Supermicro MBD-X11SAE-F-O Server Motherboard

The Supermicro MBD-X11SAE-F-O is a high-performance server motherboard designed for small to medium business applications and entry-level server deployments. Built on the Intel C236 chipset, it supports 8th and 9th generation Intel Core processors and Xeon E-2100/E-2200 series CPUs, delivering exceptional processing power with up to 8 cores.

Key features include support for up to 128GB of DDR4-2666 ECC/non-ECC memory across four DIMM slots, ensuring reliable data integrity and substantial memory capacity. The board offers comprehensive connectivity with dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, six SATA3 ports, and multiple USB 3.0/2.0 interfaces for versatile storage and peripheral options.

The motherboard excels in expansion capabilities, featuring two PCIe 3.0 x16 slots and two PCIe 3.0 x8 slots, enabling flexible configuration for graphics cards, network adapters, or storage controllers. Advanced management features include IPMI 2.0 with dedicated LAN for remote monitoring and control, plus hardware monitoring for temperature, voltage, and fan speeds.

Unique selling points include Supermicro’s renowned build quality, enterprise-grade reliability in a cost-effective package, and comprehensive BIOS options for fine-tuning performance. The board’s compact ATX form factor makes it ideal for businesses seeking server-class features without the complexity and cost of larger enterprise solutions, making it perfect for file servers, small databases, virtualization hosts, and network appliances.