NTS Elite Command 1U GPU Rack Server Intel Xeon, Gen5 Single-GPU & NVMe Storage

MPN R163-SG2-AAC1
Compact 1U edge server with Intel Xeon performance, single-GPU support, DDR5 memory, and high-speed NVMe storage—ideal for edge AI, inference, and real-time processing

Key capabilities

  • Supports 1 x Dual slot Gen5 GPU
  • Single 5th/4th Gen Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors
  • Single Intel® Xeon® CPU Max Series
  • 8-Channel DDR5 RDIMM, 16 x DIMMs
  • Dual ROM Architecture
  • 4 x 2.5" Gen5 NVMe/SATA/SAS-4 hot-swap bays
  • 8 x 2.5" SATA/SAS-4 hot-swap bays
  • 1 x M.2 slot with PCIe Gen3 x4 interface
  • 1 x FHFL PCIe Gen5 x16 slot for GPUs
  • 1 x FHFL PCIe Gen5 x16 slot
  • 1 x FHHL PCIe Gen5 x16 slot
  • 1 x OCP NIC 3.0 PCIe Gen5 x16 slot
  • 1+1 1300W 80 PLUS Platinum redundant power supplies
Part#: CMDI011U12
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At a glance

Structured summary for architects, buyers, and assistants evaluating this platform.
Compact 1U edge server with Intel Xeon performance, single-GPU support, DDR5 memory, and high-speed NVMe storage—ideal for edge AI, inference, and real-time processing
Buyers use this page to confirm form factor, accelerator and storage options, and contract-ready quoting. Configure CPU, memory, GPU, drives, and networking below; NTS returns a validated BOM with firmware baselines, burn-in evidence, and CLIN-aligned documentation for SEWP V, ITES-4H, GSA, and SLED cooperatives when your program requires them.
Integration is owned end-to-end: rack elevation, power and cooling checks, imaging, and serial-tracked acceptance—so site install is not a first-time assembly. Lifecycle support follows the same staging records used at handoff.
Product
NTS Elite Command 1U GPU Rack Server Intel Xeon, Gen5 Single-GPU & NVMe Storage
Part number
R163-SG2-AAC1
Category
Systems › Rackmount Servers
Form factor
1U rackmount
Typical workloads
AI training, inference, and HPC
Configuration
Engineer-to-order via Configure (CPU, memory, GPU, storage, networking).
Vendor
RackmountNTS (New Tech Solutions, Inc.), Fremont, California, USA.
Facility
ISO-aligned staging, imaging, and burn-in at NTS HQ in Fremont, CA.

NTS Elite Command 1U GPU Rack Server – Intel Xeon, Gen5 Single-GPU & NVMe Storage


The NTS Elite Command 1U GPU Rack Server is an enterprise computing platform designed for high-performance workloads requiring Intel Xeon processing, PCIe Gen5 expansion, single-GPU acceleration, and high-speed NVMe storage. Its compact 1U rackmount design provides a space-efficient solution for data centers, enterprise infrastructure, and GPU-enabled computing environments.
The platform combines server-class processing with support for a compatible single-GPU accelerator and high-speed storage options. Configure the system with supported Intel Xeon processors, memory, GPU, NVMe storage, and networking components to match your application requirements. NTS reviews the selected configuration for component compatibility, power delivery, cooling, firmware, and driver readiness before shipment from Fremont, California.

Technical Capabilities and Configuration


  • 1U Rackmount Design: Compact rackmount platform designed for space-conscious enterprise and data center deployments.
  • Intel Xeon Processing: Server-class Intel Xeon processor platform for enterprise applications, compute workloads, and infrastructure services.
  • Single-GPU Acceleration: Supports a compatible single-GPU configuration for workloads that benefit from hardware acceleration. GPU model and compatibility depend on the selected platform configuration.
  • PCIe Gen5 Expansion: PCIe Gen5 technology provides high-bandwidth connectivity for supported GPU, storage, and expansion components.
  • NVMe Storage: High-speed NVMe storage options support applications requiring fast data access, responsive storage performance, and low-latency data handling.
  • Memory Configuration: Select compatible memory capacity and configuration according to processor and platform support.
  • Networking Options: Configure supported Ethernet connectivity and compatible network adapters to meet bandwidth and infrastructure requirements.
  • System Integration: NTS validates the selected processor, accelerator, storage, power, cooling, firmware, and driver configuration before deployment.

