AsRock GENOA2D16NQM3-2Q Dual Socket SP5 EEB Server Motherboard

Overview

The AsRock GENOA2D16NQM3-2Q is a dual-socket SP5 (LGA 6096) EEB server motherboard built for rack-mounted compute deployments where socket density and board rigidity matter. GENOA2D16NQM3-2Q (often searched as GENOA2D16NQM3 2Q) targets integrators building or refreshing rack servers who need a full-size EEB platform sized for dual-CPU configurations. At 20.20 x 17.20 x 18.80 in and 5.30 lb, this is a full EEB-class board — confirm chassis tray depth and standoff layout before ordering, since dual-socket EEB boards run larger than standard ATX server boards and won't fit every 1U/2U chassis without an EEB-rated tray.

Key Features

• Dual Socket SP5 (LGA 6096): supports two SP5-socketed processors on one board, the platform basis for high-core-count rack compute where consolidating workloads onto fewer physical nodes reduces rack unit count and cabling overhead.
• EEB Form Factor: the extended EEB footprint (20.20 x 17.20 x 18.80 in shipping dimensions) gives dual-socket layouts room for CPU sockets, memory channels, and expansion slots without the routing compromises common on shrunk-down dual-socket boards — plan rack chassis selection around EEB tray compatibility.
• 5.30 lb Board Weight: useful for shipping and integration planning when building out multiple rack nodes at once.
• Country of Origin — China: relevant for procurement teams tracking supply chain origin on federal, state, or compliance-driven purchase orders.

Integration & Compatibility

As a dual SP5 EEB board, the GENOA2D16NQM3-2Q is intended for rack server chassis and enclosures built to accept EEB-sized motherboards with dual-socket standoff patterns. Verify chassis depth, PSU backplane alignment, and rail kit compatibility before commissioning — EEB boards frequently require a chassis specifically rated for the extended footprint rather than a standard ATX/E-ATX rack tray. Pair with a rack-rated chassis and redundant power supply sized for dual-socket SP5 thermal and power draw once those specifications are confirmed for your build.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What socket does the GENOA2D16NQM3-2Q use?

A: It uses a dual Socket SP5 (LGA 6096) configuration, supporting two SP5 processors on a single EEB board.

Q: What are the board dimensions and weight?

A: The GENOA2D16NQM3-2Q ships at 20.20 x 17.20 x 18.80 in and weighs 5.30 lb.

Q: Where is the GENOA2D16NQM3-2Q manufactured?

A: Country of origin is listed as China (CN).

Q: Will the GENOA2D16NQM3-2Q fit a standard ATX server chassis?

A: No — it is an EEB form factor board, which requires a chassis or rack tray rated for EEB dimensions rather than standard ATX or E-ATX.

James Everett

The GENOA2D16NQM3-2Q is a dual Socket SP5 (LGA 6096) EEB board, and the socket count is really the whole story on the spec sheet I have in front of me — this is a board for teams standardizing on dual-CPU rack nodes, not a generalist pick.

Technical Highlights:

• Dual Socket SP5 (LGA 6096): two-CPU support on one board consolidates compute density per rack unit versus single-socket alternatives.
• EEB Form Factor at 20.20 x 17.20 x 18.80 in: the larger footprint is the tradeoff for dual-socket routing room — measure your chassis tray before you commit rack space to this board.
• 5.30 lb Board Weight: factor this into per-node shipping and rack build-out planning when provisioning multiple units.

Deployment Considerations:

• Confirm your chassis is EEB-rated before ordering — this board will not drop into a standard ATX or E-ATX rack tray.
• The datasheet on hand doesn't specify memory channels, expansion slots, or BMC networking, so confirm those details against the manufacturer's current documentation before finalizing a build-out.

Right fit for integrators standardizing a rack refresh on dual-socket SP5 compute who already have EEB-rated chassis on hand; if your rack chassis is limited to standard ATX/E-ATX depth, resolve that fit question before ordering the GENOA2D16NQM3-2Q.