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Dell 026G78 PowerEdge T130 Motherboard vs Supermicro X11SRA

These are not interchangeable boards. The Dell 026G78 is a proprietary replacement board for a PowerEdge T130, so it only makes sense if you are repairing that exact server. The Supermicro X11SRA is a standard ATX board for a new or upgraded workstation or server build on Xeon W. On features the Supermicro wins clearly: newer platform, 8 DIMM slots, far more memory capacity, three x16 slots, dual M.2 and U.2. The Dell wins only on fit: it drops straight into a T130 with no re-cabling or chassis work.

  • Choose the Dell 026G78 if you are repairing or restoring a PowerEdge T130 and need the exact OEM board to keep the chassis, cabling and backplane as they are.
  • Choose the Supermicro X11SRA if you are building or upgrading a Xeon W workstation or server in a standard ATX case and want modern memory capacity and expansion.

Prices

  • Dell 026G78 PowerEdge T130 Motherboard: $369.02 at Orange Hardwares (last seen Nov 8)
  • Supermicro X11SRA: $506.23 at industrial automation parts (last seen Nov 10)
  • Difference: the Dell 026G78 PowerEdge T130 Motherboard is $137.21 cheaper than the Supermicro X11SRA at the latest prices (Nov 8 and Nov 10)
Dell
026G78 Dell Xeon E3-1200 v5 / Core i3 Single Socket LGA1151 DDR4 SATA SAS PCI-Express Supported Server Motherboard for PowerEdge T130

Dell 026G78 PowerEdge T130 Motherboard

026G78 Dell Xeon E3-1200 v5 / Core i3 Single Socket LGA1151 DDR4 SATA SAS PCI-Express Supported Server Motherboard for PowerEdge T130

$369.02at Orange HardwaresChecked Nov 8
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Pros
  • Exact OEM replacement for a PowerEdge T130
  • Keeps existing chassis, cabling and drive backplane
  • Supports Xeon E3-1200 v5 and Core i3 on LGA1151
  • SATA and SAS drives work through the Dell backplane
Cons
  • Proprietary board; will not fit a standard ATX case
  • Old platform with limited memory capacity and slot count
  • No integrated graphics
  • Refurbished stock; buyers report missing packaging and rare DOA units
Supermicro
X11SRA

Supermicro X11SRA

X11SRA

$506.23at industrial automation partsChecked Nov 10
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Pros
  • Modern Xeon W platform on the C422 chipset
  • 8 DIMM slots, up to 512GB LRDIMM at 2666MHz
  • Three PCIe 3.0 x16 slots plus x4
  • Dual M.2 22110 with RAID and two U.2 ports
  • Standard ATX fit and integrated graphics
Cons
  • Needs a Xeon W CPU, which is a separate and costly part
  • No SAS controller on board; SATA and NVMe only
  • Larger board needs an ATX case with room for a 140W cooler
  • Overkill for a simple file server or light office machine

What separates them

Dell 026G78 PowerEdge T130 MotherboardSupermicro X11SRA
Socket and CPU supportSingle LGA1151 for Xeon E3-1200 v5 and Core i3Single LGA2066 for Xeon W-2100 and W-2200, up to 140W TDP
ChipsetIntel C232-class platform for E3 v5Intel C422, the workstation chipset paired with Xeon W
Memory slots and capacityDDR4, four slots typical of the T130, well under 128GB8 DIMM slots, up to 256GB RDIMM or 512GB LRDIMM at 2666MHz
Expansion slotsPCI-Express slots sized for the T130 chassisThree PCIe 3.0 x16 plus one x4, with SLI support
Storage interfacesSATA and SAS through the T130 backplaneSATA plus two M.2 22110 (RAID 0/1) and two U.2, all PCIe 3.0 x4
Form factor and fitProprietary Dell board, fits the PowerEdge T130 onlyStandard ATX, fits any ATX case or rack chassis
GraphicsNo integrated graphics; server management onlyIntegrated graphics on board
Buying riskRefurbished OEM pulls; buyers report missing retail packaging and occasional DOA partsSold as a current retail board with standard returns

Price history

$421.00$401.81
Nov 3Nov 10
  • Supermicro X11SRA: lowest $401.81 on Nov 10 at PCNation.

Prices at every store

Dell 026G78 PowerEdge T130 Motherboard

  • Orange HardwaresNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $369.02Checked Nov 8
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  • aloinfousa.comNew

    In stockReturn policy

    $621.50Checked Nov 8
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Supermicro X11SRA

  • industrial automation partsNew

    In stock

    $506.23Checked Nov 10
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  • DirectDialNew

    In stock

    $421.00+ $100.00 shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • SabrePC.comNew

    Availability unknown

    $512.97Checked Nov 10
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  • anafrashop.comNew

    Availability unknown

    $517.00Checked Nov 10
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Specs compared

SpecDell 026G78 PowerEdge T130 MotherboardSupermicro X11SRA
Motherboard Socket Type—LGA2066 Socket
Motherboard Chipset—Intel C422
Motherboard Form Factor—ATX
Motherboard Model—X11SRA, X11SRA-RF
Form Factor—ATX
Manufacturer—Supermicro
Socket Type—LGA2066
CPU Compatibility—Intel Xeon Processor W Family, Intel Xeon Proce…
Motherboard Compatibility—ATX
RAM Type—DDR4
RAM Maximum Capacity—512GB (Registered ECC LRDIMM)
RAM Speed—2666MHz
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SpecDell 026G78 PowerEdge T130 MotherboardSupermicro X11SRA
RAM Number Of Slots—8 DIMM slots
RAM ECC Support—Yes
CPU Manufacturer—Intel
CPU Model—Xeon W-2200 Processors, Xeon W-2100 Processors
CPU Series—Xeon W
CPU For Use With—Server
Discrete Graphics—No
Integrated Graphics—Yes
GPU Type—Integrated
Multi Card Support

Questions and answers

Can I put the Dell 026G78 in a normal ATX case?
No. It is a proprietary board shaped for the PowerEdge T130 chassis, with Dell-specific mounting and cabling. For a standard case, the Supermicro X11SRA is the one that fits.
Which board is better for a home lab?
The Supermicro X11SRA. It takes standard ATX cases, has 8 DIMM slots, three x16 slots and dual M.2, so you can grow it. The Dell only makes sense if you already own a T130.
Which lasts longer?
The Supermicro is a current retail board with a newer platform and more headroom, so it stays useful longer. The Dell is a refurbished OEM pull for a server Dell no longer sells new.
Do I need a separate CPU for each?
Yes. The Dell takes a Xeon E3-1200 v5 or Core i3 on LGA1151. The Supermicro takes a Xeon W-2100 or W-2200 on LGA2066. Neither ships with a processor.
Is the Supermicro worth stepping up to?
If you are building rather than repairing, yes. You get more memory capacity, more PCIe lanes, M.2 and U.2 storage, and integrated graphics. If you are fixing a T130, the Dell is the only drop-in option.
Does the Supermicro support SAS drives?
Not directly. It has SATA and PCIe storage through M.2 and U.2. SAS drives need a separate host bus adapter. The Dell board works with SAS through the T130 backplane.

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