Key Benefits


  • Compact GPU Computing: Combines a 1U rackmount footprint with single-GPU acceleration for supported workloads.
  • High-Speed Expansion: PCIe Gen5 connectivity supports compatible high-bandwidth expansion devices.
  • Fast Storage Performance: NVMe storage options help reduce storage access latency for demanding applications.
  • Enterprise Processing: Intel Xeon processing supports business-critical applications and data center workloads.
  • Space-Efficient Deployment: A 1U form factor helps organizations optimize rack space in enterprise and data center environments.
  • Flexible Configuration: Processor, memory, GPU, storage, and networking options can be selected according to workload requirements.
  • Validated Deployment: NTS performs configuration review and system staging to help ensure hardware and software compatibility before shipment.

Key Applications and Use Cases


AI Inference and Accelerated Computing
Deploy a compatible single-GPU configuration for AI inference, machine learning applications, and accelerated workloads that fit the selected GPU's memory and processing capabilities.
GPU-Accelerated Enterprise Applications
Support applications that benefit from GPU processing, including selected visualization, computational, and engineering workloads.
Media Processing and Rendering
Use compatible GPU acceleration for supported media processing, graphics, and rendering workflows, subject to application and accelerator requirements.
Virtualization and Application Hosting
Run enterprise applications, infrastructure services, and compatible virtualization environments using Intel Xeon processing and configurable memory and storage.
High-Speed Data Processing
Use NVMe storage and PCIe Gen5 connectivity for workloads requiring fast storage access and high-bandwidth component communication.
Edge and Data Center Computing
Deploy compact 1U infrastructure in enterprise data centers, distributed computing environments, and rack-based edge locations where space efficiency is important.
Research and Technical Computing
Support selected scientific, engineering, and compute-intensive applications that can benefit from Intel Xeon processing and compatible GPU acceleration.

GPU Availability and Configuration


The NTS Elite Command 1U GPU Rack Server is positioned for a single-GPU configuration. The supported accelerator must be selected according to the platform's mechanical, electrical, thermal, and PCIe requirements.
Before specifying a GPU, NTS reviews:
  • Supported GPU models and physical dimensions
  • PCIe Gen5 compatibility and available expansion connectivity
  • GPU power requirements and power supply capacity
  • Cooling and airflow requirements within the 1U chassis
  • Operating system, firmware, and accelerator driver compatibility
GPU-intensive applications such as AI training, large-model workloads, and multi-GPU computing should be evaluated against the capabilities of the selected accelerator and platform. A single-GPU system should not be presented as a multi-GPU solution.

Engineer-to-Order Configuration and Validation


NTS Elite Command 1U GPU Rack Server is quoted engineer-to-order by New Tech Solutions (RackMountNTS). Use Configure to select compatible Intel Xeon processors, memory, a supported single-GPU accelerator, NVMe storage, and networking options. NTS reviews the proposed bill of materials (BOM), including PCIe compatibility, power requirements, cooling, firmware, and drivers, before systems are staged and shipped from Fremont, California.
Federal, defense, and SLED programs can align the same BOM to SEWP V, ITES-4H, GSA MAS, or cooperative purchasing vehicles when permitted by the applicable statement of work (SOW). Commercial buyers receive the same engineering review, staging discipline, serial-tracked acceptance, and lifecycle support path after handoff.
Share your workload requirements, target CPU and GPU configuration, memory capacity, NVMe storage requirements, network fabric preference (Ethernet or InfiniBand where applicable), rack power budget, and delivery window through contact NTS or Request a Quote. Our team can return a validated configuration with estimated lead times, sourcing notes when required, and documentation prepared for procurement review.

For related infrastructure planning, explore AI and GPU infrastructure, data center and HPC, BOM validation, and contract vehicles.
After you select compatible options in Configure, pricing updates in real time. Request a Quote to receive a package with configuration details, lead times, sourcing notes when required, and acceptance documentation aligned with your receiving process. Gold SKUs ship as fixed platforms, while configurable SKUs remain engineer-to-order with the same Fremont staging and validation process.
Questions about GPU compatibility, PCIe Gen5 expansion, NVMe storage, networking, cooling, or contract-vehicle packaging can be answered by an NTS specialist using your draft BOM. NTS supports commercial, federal, defense, and SLED buyers through design review, parts validation, assembly, firmware and driver preparation, and ship-ready documentation from its Fremont facility.

Product overview

Highlights and workloads for NTS Elite Command 1U GPU Rack Server Intel Xeon, Gen5 Single-GPU & NVMe Storage.

