ID button with LED
1 x Status LED
1 x System reset button
Total:
4 x Power buttons with LED
4 x ID buttons with LED
4 x Status LEDs
4 x System reset buttons
*1 x CMC status LED
*1 x CMC reset button
*Only one CMC status LED and reset button per system
Rear I/O
Per node:
2 x USB 3.2 Gen1
1 x Mini-DP
2 x RJ45
1 x RJ45 MLAN
1 x ID LED
Total:
8 x USB 3.2 Gen1
4 x Mini-DP
8 x RJ45
4 x RJ45 MLAN
4 x ID LEDs
*1 x CMC port
*Only one CMC port per system
Backplane I/O
Speed and bandwidth:
PCIe Gen4 x4 or SATA 6Gb/s or SAS 12Gb/s
TPM
1 x TPM header with SPI interface
Optional TPM2.0 kit: CTM010
Power Supply
Dual 3000W 80 PLUS Titanium power supply
DC Output:
- Max 1000W/ 100-127V~
+ 12.2V/ 81A
+ 12Vsb/ 3A
- Max 2600W/ 200-220V~
+ 12.2V/ 213A
+ 12Vsb/ 3A
- Max 3000W/ 220-240V~
+ 12.2V/ 240A
+ 12Vsb/ 3A
NOTE: The system power supply requires C19 power cord
System Management
Aspeed® AST2500 management controller
GIGABYTE Management Console (AMI MegaRAC SP-X) web interface
Dashboard
JAVA Based Serial Over LAN
HTML5 KVM
Sensor Monitor (Voltage, RPM, Temperature, CPU Status …etc.)
Sensor Reading History Data
FRU Information
SEL Log in Linear Storage / Circular Storage Policy
Hardware Inventory
Fan Profile
System Firewall
Power Consumption
Power Control
LDAP / AD / RADIUS Support
Backup & Restore Configuration
Remote BIOS/BMC/CPLD Update
Event Log Filter
User Management
Media Redirection Settings
PAM Order Settings
SSL Settings
SMTP Settings
OS Compatibility
Windows Server 2016 (X2APIC/256T not supported)
Windows Server 2019
Windows Server 2022
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 8.3 (x64) or later
Red Hat Enterprise Linux 9.0 (x64) or later
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 12 SP5 (x64) or later
SUSE Linux Enterprise Server 15 SP2 (x64) or later
Ubuntu 18.04.5 LTS (x64) or later
Ubuntu 20.04 LTS (x64) or later
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS (x64) or later
VMware ESXi 6.7 Update3 P03 or later
VMware ESXi 7.0 Update1 or later
VMware ESXi 8.0 or later