DFI ICX610-C621A Server Grade Motherboard
Brand: DFI
Processor Support: 3rd Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processor Family
Form Factor: ATX
Key Features
- DDR4: Supports 8 ECC-RDIMM up to 512GB
- 10GbE Networking: Dual 10 Gigabit Ethernet ports
- IPMI: Onboard IPMI ⚙️ for Out-of-Band Remote Management
- Expansion: 3x PCIe x16 Gen4, 2x PCIe x8 Gen4 slots, 1x M.2 M key
- Rich I/O: Dual Intel GbE, Dual COM ports, Dedicated IPMI port, 6x USB 3.1 Gen1, 5x USB 2.0
Motherboard Layout Overview
The ICX610-C621A motherboard features a comprehensive layout designed for server-grade performance. Key components and connectors are strategically placed:
- CPU Area: LGA 4189 socket for the Intel® Xeon® Scalable processor, surrounded by CPU Fan header and 12V ATX CPU Power connectors.
- Memory Slots: Eight DDR4 RDIMM slots are positioned for high-capacity memory configurations.
- Expansion Slots: Multiple PCIe slots (including PCIe x16 Gen4 and PCIe x8 Gen4) are available for add-in cards.
- Storage: SATA 3.0 ports and an M.2 M key slot provide storage connectivity.
- Networking: Dual 10GbE LAN ports and dual GbE LAN ports (including a dedicated IPMI LAN) are present.
- Rear I/O: Includes VGA, COM ports, USB 3.1 Gen1, USB 2.0 ports, and LAN connectors.
- Internal Headers: Various headers for front panel audio, USB, COM ports, system fans, and DIO are located on the board.
Block Diagram and Connectivity
The system architecture is centered around the Intel® LGA 4189 Ice Lake Server Processor and the Intel® C621A Chipset, interconnected via DMI 3.0. The processor directly supports eight channels of DDR4 ECC RDIMM memory and multiple PCIe Gen4 lanes for high-speed expansion slots. The Intel® C621A Chipset manages various peripherals and I/O functions, including:
- Storage: Multiple SATA 3.0 ports and an M.2 2280 M key slot (SATA/PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe).
- Networking: Integrated Intel® I210AT (1GbE) and Intel® X550-AT2 (10GbE) controllers, along with a dedicated IPMI LAN controller (RTL8211F).
- USB: Multiple USB 3.1 Gen1 and USB 2.0 ports, including a vertical Type A connector.
- Audio: Realtek ALC888S High Definition Audio codec.
- Management: BMC AST2500 for system management and monitoring.
- Security: Infineon TPM 2.0 module.
- Other Interfaces: LPC, SPI, SMBus, and DIO interfaces are also present.
Mechanical Specifications
The motherboard adheres to the standard ATX form factor, measuring 305mm (12 inches) in length and 244mm (9.6 inches) in width. The PCB thickness is 1.6mm, with a maximum height of 37.34mm for top-side components.
Specifications
| Category | Detail |
|---|---|
| SYSTEM | Processor: 3rd Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processor Family, LGA 4189 (Socket P+), TDP up to 205W. Lists various Intel® Xeon® Gold and Silver models. |
| Chipset: Intel® C621A Chipset | |
| Memory: 8 x 288-pin ECC-RDIMM up to 512GB, Single Channel DDR4 up to 3200 MHz | |
| BIOS: Insyde SPI 128Mbit | |
| Controller: BMC AST2500 | |
| Display: 1 x VGA | |
| Single Display Interface: VGA: resolution up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz | |
| GRAPHICS | VGA |
| EXPANSION | 3 x PCIe x16 Gen4 slot (#1/#3/#5), 3 x PCIe x8 Gen4 slot (#2/#4/#6). Note: PCIe#1#2 can auto-detect as (x16/0) or (x8/x8). Note: PCIe x8 slot is OPEN edge. |
| 1 x M.2 2280 M key (SATA/PCIe Gen3 x4 NVMe) | |
| AUDIO | Audio Codec: ALC888S |
| ETHERNET | Controller: 2 x Intel® I210AT PCIe (10/100/1000Mbps), 2 x Intel® X550-AT2 PCIe (10Gbps) |
| REAR I/O | Ethernet: 2 x GbE (RJ-45), 2 x 10GbE (RJ-45) |
| Serial: 1 x RS-232 (DB-9) | |
| USB: 4 x USB 3.1 Gen1 (w/ RJ45 + USB 3.1 stack), 2 x USB 2.0 (w/ RJ45 + USB 2.0 stack) | |
| Display: 1 x VGA (DB-15) | |
| USB: 2 x USB 3.1 Gen1, 2 x USB 2.0, 1 x USB 2.0 Vertical Type A | |
| Serial: 1 x RS-232 (2x5-pin) | |
| Audio: 1 x Front Audio Header | |
| SATA: 6 x SATA 3.0 (up to 6Gb/s), RAID 0/1/5/10 | |
| INTERNAL I/O | LPC: 1 x LPC |
| DIO: 1 x 16-bit DIO | |
| SMBus: 1 x SMBus | |
| WATCHDOG TIMER | Output & Interval: System Reset, Programmable via Software from 1 to 255 Seconds |
| SECURITY | TPM: Infineon TPM2.0 |
| POWER | Type: ATX |
| Connector: 8-pin ATX 12V CPU power, 24-pin ATX power | |
| Consumption: TBD | |
| OS SUPPORT | Battery: CR2032 Coin Cell |
| Windows: Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSB RS5(64-bit), Windows Server 2019 | |
| Linux: Ubuntu 20.04 | |
| ENVIRONMENT | Temperature: Operating: 0 to 55°C, Storage: -40 to 85°C |
| Humidity: Operating: 5 to 90% RH, Non-condensing, Storage: 5 to 90% RH, Non-condensing | |
| MECHANISM | MTBF: TBD |
| Dimensions: ATX Form Factor 305mm (12") x 244mm (9.6") | |
| Height: PCB: 1.6mm, Top Side: 37.34mm | |
| STANDARDS AND CERTIFICATIONS | Certifications: CE, FCC, RoHS, UKCA |
Ordering Information
| Model Name | P/N | 10GbE | 1GbE | IPMI | VGA | COM | USB 3.1 Gen1 | USB 2.0 | Temperature |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICX610-C621A | 770-ICX6101-000G | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 0 to 55°C |
| ICX610-C621A | 770-ICX6101-100G | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 0 to 55°C |
| ICX610-C621A | 770-ICX6101-200G | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 0 to 55°C |
| ICX610-C621A | 770-ICX6101-300G | 0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 5 | 0 to 55°C |
| ICX610-C621A | 770-ICX6101-400G | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 6 | 5 | 0 to 55°C |
Packing List
- 1 x ICX610-C621A Motherboard (P/N: 770-ICX6101-000G)
- 1 x M.2 screw (P/N: A32-112016-041G)
- 1 x M.2 standoff (P/N: A33-725019-090G)
- 1 x IO Shield (P/N: A49-ICX610-000G)
- 1 x Serial ATA data cable (Length: 500mm) (P/N: 332-553001-005G)
Optional Items
- USB 2.0 port cable (Length: 350mm) (P/N: A81-001066-016G)
- USB 3.1 Gen1 cable (Length: 320mm) (P/N: A81-001052-023G)
- Serial ATA data cable (Length: 500mm) (P/N: 332-553001-005G)
- 2U CPU cooler, LGA 4189 (113 x 84 x 71.6mm) (P/N: A71-101141-000G)
- 4U CPU cooler, LGA 4189 (116.7 x 92.5 x 125.5mm) (P/N: A71-101142-000G)
