- How many M.2 drives can it hold?
- Four M.2 drives, each on its own PCIe 4.0 x4 link. The slots take 2260, 2280 and 22110 length drives with M-Key.
- Which CPUs does it support?
- Intel third-generation Xeon Scalable processors on the LGA 4189 socket. Check Supermicro's CPU support list before buying, since not every SKU is validated.
- Will it fit my case?
- It is extended ATX, so you need a case that lists E-ATX support. Many mid-tower cases will not fit it.
- Does it need a special cooler?
- Yes. LGA 4189 uses a different mounting pattern from consumer sockets, so you need a server cooler made for that socket.
- Is it good for a gaming PC?
- It works, but it is built for servers and workstations. It lacks audio and Wi-Fi, and consumer boards give more for less in a gaming build.
- What memory does it take?
- Registered DDR4 ECC memory in its DIMM slots. Use Supermicro's validated memory list to avoid boot problems.
- Where is the SUPERMICRO MBD-X12SPA-TF-O Extended ATX Server Motherboard cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $1,020.00, as of our latest check.