Overview

Compact 1U edge server with Intel Xeon performance, single-GPU support, DDR5 memory, and high-speed NVMe storage—ideal for edge AI, inference, and real-time processing
Dimensions (WxHxD, mm)1U
438 x 43.5 x 815
MotherboardMSG3-GU0
CPU5th Generation Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors
4th Generation Intel® Xeon® Scalable Processors
Intel® Xeon® CPU Max Series

Single processor, TDP up to 350W
Socket1 x LGA 4677
Socket E
ChipsetIntel® C741
Memory16 x DIMM slots
Support DDR5 RDIMM
8-Channel memory per processor

5th Gen Intel® Xeon®:
Up to 5600 MT/s (1DPC), 4400 MT/s (2DPC) [1]

4th Gen Intel® Xeon®:
Up to 4800 MT/s (1DPC), 4400 MT/s (2DPC)

Intel® Xeon® Max Series:
Up to 4800 MT/s (1DPC), 4400 MT/s (2DPC)

[1] 5600 MT/s support under 2DPC configuration requires verified memory and BIOS setup. Please refer to the QVL for more information.
LANRear:
1 x 10/100/1000 Mbps Management LAN
VideoIntegrated in ASPEED® AST2600
- 1 x Mini-DP
StorageFront hot-swap:
4 x 2.5" Gen5 NVMe/SATA/SAS-4 [1]
8 x 2.5" SATA/SAS-4 [1]

Internal M.2:
1 x M.2 (2280/22110), PCIe Gen3 x4, from PCH

[1] SAS card is required to support SAS drives.
SASRequire SAS add-in cards
RAIDIntel® SATA RAID 0/1/10/5
Onboard VROC key header
PCIe Expansion SlotsRiser Card CRS102B:
- 1 x FHFL x16 (Gen5 x16), for GPUs
- 1 x FHFL x16 (Gen5 x16), occupied when Dual slot GPU is installed

Riser Card CRS101U:
- 1 x FHHL x16 (Gen5 x16)

1 x OCP NIC 3.0 (Gen5 x16)
- Supports NCSI function
Front I/O1 x USB 3.2 Gen1 port (Type-A)
1 x Power button with LED
1 x ID button with LED
1 x Reset button
2 x LAN activity LEDs (disabled)
1 x Storage activity LED
1 x System status LED
Rear I/O2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 ports (Type-A)
1 x Mini-DP
1 x MLAN port
1 x ID LED
Backplane BoardSpeed and bandwidth:
PCIe Gen5 x4 or SATA 6Gb/s or SAS-4 24Gb/s
Security Modules1 x TPM header with SPI interface
- Optional TPM2.0 kit: CTM010
Power Supply[#1]1+1 1300W 80 PLUS Platinum redundant power supplies

AC Input:
- 100-240V~/ 12-7A, 50-60Hz
- 200-240V~/ 8A, 50-60Hz

DC Input: (Only for China)
- 240Vdc/ 6.5A

DC Output:
- Max 1000W/ 100-240V~
+12V/ 80.5A
+12Vsb/ 3A
- Max 1300W/ 200-240V~ or 240Vdc Input
+12V/ 105.4A
+12Vsb/ 3A
System ManagementASPEED® AST2600 Baseboard Management Controller
GIGABYTE Management Console web interface

Dashboard
HTML5 KVM
Sensor Monitor (Voltage, RPM, Temperature, CPU Status …etc.)
Sensor Reading History Data
FRU Information
SEL Log in Linear Storage / Circular Storage Policy
Hardware Inventory
Fan Profile
System Firewall
Power Consumption
Power Control
Advanced power capping
LDAP / AD / RADIUS Support
Backup & Restore Configuration
Remote BIOS/BMC/CPLD Update
Event Log Filter
User Management
Media Redirection Settings
PAM Order Settings
SSL Settings
SMTP Settings
OS CertificationsWindows Server 2022
System Fans8 x 40x40x56mm
Operating PropertiesOperating temperature: 10°C to 35°C
Operating humidity: 8% to 80% (non-condensing)
Non-operating temperature: -40°C to 60°C
Non-operating humidity: 20% to 95% (non-condensing)
WeightNet Weight: 21.14 kg
Gross Weight: 26.14 kg
Packaging Dimensions1043 x 594 x 252 mm
Packaging Content1 x R163-SG2-AAC1
1 x CPU heatsink
1 x Mini-DP to D-Sub cable
1 x GPU power cable (16-pin, 400mm)
3 x Carriers
1 x 2-Section Rail kit
Part Numbers- Barebone package (5th/4th Gen): 6NR163SG2DR000ABC1*
- Barebone package (4th Gen): 6NR163SG2DR000AAC1*
- Motherboard: 9MSG3GU0UR-000*
- 2-Section Rail kit (CMA not supported): 25HB2-3A0206-K0R
- CPU heatsink: 25ST1-4Z3200-S7R
- M.2 heatsink: 12SP2-11000E-00R
- Front panel board - CFP1030: 9CFP1030NR-00*
- Backplane board - CBP10C2: 9CBP10C2NR-00*
- Fan module: 25ST2-40562H-A0R
- Riser card - CRS101U: 9CRS101UNR-00*
- Riser card - CRS102B: 9CRS102BNR-00*
- Mini-DP to D-Sub cable: 25CRN-200801-K1R
- GPU power cable (16-pin, 400mm): 25CRI-400104-Y4R
- Power supply: 25EP0-21300B-F3S

