Tyan GK05052020 CTO AMD EPYC 7551P Server Platform

Overview

The Tyan GK05052020 is a configure-to-order (CTO) server platform built around AMD EPYC 7551P processor support. It ships as a base unit for integrators and IT teams who need to specify memory, storage, and networking to match a specific workload rather than buy a fixed-configuration box. At 220 lb and 34.84 x 17.24 x 1.71 in (L x W x H), the GK05052020 is sized and weighted as a rack-mount chassis — plan rack rail capacity and lift assistance accordingly before scheduling install.

Key Features

• CTO configuration model: Because the GK05052020 is sold as configure-to-order, you control the memory, drive, and card loadout instead of inheriting a fixed bill of materials — useful when a workload has specific RAM-per-core or storage-tier requirements.
• AMD EPYC 7551P platform support: Built for the EPYC 7551P, a single-socket processor line aimed at consolidating multi-socket workloads onto one CPU — relevant if the deployment goal is reducing socket count for licensing or power reasons.
• 220 lb system weight: Confirm rack rail and floor loading before install — this is a heavier platform than a typical 1-2U appliance and may require two people or a lift for mounting.
• 34.84 x 17.24 x 1.71 in footprint: The 1.71 in height places this in low-profile rack unit territory — verify rack depth (34.84 in) clears cabinet obstructions like PDUs or cable managers before ordering.

Integration & Compatibility

Specific compatibility details — supported memory types and capacity, drive bay count and interface, expansion slots, networking, and management controller — are not confirmed in current documentation for the GK05052020. Confirm exact configuration options and compatible components before finalizing a build-out.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What processor does the Tyan GK05052020 support?

A: The GK05052020 is configured for the AMD EPYC 7551P processor.

Q: Is the GK05052020 a complete server or a configure-to-order platform?

A: It is sold as configure-to-order (CTO) — the base platform is specified with additional components (memory, storage, networking) to match your workload.

Q: How much does the Tyan GK05052020 weigh, and what are its dimensions?

A: It weighs 220 lb with dimensions of 34.84 x 17.24 x 1.71 in (L x W x H).

Q: What rack space does the GK05052020 require?

A: At 1.71 in in height, it fits a low-profile rack unit footprint; confirm exact rack unit sizing and rail compatibility before ordering given its 34.84 in depth.

Marty Allison

The GK05052020 crossed my bench as a CTO platform spec'd for AMD EPYC 7551P — worth flagging up front that the documentation I have doesn't give me memory, drive bay, or NIC details, so treat this as a chassis-and-CPU-platform conversation until we lock a full bill of materials.

Technical Highlights:

• AMD EPYC 7551P support: single-socket EPYC platform — the usual reason to spec this over a dual-socket board is consolidating cores onto one CPU to simplify licensing math on core-based software.
• 220 lb system weight: heavier than a typical 1-2U box — budget for a rack lift or a two-person install, not a solo mount.
• 34.84 x 17.24 x 1.71 in chassis: the 1.71 in height reads as a low-profile rack unit, but at nearly 35 in of depth, measure your cabinet before it ships — deep PDUs or cable arms are a common collision point.

Deployment Considerations:

• Because this is CTO, don't assume any RAM, drives, or add-in cards are in the box — get the full configuration confirmed line by line before it's on the truck.
• The gap in my evidence here is real: I don't have confirmed slot count, drive bay layout, or BMC/management details for the GK05052020, so I'm not going to guess at those and risk speccing your build wrong.

Right platform if you already know you want single-socket EPYC 7551P and are building the rest of the configuration around it — get the full BOM finalized before committing to a rack plan.