Tyan Thunder HX FT48T-B7105 Barebone System — 4U Tower Dual-Processor Powerhouse

The Tyan Thunder HX FT48T-B7105 Barebone System is the backbone you need for enterprise-grade computing, virtualization, and data-intensive workloads. Built around a rugged 4U tower chassis, this barebone supports dual Intel Xeon scalable processors on the LGA-3647 Socket P, delivering high core counts, expansive memory bandwidth, and dependable performance for multi-VM environments, dense databases, and HPC tasks. With the Intel C621 chipset guiding I/O and memory governance, and the ASPEED AST2500 hosting the system management processor, you get robust remote management, IPMI capabilities, and reliable console access to monitor and fine-tune your deployment. The architecture also offers flexible storage via eight 3.5" drive bays and a Serial ATA/600 RAID controller, enabling scalable, fault-tolerant configurations. In short, this barebone is purpose-built to scale with your organization’s evolving needs, delivering enterprise reliability and performance at a compelling price point.

• Dual processor support for powerhouse performance. The HX FT48T-B7105 is designed to accommodate 2 x Intel Xeon Scalable processors on the LGA-3647 Socket P, enabling heavy multi-threaded workloads, virtualization, large-scale databases, and compute-intensive applications. This configuration delivers abundant core counts and memory bandwidth to accelerate parallel workloads, making it ideal for data centers, HPC clusters, and enterprise-ready deployments. The platform is optimized for sustained performance under demanding workloads while maintaining efficiency and manageability in a 4U footprint.
• Massive memory capacity for memory-intensive tasks. With support for up to 1.50 TB of DDR4 SDRAM across 12 DIMM slots, you can harness large memory footprints for in-memory databases, in-memory analytics, and virtualization environments. DDR4-2666/PC4-21300 speeds balance bandwidth and latency, helping to reduce bottlenecks in virtualization platforms and high-performance workloads. The modular memory architecture also provides scalability as your workloads grow, ensuring you stay ahead of demand without frequent hardware refreshes.
• Expandable storage with RAID-capable I/O. The chassis provides eight 3.5" drive bays, delivering substantial storage density for data-intensive applications. A Serial ATA/600 RAID controller supports flexible RAID configurations, enabling fault tolerance, rapid rebuilds, and optimized I/O performance for databases, media storage, and backup solutions. This storage footprint is designed to meet demanding data throughput requirements while keeping energy efficiency in mind and allowing for a balanced mix of boot drives, cache drives, and bulk storage.
• Enterprise-level management and graphics integration. The system features the ASPEED AST2500 controller with 32 MB graphics memory, enabling reliable out-of-band management, remote console access, and streamlined server administration. With this management acceleration, IT teams can monitor, configure, and diagnose the barebone remotely, reducing downtime and improving uptime. While not designed as a workstation-grade GPU, the AST2500 graphics provide essential console and management capabilities that keep critical operations visible and controllable from across the data center.
• Robust chassis design suitable for data centers and racks. The 4U tower form factor is optimized for dense data-center environments, delivering expandability, strong airflow, and straightforward integration into rack setups. The combination of eight 3.5" bays, dual-socket support, and the C621 chipset equips organizations with scalable expansion paths, whether you’re consolidating workloads, deploying large virtualization fleets, or building a storage-centric server cluster. This barebone system is built to grow with evolving IT requirements, offering reliability, configurable I/O, and a durable foundation for enterprise deployments.

Technical Details of Tyan Thunder HX FT48T-B7105 Barebone System

• Form Factor: 4U Tower
• Processor Support: 2 x Intel Xeon Scalable processors on LGA-3647 Socket P
• Chipset: Intel C621
• Maximum RAM: Up to 1.50 TB DDR4 SDRAM (DDR4-2666/PC4-21300)
• Memory Slots: 12 DIMMs
• Storage: 8 x 3.5" bays with Serial ATA/600 RAID controller for flexible storage configurations
• Graphics/Management: ASPEED AST2500 with 32 MB graphics memory for robust out-of-band management

How to install Tyan Thunder HX FT48T-B7105 Barebone System

• Unpack the barebone chassis and verify all components are present. Ensure you have compatible Intel Xeon Scalable CPUs, DDR4 DIMMs, and matching power requirements before proceeding.
• Install the processors into the two LGA-3647 Socket P sockets. Apply thermal paste as required and mount the appropriate heatsinks or cooling assemblies. Verify that cooling is adequate to sustain sustained workloads in a dense 4U form factor.
• Populate the 12 DIMM slots with DDR4 memory modules following the recommended memory population guidelines for the chosen CPUs to achieve the desired total capacity and performance levels.
• Install and configure storage drives into the eight 3.5" bays. Connect the Serial ATA/600 RAID controller cables and set up the RAID array in BIOS/RAID configuration software. Ensure boot drives and cache drives are properly identified for optimal boot and I/O performance.
• Connect power, network, and management cables. Integrate the unit into a rack or workstation environment, power on, and enter the BIOS to configure CPU settings, memory timings, RAID, and remote management options. Validate with a post-test and stage your operating system or hypervisor image for deployment.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What processors does the Tyan HX FT48T-B7105 barebone support? A: It supports 2 x Intel Xeon Scalable processors on the LGA-3647 Socket P, enabling high-core-count, memory-intensive configurations suitable for virtualization, databases, and HPC workloads.
• Q: How much memory can I install? A: Up to 1.50 TB of DDR4 SDRAM across 12 DIMM slots, with support for DDR4-2666/PC4-21300 speeds to balance capacity and bandwidth.
• Q: How many drives are supported? A: Eight 3.5" drive bays are available for storage expansion, with a Serial ATA/600 RAID controller to enable various RAID configurations for performance and redundancy.
• Q: Does this barebone include management capabilities? A: Yes. The ASPEED AST2500 controller provides remote management, IPMI console access, and out-of-band management to help monitor and administer the system without direct access to the chassis.
• Q: Is this system suitable for data-center deployments? A: Absolutely. The 4U tower form factor, dual-socket CPU support, substantial memory capacity, and expandable storage make it ideal for data-center environments, virtualization clusters, and compute-intensive workloads that require reliability and scalable performance.