Optional parts:

- 3-Section Rail kit (Supports CMA): 25HB2-A56121-K0R
- Cable Management Arm: 25HB1-R18300-K0R

Build Your Configuration

Processors · memory · storage · networking · power
Select options below — pricing updates in real time as you configure.
  • Real-time pricing
  • SEWP V · ITES-4H quoting
  • U.S. integration & burn-in

Expand each group below to choose options — required fields are marked. Selections update pricing in real time.

Barebone
Processor
Memory
M.2 DRIVE
HARD DRIVE
(Max Quantity: 12)
GPU
CONTROLLER CARD
Battery Backup
NETWORK ADAPTER
(Max Quantity: 3)
Trusted Platform Module
Power Cables
I O Modules Networking
OPERATING SYSTEM
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Why teams choose NTS

Engineer-to-order platforms with U.S. integration, federal contract paths, and workload-aware BOM review — not catalog-only SKUs.

Enterprise GPU rack servers staged for engineer-to-order deployment

Built in the USA

Configuration, burn-in, and rack staging from Fremont, California with nationwide delivery.

Contract-native quoting

ITES-4H, SEWP V, and OMNIA Partners paths with CLIN-ready BOM structure.

Engineer-to-order

Choose CPU, memory, multi-gpu ready, storage, network, and redundant power per workload.

Rack-ready delivery

Serial capture for CMDB, integration validation, and specialist turn-up support.

Solutions & Deployment

Optimized reference architectures, workload deployment patterns, and technical specifications for the NTS Elite Command 1U GPU Rack Server Intel Xeon, Gen5 Single-GPU & NVMe Storage

Platform at a Glance

1U server chassis staged for factory burn-in and rack-ready deployment

1U Chassis

Custom engineer-to-order 1u chassis featuring rigorous factory burn-in, thermal validation, and seamless rack-ready deployment.
Enterprise server PCIe expansion with NICs, HBAs, and accelerator cards

Enterprise Expansion

High-bandwidth PCIe Gen 4/5 expansion slots supporting high-speed NICs, SAS/SATA/NVMe HBAs, and dedicated hardware accelerators.
U.S. integration facility validating server systems for federal and SLED programs

U.S. Integration

Secure U.S.-based configuration, multi-point validation, and compliant logistics tailored for federal, defense, and SLED programs.
Procurement specialist preparing federal and SLED contract quotes

Contract Quoting

Streamlined procurement via ITES-4H, NASA SEWP V, and SLED cooperative contracts with pre-negotiated pricing.

Delivery & Integration Lifecycle

From initial BOM design to production-ready deployment, our dedicated engineering team manages the complete lifecycle of your NTS Elite Command 1U GPU Rack Server Intel Xeon, Gen5 Single-GPU & NVMe Storage.
NTS engineers staging server racks with structured cabling before datacenter deployment
  • Build & Burn-In
    Precision factory assembly, custom firmware baselining, rigorous stress testing, and comprehensive asset documentation prior to shipment.
  • Rack Integration
    Structured cabling, optimized power distribution, and comprehensive in-rack validation aligned with your specific data center standards.
  • Image & Tag
    Custom OS/hypervisor imaging, host-name provisioning, and automated serial/asset tag capture for seamless CMDB and ITAM integration.
  • Deliver & Support
    Secure, coordinated logistics combined with post-delivery engineering support to ensure rapid, hassle-free site turn-up.
  • GPU Readiness
    Cluster networking checks and workload smoke tests before handoff.
GPU server architecture with accelerators, host compute, and high-speed I/O

