ASRock Rack 1U4G-ROME Barebone System: 1U Rack-Mountable EPYC-Ready Server Platform

Introducing the ASRock Rack 1U4G-ROME Barebone System, a compact yet highly capable 1U rack-mountable chassis engineered for demanding data center workloads. Built to accommodate the AMD EPYC ecosystem and designed to maximize density without compromising performance, this barebone system is the ideal foundation for virtualization, software-defined storage, high-performance computing nodes, and modern cloud or edge deployments. Its rugged 1U form factor makes it easy to rack, power, and scale in data centers and colocation facilities, while the feature-rich motherboard and controller set offer enterprise-grade reliability and versatility. Whether you’re building a dense cluster, a GPU-accelerated compute node, or a fast-storage appliance, the 1U4G-ROME provides the essential building blocks to tailor a powerful server platform around your workloads.

• Processor flexibility and speed: Supports 1 x AMD EPYC processor on a Socket LGA-4094 platform, enabling high core counts and robust multiprocessing for virtualization, databases, and analytics.
• Memory performance and capacity: 8 x DDR4 SDRAM slots with DDR4-3200 (PC4-25600) speeds, designed to deliver ample memory bandwidth for memory-intensive applications and virtualization workloads.
• Massive NVMe and storage readiness: Equipped with an integrated NVMe controller and 8 M.2 interfaces, facilitating ultra-fast boot drives, cache tiers, and high-throughput storage configurations in a compact 1U footprint.
• Graphics and remote management: Includes ASPEED AST2500 graphics for BMC-based management and remote console functionality, helping administrators monitor, configure, and manage the system remotely.
• Networking and expansion-ready: Features high-speed networking options via RJ-45 interfaces, with room for expansion and flexible I/O configurations to suit diverse data-center networking needs.

Technical Details of ASRock Rack 1U4G-ROME Barebone System

• Product family: ASRock Rack Barebone System
• Form factor: 1U rack-mountable chassis
• CPU socket: Socket LGA-4094
• Processor support: AMD EPYC processor capable
• Memory support: 8 x DDR4 SDRAM slots; memory speed up to DDR4-3200 (PC4-25600)
• Max RAM capacity: Not specified here; supports DDR4-3200 with 8 slots for scalable memory configurations
• Memory type: DDR4 SDRAM
• NVMe storage: NVMe controller present for high-speed SSDs
• Storage interfaces: 8 x M.2 interface slots for NVMe or SATA drives
• Graphics: ASPEED AST2500 graphics processor for management console and remote KVM
• Networking: RJ-45 network interfaces for standard Ethernet connectivity
• Motherboard features: Enterprise-grade chipset and design to support scalable server workloads
• Server category: EPYC-ready barebone system for data center deployments

how to install ASRock Rack 1U4G-ROME Barebone System

• Prepare your environment: Ensure you have a compatible rack, power distribution, and an appropriate cooling plan for a 1U server in your data center or lab environment.
• Install the CPU: Open the CPU socket, align the AMD EPYC processor with the LGA-4094 socket, apply the thermal interface material as required, and securely close the socket lever.
• Install memory modules: Insert DDR4 RAM modules into the 8 memory slots, following the motherboard’s recommended population order to optimize performance and enable any memory-channel configurations.
• Configure storage: Plan your NVMe and M.2 layout by choosing boot drives, cache tiers, and data drives. Install SSDs into the 8 M.2 slots as needed, ensuring proper seating and cooling.
• Connect management and network: Attach the management interfaces (ASPEED AST2500) and connect RJ-45 network cables to the appropriate NICs for out-of-band and in-band management and production networking.
• Rack, power, and initial boot: Mount the barebone system in the rack, connect to power and network, and power on. Enter the BIOS/UEFI to configure boot order, CPU performance settings, memory profiles, and any enterprise features like virtualization support and security options. Install a compatible operating system or hypervisor per your deployment plan.

Frequently asked questions

• What processors does the ASRock Rack 1U4G-ROME support? It supports AMD EPYC processors in the Socket LGA-4094, giving you access to high-core-count CPUs and enterprise-grade performance for virtualization, databases, and analytics.
• How many memory slots are available and what DDR4 speeds are supported? The system offers 8 DDR4 SDRAM slots with support for DDR4-3200 (PC4-25600) memory, enabling solid bandwidth for demanding workloads and multiple VMs.
• How many M.2 drives can be installed? There are 8 M.2 interfaces, allowing a versatile NVMe storage configuration for boot drives, caching tiers, and high-speed data storage in a compact 1U chassis.
• What management capabilities are included? The ASPEED AST2500 graphics processor provides remote management features such as iKVM and health monitoring, aiding administrators in monitoring and configuring the server remotely.
• What networking options are available? The barebone system provides RJ-45 network interfaces to connect to standard Ethernet networks, with flexibility for additional NICs and expansion as needed.
• Is this system suitable for dense data-center deployments? Yes. Its 1U form factor, EPYC-ready architecture, extensive NVMe storage options, and robust management capabilities make it well-suited for dense data-center racks, virtualization clusters, and high-demand workloads.