Intel

Intel DBS1200V3RPL Micro ATX Server Motherboard

3.5 (2 reviews)

Build Your First Server: Intel Server Board DBS1200V3RPL The Intel Server Board S1200V3RP family is designed for small and medium businesses looking for a cost-effective and reliable server solution. Supporting the Intel Xeon processor E3 v3 product family, this micro ATX motherboard offers a si...

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Overview

Build Your First Server: Intel Server Board DBS1200V3RPL

The Intel Server Board S1200V3RP family is designed for small and medium businesses looking for a cost-effective and reliable server solution. Supporting the Intel Xeon processor E3 v3 product family, this micro ATX motherboard offers a simple setup and upgrade path, making it an ideal foundation for your first server.

Specifications:

  • Form Factor: Micro ATX
  • Processor Support: Intel Xeon processor E3 v3 family
  • Target Use: Entry-level server for small and medium businesses

Key Features

Supports one Intel Xeon processor E3 v3 product family

Four memory sockets, unbuffered

SSI uATX form factor

Supports Intel Server Management

Dual Gigabit Ethernet

Specifications

Processor Support
One Intel Xeon processor E3 v3 product family
Memory Sockets
Four
Memory Type
Unbuffered
Form Factor
SSI uATX
Management Support
Intel Server Management
Network Ports
Dual Gigabit Ethernet

Pros & Cons

👍 Pros

  • Supports one Intel Xeon processor E3 v3 product family, providing a solid foundation for server performance.
  • Features four unbuffered memory sockets, allowing for flexible memory configurations and upgrades.
  • Designed in an SSI uATX form factor, which is suitable for compact server chassis.
  • Includes support for Intel Server Management, simplifying system monitoring and administration.
  • Equipped with Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports, offering redundant network connectivity or increased bandwidth.

👎 Cons

  • Only supports one Intel Xeon processor, limiting scalability compared to dual-socket server motherboards.
  • The E3 v3 product family is an older generation, which may not offer the latest features or power efficiency of newer processors.
  • "Unbuffered memory" implies it does not support Registered ECC memory, which is commonly used in higher-end server environments for enhanced stability.
  • Details on specific chipsets, PCIe slot configurations, or storage interfaces are not provided, which are crucial for server builds.
  • The SSI uATX form factor might restrict the number of expansion cards or drives that can be installed compared to larger server boards.

Frequently Asked Questions

This motherboard supports one Intel Xeon processor E3 v3 product family.
The Intel DBS1200V3RPL motherboard features four unbuffered memory sockets.
This motherboard comes in an SSI uATX form factor, suitable for compact server builds.
The product description specifies "unbuffered memory sockets," which typically means it supports unbuffered ECC memory but not registered ECC memory.
It is equipped with Dual Gigabit Ethernet ports for reliable network connections.
The motherboard includes support for Intel Server Management, aiding in system monitoring and administration.
No, this motherboard supports only one Intel Xeon processor, limiting its use for multi-processor, high-density server configurations.