System Architecture

NTS Elite Command 1U GPU Rack Server Intel Xeon, Gen5 Single-GPU & NVMe Storage is engineer-to-order for Rackmount Servers workloads — built for sustained accelerator duty cycles, in-rack serviceability, and network fabric headroom as your cluster scales.
  • Right-size CPU, memory, and I/O in an engineer-to-order BOM — validated and burn-tested in Fremont before ship
  • Add NICs, HBAs, and accelerators through PCIe expansion without chassis constraints
  • Scale east-west and cluster traffic on 10/25/100GbE-class networking without platform upgrades
  • Match storage latency to workload — NVMe, SAS, or SATA tiers in the same chassis
  • Keep mission workloads online with redundant power and cooling for 24×7 operation
  • Image, monitor, and troubleshoot remotely from day one via IPMI / BMC
Federal procurement specialist reviewing contract compliance documentation alongside secure server integration

Procurement & Compliance

Procure NTS Elite Command 1U GPU Rack Server Intel Xeon, Gen5 Single-GPU & NVMe Storage through SEWP V, ITES-4H, and SLED cooperative contracts. Benefit from CLIN-ready BOM structures, full compliance documentation, and secure delivery coordinated by our Fremont integration specialists.
  • Acquire federal, DoD, and public-sector quotes precisely mapped to your contract CLINs, funding cycles, and periods of performance
  • Access complete Trade Agreements Act (TAA) compliance and country-of-origin documentation for seamless contracting officer approval
  • Streamline agency acquisition reviews with detailed Energy Star ratings and power-efficiency metrics
  • Maintain strict property accountability with pre-captured serial numbers, MAC addresses, and custom asset tags for audit-ready tracking
  • Ensure compliance with FIPS 140-3 and NIST SP 800-53 security standards through pre-award engineering consultations
  • Coordinate secure, scheduled delivery windows directly with your ACO or COR, arriving fully integrated and rack-ready
SEWP V ITES-4H SLED Cooperatives CLIN-ready BOM Fremont, CA
Contract vehicles for this SKU are listed under Available through next to the product image. Explore SEWP V, ITES-4H, GSA, and SLED procurement paths →

Ideal Use Cases

Enterprise deployment scenarios where NTS Elite Command 1U GPU Rack Server Intel Xeon, Gen5 Single-GPU & NVMe Storage delivers optimal price-performance, high reliability, and simplified serviceability.
GPU cluster training large language models at scale in an NTS data center

LLM Training

Fine-tune and train large language models at scale.
Multi-GPU HGX server tray for deep learning training on NTS hardware

Deep Learning

Multi-GPU training for CV, NLP, and GenAI workloads.
High-density HPC compute cluster running scientific simulations on NTS systems

HPC Simulations

Scientific computing and high-density parallel jobs.
NTS GPU server delivering real-time AI inference and batch processing

AI Inference

Real-time inference and batch data processing.
Computer vision lab training and deploying models on NTS GPU servers

Computer Vision

Training and deployment for vision pipelines.
NTS GPU rack powering generative AI, diffusion, LLM serving and RAG infrastructure

Generative AI

Diffusion, LLM serving, and RAG infrastructure.

Common workload profiles

Typical deployment patterns aligned to NTS Elite Command 1U GPU Rack Server Intel Xeon, Gen5 Single-GPU & NVMe Storage capacity, I/O profile, and service tiers.
Multi-node HGX GPU cluster with high-bandwidth fabric and NTS branding for distributed training

Distributed training

Multi-node gradient sync across high-bandwidth GPU fabric.
Open GPU tray and dataset staging with NTS plaque for foundation model fine-tuning

Model fine-tuning

Adapt foundation models on domain-specific datasets.
Dense GPU inference rack with NVMe scratch and NTS branding for batch scoring

Batch inference

High-throughput scoring with optimized batch sizing.
GPU server beside flash array for vector search and embedding retrieval on NTS hardware

Vector search

Embedding indexes and similarity retrieval at scale.
Hybrid HPC and AI GPU chassis with NTS plaque for coupled simulation pipelines

Simulation + AI

Coupled HPC solvers with GPU-accelerated pipelines.
GPU render farm nodes with fast scratch I/O and NTS branding for frame batching

Render farms

Frame batching with fast scratch and asset I/O.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common technical and procurement topics for NTS Elite Command 1U GPU Rack Server Intel Xeon, Gen5 Single-GPU & NVMe Storage. Additional questions are handled by our specialists and knowledge base.

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