ASRock Rack RM237-C622LM Barebone System — 2U Rack-Mountable Dual LGA-3647

Engineered for data centers, virtualization hosts, and high-demand compute environments, the ASRock Rack RM237-C622LM Barebone System serves as a versatile 2U chassis designed to maximize performance, scalability, and reliability. Built around the Intel C622 chipset and Socket P LGA-3647, this barebone supports up to two Intel Xeon processors, delivering the multi-core power and bandwidth needed for demanding workloads. With a dense memory architecture, expansive storage capabilities, and robust remote management features, the RM237-C622LM is a premium foundation for enterprise-grade servers, HPC nodes, or customized rack deployments.

• Dual-processor readiness with LGA-3647 sockets: accommodates up to two Intel Xeon Scalable processors, enabling parallel processing power for virtualization, databases, and HPC tasks.
• High-capacity DDR4 memory support: up to 24 DDR4 DIMM slots operating at DDR4-2400 (PC4-19200) speeds, allowing large memory footprints essential for in-memory databases, virtualization hosts, and analytics workloads.
• Extensive storage and I/O flexibility: supports up to 12 x 3.5" drives with SAS RAID and SATA 6Gb/s backplane connectivity, ideal for bulk storage, data-intensive workflows, and fast I/O operations.
• Integrated management graphics and enterprise reliability: featuring ASPEED AST2500 with 16 MB graphics for remote management, KVM, and console redirection to simplify out-of-band administration.
• Professional rack-mount design: 2U form factor with hot-swappable drive bays, robust chassis construction, and tool-free access to components, ensuring fast maintenance and minimal downtime in data centers.

Technical Details of ASRock Rack RM237-C622LM Barebone System

• CPU Socket and Support: 2 x Socket P LGA-3647 (supports up to two Intel Xeon Scalable processors).
• Chipset: Intel C622 chipset, delivering enterprise-class I/O and reliability for dual-processor configurations.
• Memory: DDR4 SDRAM, DDR4-2400/PC4-19200; Maximum RAM up to 24 DIMMs, enabling broad memory topologies and large RAM capacity for virtualization and memory-intensive applications.
• Memory Slots: 24 total memory slots, supporting flexible DIMM configurations and high-density memory deployment.
• Storage Backplanes: 12 x 3.5" hot-swappable drive bays, designed for SAS/SATA enterprise drives to deliver substantial storage capacity with streamlined maintenance.
• Storage Controller: 12Gb/s SAS RAID supported, Serial ATA/600 controller capabilities to handle fast data transfer and redundant storage configurations.
• Graphics/Management: ASPEED AST2500 with 16 MB graphics for out-of-band management, remote console, and system monitoring.
• Form Factor: 2U rack-mountable barebone chassis, optimized for dense data center installations with straightforward rack integration.

How to install ASRock Rack RM237-C622LM

• Prepare your rack and rails: ensure you have a suitable 19-inch rack with the appropriate rails and mounting hardware for a 2U chassis. Verify weight capacity, cooling, and power distribution to support dual processors and a large memory/storage configuration.
• Install CPUs and memory: insert up to two Intel Xeon processors into the LGA-3647 sockets following the manufacturer’s guidelines, apply thermal interface material as needed, and populate DDR4 memory modules across the channels to achieve the desired capacity and performance. Use ECC DIMMs where supported for greater reliability in server workloads.
• Secure the barebone in the rack: slide the RM237-C622LM into the rack rails, align with mounting points, and fasten securely to maintain stability under operational conditions and potential airflow changes.
• Connect power, backplane, and storage: attach power connectors and backplane cables, install and secure the 12 x 3.5" drives in their bays, and connect SAS/SATA cables to the appropriate backplane or RAID controller. Configure storage devices and RAID levels in the system BIOS or management interface as required by your deployment.
• Power on and configure management: boot the system and access the ASRock management console via the onboard ASPEED AST2500 interface for remote management, remote KVM, and monitoring. Install your preferred operating system or hypervisor, apply firmware and driver updates, and configure any additional I/O cards or NVMe storage as needed for your workload.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: Does the RM237-C622LM support two processors?

  A: Yes. The RM237-C622LM is designed with dual LGA-3647 sockets (Socket P) to host up to two Intel Xeon processors, enabling high-density compute capability for virtualization, databases, and enterprise applications.

• Q: How many memory slots are available and what RAM speeds are supported?

  A: The system provides 24 DDR4 memory slots, supporting DDR4-2400 (PC4-19200) memory modules. This configuration supports large RAM footprints essential for memory-intensive workloads and virtualization environments.

• Q: How many 3.5" drives can be installed?

  A: The RM237-C622LM accommodates up to 12 x 3.5" drives, offering substantial storage capacity for data-heavy workloads and scalable storage expansion with SAS RAID and SATA 6Gb/s connectivity.

• Q: What management options are included?

  A: An integrated ASPEED AST2500 with 16 MB graphics provides remote management, out-of-band console access, and system monitoring, enabling administrators to manage the server even when the OS is unavailable.

• Q: What are typical use cases for this barebone?

  A: The RM237-C622LM is well-suited for virtualization hosts, multi-node clusters, HPC compute nodes, databases requiring large memory, and storage-oriented appliances needing high capacity and reliable RAID configurations in a 2U rack environment.