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Please note that ITAD Store’s Centurion branch will be closed for financial year-end stocktaking from Wednesday, 11 March until Saturday, 14 March. All orders placed by Tuesday at midnight will still be packed and shipped the following morning. During this period: No in-store collections will be available No walk-in customers can be assisted Online orders can still be placed during this time. All new orders will be processed, shipped, or made available for collection again from Monday, 16 March.
SuperMicro 938-16 3U Rackmount Server – 16 SFF – 8 x Xeon E5-2695 V2 – 32GB Per Node – 256GB DDR3 – 8 x 1TB SATA – MegaRAID AOC-53908L – Intel 82580 – 2 x 1620 Watts – Refurb

SuperMicro 938-16 3U Rackmount Server – 16 SFF – 8 x Xeon E5-2695 V2 – 32GB Per Node – 256GB DDR3 – 8 x 1TB SATA – MegaRAID AOC-53908L – Intel 82580 – 2 x 1620 Watts – Refurb

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The SuperMicro 938-16 is a high-density 8-node 3U rackmount server designed for compute-intensive enterprise workloads. Each node is powered by an Intel Xeon E5-2695 V2 processor with 12 cores and 24 threads, delivering exceptional performance for virtualization, HPC clusters, and database operations.

With a total of 256GB DDR3 ECC Registered memory (32GB per node) and 8 x 1TB SATA 6Gbps hard drives, this system ensures stable, high-throughput performance across all workloads. Featuring the MegaRAID AOC-53908L RAID controller, Intel 82580 Gigabit Ethernet, and dual 1620W Platinum-level redundant power supplies, this refurbished unit provides enterprise-grade reliability, scalability, and energy efficiency for demanding IT environments.

✔ Key Features & Benefits

✔ High-Density Compute Architecture – Houses 8 independent server nodes within a compact 3U chassis, maximizing data center efficiency.
✔ Powerful Multi-Core Performance – 8 × Intel Xeon E5-2695 V2 CPUs (12 cores / 24 threads each) deliver exceptional parallel processing.
✔ Reliable Memory Performance – 256GB DDR3 ECC Registered RAM (32GB per node) ensures data integrity and stability under continuous workloads.
✔ Balanced Storage Configuration – 8 × 1TB SATA drives (1 per node) offer scalability for virtualized, storage, or analytics environments.
✔ Enterprise-Grade Data Protection – MegaRAID AOC-53908L RAID controller ensures redundancy and optimized I/O performance.
✔ Resilient Power & Cooling Design – Dual 1620W Platinum-level redundant PSUs and heavy-duty cooling fans ensure consistent uptime.
✔ Simplified Remote Management – IPMI 2.0 with KVM-over-LAN provides convenient monitoring and control from anywhere.
✔ Reliable Network Connectivity – Intel 82580 Gigabit Ethernet supports robust communication for distributed or clustered systems.

✔ Ideal Uses

✔ Virtualization and Private Cloud Clusters – Multi-node compute architecture ideal for high-density VM hosting.
✔ High-Performance Computing (HPC) – Delivers scalable CPU performance for complex calculations and simulations.
✔ Enterprise Database Management – Reliable platform for distributed SQL and analytical databases.
✔ Research, Engineering, and Education Facilities – Cost-effective compute power for labs and technical environments.

✔ Specifications

✔ Condition: Refurbished device with scratches and scuffs. Device has been extensively tested and is fully functional.
✔ Form Factor: 3U Rackmount Server
✔ Brand: SuperMicro
✔ Model: 938-16 (SuperServer SYS-5038ML-H8TRF – 8 Nodes)
✔ Motherboard: Super X10SLD-F (per node)
✔ Processors: 8 × Intel Xeon E5-2695 V2 – 12 Cores / 24 Threads each – 30MB Cache – 2.4GHz Base / 3.2GHz Turbo
✔ Memory: 256GB DDR3 ECC Registered (32GB per node / 8 nodes total)
✔ Storage: 8 × 1TB SATA 6Gbps HDDs (1 per node)
✔ Chipset: Intel C224 PCH
✔ Expansion Slots (per node): 1 × PCI-E 3.0 x8 Low-Profile
✔ RAID Controller: MegaRAID AOC-53908L
✔ Networking: Intel 82580 Gigabit Ethernet – 2 × RJ45 LAN + 1 × Dedicated IPMI Port (per node)
✔ Graphics: ASPEED AST2400 (BMC Controller with VGA Support)
✔ I/O Ports (per node): VGA, COM, 2 × USB 2.0, LAN, IPMI
✔ Cooling: 4 × 8cm Heavy-Duty Fans with Air Shrouds
✔ Power Supply: 2 × 1620W Redundant (1+1) Platinum Level PSUs (94% Efficiency)
✔ Management: IPMI 2.0 with KVM and Virtual Media over LAN
✔ Chassis Dimensions (W × H × D): 438.4 mm × 132.5 mm × 589 mm
✔ Weight: 75 kg
✔ Compliance: RoHS Compliant

✔ Warranty: 6 Month Carry-in Warranty
✔ What’s in the Box: Server with 8 nodes, 8 CPUs, 256GB RAM (32GB per node), 8 × 1TB SATA drives, MegaRAID card, dual 1620W PSUs, Power Cable