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Supermicro

Supermicro MBD-X12SCZ-F--O server motherboard LGA 1200 DDR4 2933 128GB

SKU CH-4VVH-4R83P MPN MBD-X12SCZ-F--O

ATX server board for 10th-gen Intel Core and Xeon W-1200 CPUs, four DDR4-2933 slots up to 128 GB ECC, dual gigabit LAN, IPMI video, and M.2 plus SATA RAID

  • CPU Socket TypeLGA 1200
  • CPU TypeSupports 10th Generation Intel Core i9/Core i7/Corei5/Corei3
  • North BridgeIntel W480
  • Number of DDR4 Slots4 x 288-pin
  • DDR4 StandardDDR4 2933
  • Maximum Memory SupportedUp to 128GB Unbuffered ECC/non-ECC UDIMM, DDR4-2933MHz, in 4
  • Supports 10th Gen Intel Core and Xeon W-1200 CPUs for versatile performance
  • Four DDR4 slots accept up to 128GB ECC or non-ECC memory at 2933MHz
  • Dual Intel Gigabit LAN controllers provide redundant network connectivity
  • M.2 M-Key and E-Key slots enable fast storage and wireless add-in cards
  • Micro-ATX form factor fits compact server chassis while retaining expansion slots

Server board for Xeon W-1200 and 10th-gen Core

The Supermicro MBD-X12SCZ-F--O is a Micro ATX server motherboard built around the Intel W480 chipset and LGA 1200 socket. It supports Xeon W-1200 processors and 10th-generation Intel Core i9, i7, i5, i3, Pentium and Celeron CPUs up to 125W TDP. The board targets small business servers, workstations and edge deployments that need ECC memory support and dual gigabit LAN in a compact form factor.

Installation notes and common issues

The board fits standard Micro ATX mounting points and uses a 24-pin ATX plus 8-pin EPS power connector layout. Four 288-pin DDR4 slots accept unbuffered ECC or non-ECC UDIMMs at 2933 MHz for a maximum of 128GB. Builders sometimes forget to enable ECC in the BIOS after populating all four slots, and the single PCIe 3.0 x16 slot shares bandwidth with the M.2 M-key slot when both are populated.

Compatibility checklist before ordering

Verify that your chassis accepts Micro ATX dimensions and provides adequate airflow for a 125W CPU cooler. Confirm the power supply delivers an 8-pin EPS connector for the CPU. Ensure any M.2 storage uses the M-key 2280 or 22110 form factor for the primary slot or E-key 2230 for the CNVi slot. The rear I/O includes two DisplayPort++, one DVI-D and one VGA driven by the Aspeed AST2500 controller, so no discrete GPU is required for basic display output.

Highlights

  • Supports 10th Gen Intel Core and Xeon W-1200 CPUs for versatile performance
  • Four DDR4 slots accept up to 128GB ECC or non-ECC memory at 2933MHz
  • Dual Intel Gigabit LAN controllers provide redundant network connectivity
  • M.2 M-Key and E-Key slots enable fast storage and wireless add-in cards
  • Micro-ATX form factor fits compact server chassis while retaining expansion slots

Specifications

BrandSUPERMICRO
ModelMBD-X12SCZ-F--O
CPU Socket TypeLGA 1200
CPU TypeSupports 10th Generation Intel Core i9/Core i7/Corei5/Corei3/Pentium/Celeron Processor, Intel Xeon W-1200 Processors
North BridgeIntel W480
Number of DDR4 Slots4 x 288-pin
DDR4 StandardDDR4 2933
Maximum Memory SupportedUp to 128GB Unbuffered ECC/non-ECC UDIMM, DDR4-2933MHz, in 4 DIMM slots
PCI Express 3.0 x161
PCI Express x41 x PCI Express 3.0 x4 (in x8 slot), 1 x PCI Express 3.0 x4
SATA4 x SATA 6.0Gb/s
SATA RAID0/1/5/10
M.21 M.2 M-Key SATA/PCI-E 3.0 x4, 2280/22110
1 M.2 E-Key CNVi/PCI-E 3.0 x1, 2230
Onboard Video ChipsetAspeed AST2500
LAN ChipsetIntel I219-LM
LAN Speed10/100/1000Mbps
Second LAN ChipsetIntel I210-AT
Second LAN Speed10/100/1000Mbps
Back I/O Ports2 x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet LAN ports
6 x USB 2.0 ports (6 via headers)
6 x USB 3.2 Gen2 ports (4 Rear Type A, 2 via headers)
1 x VGA D-Sub Connector port, 2 x DP++(Dual-Mode DisplayPort) ports, 1 x DVI - D port
2 x COM Port (1 header)
1 x TPM Header & Chip both
Form FactorMicro ATX
Dimensions (W x L)9.6" x 9.6"
Shipping weight0.84 kg
Package size287 × 275 × 56 mm

Questions about this item

How can I confirm the Aspeed AST2500 onboard video is working after setup?

Connect a monitor to the VGA D-Sub, DP++ or DVI-D port; if the BIOS splash screen appears and the IPMI interface responds over the dedicated management LAN, the AST2500 is functioning.

What comes in the box with the MBD-X12SCZ-F--O and what must I source separately?

The board ships with an I/O shield and SATA cables; you must supply a LGA 1200 CPU, up to 128 GB of DDR4-2933 UDIMM modules, storage drives and a Micro-ATX compatible chassis with power supply.

Should I choose a Core i9, Xeon W-1200 or another LGA 1200 CPU for this W480 board?

Any 10th-generation Core i9, i7, i5, i3, Pentium or Celeron plus Xeon W-1200 processors up to 125 W TDP are supported; pick based on core count, ECC memory need and workload rather than model name alone.

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