Asus IPMI Expansion Card-SI Motherboard

The ASUS IPMI Expansion Card-SI is an add-in component designed to provide comprehensive remote management capabilities for compatible systems. It is built around the ASPEED AST2600A3 chipset, which functions as a dedicated Baseboard Management Controller (BMC). This hardware enables out-of-band management, giving administrators access to monitor and control system hardware independently of the host processor or operating system. This functionality facilitates remote diagnostics, power cycling, and firmware updates without requiring physical access to the machine.

The card interfaces with a motherboard via a PCI Express x1 Gen 3 slot, ensuring sufficient bandwidth for its management tasks. A dedicated 1GbE Ethernet port is included to isolate management traffic from the primary network interface, which can enhance security and reliability. The card also grants access to system sensor data, allowing for real-time monitoring of temperatures, voltages, and fan speeds. This feature set is integral for maintaining system health and stability in server or workstation environments where uptime is critical.

• Utilizes the ASPEED AST2600A3 management chipset
• Provides out-of-band management for IPMI architectures
• Features a dedicated 1GbE Ethernet controller
• Includes one RJ-45 port for remote network access
• Installs into a PCI Express x1 Gen 3 slot