Tyan Thunder CX GC79A-B7132 Barebone System

The Tyan Thunder CX GC79A-B7132 Barebone System is a premium, enterprise-class 1U rack-mountable foundation designed for dense data centers, virtualization, and high-performance workloads. This dual-processor barebone is built to host two Intel processors on the LGA-4677 socket, delivering the balance of compute power, memory bandwidth, and storage flexibility needed for modern workloads. With a purpose-built motherboard platform, Intel c741 chipset, and a feature-rich set of storage, memory, and management options, the GC79A-B7132 is engineered to scale from a compact data-center rack to even the most demanding cloud and AI-infused environments. The system’s emphasis on reliability, remote management, and expansive I/O makes it an excellent choice for enterprise servers, HPC clusters, and virtualized infrastructures that require dense, configurable, and future-ready hardware.

• Dual-processor capability in a compact 1U rack-mountable chassis, supporting 2 x Intel Xeon-class processors on the LGA-4677 socket for outstanding multi-core performance and parallel workloads.
• Powerful chipset and management integration with the Intel c741 chipset and ASPEED AST2600, delivering robust I/O, remote management, and system monitoring for reduced downtime and easier administration.
• Massive memory capacity across 32 DIMM slots, supporting up to 4 TB of RAM with DDR4 SDRAM and DDR5-5600/PC5-44800 memory speeds, enabling large in-memory databases, virtualization, and memory-intensive workloads.
• Extensive storage flexibility featuring 16 x 2.5" drive bays, multiple RAID options with Serial ATA/600 RAID support, and an NVMe controller for high-speed PCIe storage to accelerate databases, analytics, and virtualization storage I/O.
• Scalable I/O and expansion capabilities in a dense 1U footprint, together with rugged power delivery and cooling designed for continuous operation in data centers and edge deployments.

Technical Details of Tyan Thunder CX GC79A-B7132 Barebone System

• Form factor: 1U rack-mountable chassis for dense data-center deployment
• Processor support: 2 x processors (dual-socket LGA-4677 configuration)
• Socket type: LGA-4677
• Chipset: Intel c741
• RAM capacity: Up to 4 TB across 32 memory slots
• Memory types: DDR4 SDRAM and DDR5-5600/PC5-44800 (maximum RAM support per system)
• Drive bays: 16 x 2.5" bays for flexible storage expansion
• Storage interfaces: Serial ATA/600 RAID supported; NVMe controller for PCIe storage
• Graphics/management: ASPEED AST2600 for out-of-band management and system graphics assist

how to install Tyan Thunder CX GC79A-B7132 Barebone System

Installing this barebone begins with preparing the chassis for two compatible processors. Ensure you have the correct LGA-4677 CPUs and compatible RAM modules. Open the chassis, install the CPU(s) into the processor sockets with appropriate thermal interface material, and secure the heat sinks. The memory population should follow the motherboard guidelines to maximize performance and memory bandwidth, inserting DDR4 SDRAM and/or DDR5 modules into the 32 DIMM slots to reach your target capacity. Once memory is installed, mount up to 16 2.5" drives into the bays, connecting them to the NVMe controller where applicable and configuring RAID as needed through the motherboard or RAID controller firmware. Install any NVMe SSDs or PCIe storage as supported by your configuration, ensuring power and data cables are neatly routed to maximize airflow in the 1U chassis. Install expansion cards if required, then install the system into a compatible 19-inch rack with proper mounting rails and cable management. Connect the power supply, network interfaces, and management port, and power on to access BIOS/UEFI for initial configuration. Configure RAID, memory profiles, and CPU settings to suit your workload—whether it’s virtualization, databases, HPC, or AI workloads. Finally, deploy your OS and monitoring tools, and leverage the ASPEED AST2600 management interface to monitor health, update firmware, and manage remote access securely.

Frequently asked questions

• What is the form factor of the Tyan Thunder CX GC79A-B7132? It is a 1U rack-mountable barebone designed for dense data-center deployments.
• How many processors does this system support? The chassis supports 2 processors (dual-socket) on the LGA-4677 platform.
• What memory capacity can I install? Up to 4 TB of RAM across 32 DIMM slots, with DDR4 SDRAM and DDR5-5600/PC5-44800 speeds supported depending on your configuration.
• How much storage can be connected? 16 x 2.5" drive bays provide substantial storage capacity, with Serial ATA/600 RAID support and an NVMe controller for high-speed PCIe storage.
• What management capabilities are included? The system includes an ASPEED AST2600 controller for remote management, monitoring, and console access, helping administrators manage servers even when the OS is unresponsive.
• Is this system suitable for virtualization or HPC workloads? Yes. With dual sockets, large memory capacity, and abundant storage, it is well-suited for virtualization hosts, databases, HPC nodes, and AI/ML acceleration scenarios when paired with appropriate CPUs, RAM, and PCIe storage configurations.

With its blend of dual-processor capability, expansive memory and storage options, and robust out-of-band management, the Tyan Thunder CX GC79A-B7132 Barebone System is engineered to meet the demands of modern data centers and edge deployments. It is a flexible foundation that can be tailored to many use cases—from enterprise databases and virtualization clusters to HPC workloads and storage-dense apps—while delivering the reliability and manageability essential for enterprise IT environments. The 1U form factor ensures a compact footprint in rack deployments, freeing valuable data-center space for additional nodes or networking gear, and the 16 x 2.5" bays provide a scalable path for increasing storage demands as data grows. Whether you need a high-density compute node, a solid building block for a virtualization cluster, or a scalable platform for AI workloads, this barebone system provides the essential hardware-building blocks to create a customized, high-performance server solution.