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MSI Introduces Server Platforms with AMD EPYC™ 4005 Processors for SMB Workloads

Today, MSI announced a lineup of entry-level servers and server motherboards powered by AMD EPYC™ 4005 Series Processors. Featuring up to 16 cores based on the ‘Zen 5’ architecture, these platforms deliver the performance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness that small businesses, new business owners, and system integrators need to build reliable infrastructure, all within limited IT budgets and space footprints. “We see this launch as a way to make enterprise-grade compute more accessible to smaller organizations,” said Danny Hsu, General Manager of MSI’s Enterprise Platform Solutions. “By pairing AMD EPYC 4005 Series Processors with MSI’s proven hardware design, we’re delivering practical, scalable server solutions built for real-world business scenarios—from private cloud and storage to web hosting and office IT systems.” “The new AMD EPYC 4005 Series processors deliver the performance and capabilities our customers need at a price point that makes ownership more attractive and attainable,” said Derek Dicker, corporate vice president, Enterprise and HPC Business Group, AMD. “We’re enabling businesses to own their computing infrastructure at an economical price, while providing the performance, security features and efficiency modern workloads demand.” Mainstream Servers for SMB Infrastructure MSI’s S1102-01 and S1102-02 1U servers each support a single AMD EPYC 4005 Series Processor and are designed for cost-efficient deployments in compact IT environments. Both models offer 4 DDR5 DIMM slots (2DPC), supporting speeds up to 5600MT/s, two 10GBase-T ports, one PCIe 4.0 x16 slot, six SATA bays, and two PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 slots. S1102-01 features air cooling (up to 105W TDP) with (1+1) 450W redundant PSUs, while S1102-02 supports liquid cooling (up to 170W TDP) with (1+1) 600W redundant PSUs. Server Motherboards for Diverse Business Use MSI’s D3050, D3051, and D3052 server motherboards also support single AMD EPYC 4005 Series Processors and share a common foundation with four DDR5 DIMM slots (2DPC, up to 5600MT/s), six SATA ports, PCIe 5.0 x16 connectivity, and ATX power compatibility. Each board is tailored for different network requirements: D3050 offers quad 1GbE ports for entry-level applications; D3051 supports up to dual 10GBase-T for higher throughput; and D3052 features dual 25G SFP28 for bandwidth-intensive workloads. Select models offer variations in M.2 lane configurations and additional PCIe slot options, enabling flexible integration across use cases such as private cloud, backup servers, email, object storage, web hosting, and SOHO environments.

MSI Powers AI’s Next Leap at Japan IT Week Spring 2025

Tokyo, Japan – April 23, 2025 – MSI, a leading global provider of high-performance server solutions, is bringing AI-driven innovation to Japan IT Week Spring 2025 at Booth #21-2 with high-performance server platforms built for next-generation AI and cloud computing workloads. MSI’s NVIDIA MGX™ AI Servers deliver modular GPU-accelerated computing to optimize AI training and inference, while the Core Compute line of Multi-Node Servers maximize compute density and efficiency for AI inference and cloud service provider workloads. MSI’s Open Compute line of ORv3 Servers enhance scalability and thermal efficiency in hyperscale AI deployments. MSI’s Enterprise Servers provide balanced compute, storage, and networking for seamless AI workloads across cloud and edge. With deep expertise in system integration and AI-driven infrastructure, MSI is advancing the next generation of intelligent computing solutions to power AI’s next leap. "AI’s advancement hinges on performance efficiency, compute density, and workload scalability. MSI’s server platforms are engineered to accelerate model training, optimize inference, and maximize resource utilization—ensuring enterprises have the processing power to turn AI potential into real-world impact," said Danny Hsu, General Manager of MSI Enterprise Platform Solutions. High-Performance Compute for AI, HPC, & Frontend Web Server MSI introduces a portfolio of AI-optimized server platforms engineered for scalable AI model training, high-performance computing (HPC), and data-intensive workloads. Designed to maximize compute density, accelerate AI workflows, and enhance data throughput, these platforms provide next-generation performance and scalability for modern AI deployments. While all three solutions are built to enhance performance, each caters to distinct workload intensities and deployment scales: CG480-S5063 NVIDIA MGX AI Server – A 4U high-density AI server optimized for GPU-accelerated AI training, deep learning, and large language models (LLMs). Powered by dual Intel® Xeon® 6 processors, it supports up to 8 FHFL dual-width GPU slots with a 2:8:5 CPU:GPU:NIC switched topology for high-speed data movement. Featuring 32 DDR5 DIMM slots (up to 8TB RAM), 20 PCIe 5.0 E1.S NVMe bays, and PCIe switches, this platform delivers ultra-high memory bandwidth and low-latency storage for large-scale AI workloads. CD270-S3061-X4 Multi-Node Server – A 2U 4-node Intel Xeon 6 processor-based Core Compute platform tailored for high density datacenter and cloud service provider deployments. Each node features 16 DDR5 DIMM slots and 3 PCIe 5.0 U.2 NVMe bays, maximizing memory bandwidth and compute efficiency for typical cloud service provider workloads. Its high-density multi-node architecture delivers cost-effective scalability while optimizing thermal efficiency and power utilization. CD281-S4051-X2 ORv3 2OU 2-Node Server – Designed for hyperscale compute infrastructure, this AMD EPYC™ 9005 Series CPU-Based server is purpose-built for OCP-Optimized compute environments. Each node integrates 12 DDR5 DIMM slots and 12 PCIe 5.0 E3.S NVMe bays, ensuring high-density storage, massive memory bandwidth, and seamless data throughput. Built on the ORv3 modular standard, this platform enables scalable, power-efficient deployments in next-generation data centers. Enterprise Platforms for Mission-Critical Workloads MSI delivers high-performance server solutions designed for enterprise IT, cloud infrastructure, and data-intensive enterprise applications. Built on the latest Intel Xeon 6 and AMD EPYC 9005 Series processors with DC-MHS architecture, they offer modular design, enhanced system management, and seamless scalability, ensuring long-term flexibility and operational efficiency for modern enterprise deployments. CX270-S5062: A 2U dual-socket Intel Xeon 6 processor-powered server designed for compute-heavy enterprise workloads. With 32 DDR5 DIMM slots and up to 24 PCIe 5.0 U.2 NVMe bays, it maximizes memory bandwidth and storage throughput, making it ideal for virtualization, database processing, and high-performance applications. CX271-S3066: A 2U single-socket Intel Xeon 6 processor-based server featuring 16 DDR5 DIMM slots and up to 24 NVMe bays. Designed for cost-effective scalability, this platform supports 136 PCIe lanes, making it a strong choice for enterprise storage, virtualization, and general-purpose workloads. CX171-S4056: A 1U single-socket AMD EPYC 9005 Series CPU-based server, optimized for high-density compute and cloud-native applications. Equipped with 24 DDR5 DIMM slots and 12 all-NVMe U.2 bays, it delivers low-latency storage and efficient workload consolidation, ideal for cloud services and high-speed transactional processing. Supporting Resources: Watch the MSI 4U MGX AI platform, powered by NVIDIA accelerated computing, deliver the performance you need for tomorrow’s AI workloads.