ASRock Rack 1U4LW-X570 Barebone System — 1U Rack-Mountable Server with AMD X570 Chipset

Designed for compact data centers, edge deployments, and aggressive space-constrained workspaces, the ASRock Rack 1U4LW-X570 Barebone System is a high-performance, scalable foundation for your server needs. This 1U rack-mountable barebone chassis centers on versatility and reliability, offering a single Socket AM4 processor path, an AMD X570 chipset, and robust storage and expansion capabilities. It is purpose-built for enthusiasts, small businesses, and IT teams seeking a modular, energy-efficient platform that can handle virtualization, media serving, database tasks, or light enterprise workloads with ease. The system is sold as a barebone, meaning you can tailor the CPU, memory, drives, and OS to your specific requirements, while the motherboard, backplane, and management controller are pre-integrated for speed and simplicity. With PCIe 4.0 readiness, ample I/O, and a capable management interface, the 1U4LW-X570 delivers enterprise-grade features in a compact form factor.

• Compact 1U rack-mountable design with four 3.5" drive bays, enabling flexible storage configurations—from high-capacity direct-attached storage to virtualization-friendly pools for databases or file services.
• Powerful foundation with AMD X570 chipset and Socket AM4 CPU support, delivering PCIe 4.0 readiness for faster GPU, NVMe, and add-on card performance in a compact chassis.
• DDR4 memory support up to 32 GB across up to four DIMM slots at DDR4-3200/PC4-25600 speeds, enabling solid multitasking, virtualization, and data processing within a lean footprint.
• Integrated management and console options including ASPEED AST2500 (16 MB) graphics for out-of-band management, plus HDMI output for local administration and diagnostics.
• Flexible connectivity and basic server networking with an RJ-45 Ethernet port, Serial ATA/600 controller for dependable storage I/O, and expandability suitable for NAS, media server, or edge deployments.

Technical Details of ASRock Rack 1U4LW-X570 Barebone System

• Form factor: 1U rack-mountable chassis designed for data center environments and space-constrained installations
• Processor support: 1 x Processor Socket AM4 (processor not included; compatible with AMD Ryzen and other AM4-class CPUs as per motherboard specifications)
• Chipset: AMD X570, providing PCIe 4.0 lanes for high-performance storage and peripherals
• Memory: DDR4 SDRAM DDR4-3200/PC4-25600, up to 32 GB maximum, 4 memory slots
• Storage controller: Serial ATA/600 controller for reliable SATA storage connections
• Drive bays: 4 x 3.5" bays for flexible storage expansion and array configurations
• Graphics and management: ASPEED AST2500 graphics controller with 16 MB memory for out-of-band management and remote administration
• Video output: HDMI port for local console access and diagnostics
• Networking: RJ-45 Ethernet port for standard network connectivity
• Form factor notes: Barebone system designed to be customized with components to fit specific workloads and environments

How to install ASRock Rack 1U4LW-X570 Barebone System

• Prepare your environment: Ensure you have rack space, proper power supply provisioning, and ventilation. Have a compatible AMD AM4 processor on hand along with the required CPU cooler and sufficient DDR4 memory modules.
• Install the CPU: Open the CPU socket, align the processor correctly with the socket, and secure it. Apply thermal paste as needed and attach the CPU cooler securely to ensure proper cooling.
• Install memory: Insert DDR4 DIMMs into the four memory slots in the recommended configuration for your processor and motherboard. Ensure each DIMM clicks firmly into place and that the total memory does not exceed 32 GB.
• Install storage: Place your 3.5" drives into the four drive bays and connect the SATA cables to the Serial ATA/600 controller. If you plan to use NVMe devices, verify compatibility with the motherboard’s PCIe lanes and any backplane requirements.
• Connect power and cables: Attach the power supply connections and the system’s network cable to the RJ-45 port. If you are using IPMI management, connect the dedicated management network as required and configure a management workstation for remote access.
• Initial boot and configuration: Power on the system and enter the BIOS/UEFI to configure boot order, hardware virtualization features, and storage arrays as needed. Use the ASRock Rack management console or IPMI interface (via the AST2500 controller) for remote management, OS installation, and firmware updates.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What is included with the ASRock Rack 1U4LW-X570 Barebone System?

  A: The barebone system includes the chassis, motherboard, backplane, management controller, and essential I/O. CPU, memory, drives, and the operating system are not included and must be added by the user to complete the server build.

• Q: How many storage bays does the system support?

  A: The unit provides four 3.5" drive bays, offering flexible capacity for large datasets, databases, or media libraries, depending on your storage needs and RAID configuration.

• Q: What memory specifications does it support?

  A: It supports up to 32 GB of DDR4 SDRAM at speeds up to DDR4-3200 (PC4-25600) across four DIMM slots, suitable for virtualization, caching, and general server workloads while respecting cpu and motherboard limits.

• Q: Is remote management available?

  A: Yes. The system includes ASPEED AST2500 management features with 16 MB graphics memory, enabling out-of-band management and a remote management console for monitoring, remote KVM, and firmware updates.

• Q: What kind of processor can be installed?

  A: The 1U4LW-X570 Barebone System uses an AMD Socket AM4, so compatible AMD Ryzen-based CPUs (and other AM4-class CPUs defined by ASRock Rack for this model) can be installed, depending on the workload and thermal envelope you plan to support.

• Q: What kind of video and display options are available?

  A: The barebone system provides an HDMI output for console access, diagnostics, and local management tasks, supplementing IPMI-based remote management for hands-off administration.