Supermicro X14 SuperBlade 8U — Scale-Out Xeon 6 Compute Fabric
Up to twenty CPU nodes per chassis for scale-out HPC and cloud-native compute.
We help you choose, configure, and deliver the right system — no obligation.
Configuration at a Glance
Tailored per engagement. Full technical overview below.
Configuration Options
Core specifications for this system. Every component is configurable to your workload — request a quote for a tailored build.
Dual Intel Xeon 6 (P-core or E-core) per blade
Up to 32 DDR5 DIMMs per node
Per-node NVMe / SATA / SAS (configurable)
Overview
The 8U X14 SuperBlade is a high-density scale-out platform holding up to 20 dual-processor Intel Xeon 6 nodes that share power, cooling, and integrated switching. Nexus Compute specifies, integrates, and tests the full chassis as a single fabric, delivered warranty-backed through authorized Supermicro channels.
Who This Solution Is For
Business Benefits
Rack-scale core density
Up to 120 dual-processor servers per 48U rack consolidate massive CPU capacity into minimal floor space.
Shared-fabric simplicity
Integrated switching and pooled power reduce cabling and management overhead across all nodes.
Modular scale-out
Hot-swap nodes let operators grow the cluster incrementally without re-architecting the rack.
Typical Business Use Cases
Tightly-coupled HPC and scientific simulation
Cloud-native and container platforms at scale
Distributed databases and in-memory analytics
Multi-tenant compute consolidation
Industry Applications
Technical Overview
The 8U X14 SuperBlade enclosure hosts up to 20 hot-swap dual-socket blades, each with Intel Xeon 6 P- or E-core processors and up to 32 DDR5 DIMMs, sharing redundant Titanium power and integrated Ethernet switching. InfiniBand HCAs and optional direct-to-chip liquid cooling support tightly-coupled, high-throughput scale-out workloads.
| CPU | Dual Intel Xeon 6 (P-core or E-core) per blade |
| Memory | Up to 32 DDR5 DIMMs per node |
| Form Factor | 8U SuperBlade enclosure, up to 20 hot-swap nodes |
| Networking/Fabric | Integrated 25/100GbE switches; 200G/400G InfiniBand HCAs |
| Storage | Per-node NVMe / SATA / SAS (configurable) |
| Cooling | Air or optional direct-to-chip liquid cooling |
| Power | Up to 8× 2200W Titanium, shared/redundant |
| Management | Chassis Management Module, IPMI / Redfish |
| Warranty | Manufacturer-backed via authorized channels |
Specifications are indicative and configured to each engagement. Request a quote for a configuration tailored to your requirements.
Warranty, Support & Fulfillment
Every system ships from an authorized channel, configured and tested, with the documentation enterprise buyers need — backed by warranty and a dedicated account team.
Enterprise Warranty
Full manufacturer warranty with optional on-site, next-business-day support and extended coverage.
Authorized Channel
Sourced through Tier-1 distribution and OEM partners — never grey market. Asset & warranty records included.
Lead Time & Deployment
48-hour quotes, then configured, burn-in tested, and delivered on a committed schedule.
Nationwide Fulfillment
Coordinated logistics, rack-and-stack, and delivery wherever your infrastructure lives.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cores can one rack deliver?
With up to 120 dual-socket Xeon 6 nodes per 48U rack the platform reaches many thousands of cores; we size node count and CPU SKU to your workload and power budget.
Is this suited to MPI / tightly-coupled HPC?
Yes — InfiniBand HCAs on the blades provide the low-latency fabric MPI workloads need, and the shared chassis simplifies scale-out. We configure the interconnect to your cluster design.
How does it differ from the GPU SuperBlade?
This configuration maximizes dual-socket CPU node count for scale-out compute, whereas the GPU SuperBlade prioritizes accelerators per blade. We help match the chassis to your workload mix.
Hardware Assistance
Configure the Supermicro X14 SuperBlade 8U — Scale-Out Xeon 6 Compute Fabric with Nexus Compute
Tell us your requirements and a hardware specialist will help you specify, configure, and quote the right system — typically within two business days. No obligation.