ASUS RS720QN-E11-RS24U 2U Server: 4 Independent Nodes, Each with 1x NVIDIA Grace CPU Superchip (144 Cores, 480GB LPDDR5X, 1 TB/s), 6x NVMe, 2x PCIe 5.0, OCP 3.0, and Liquid/Air Cooling

ASUS RS720QN-E11-RS24U: 2U4N High-Density Server with NVIDIA Grace CPU Superchip

Product Overview

The ASUS RS720QN-E11-RS24U is a groundbreaking 2U4N (four independent nodes in 2U chassis) high-density server powered by the NVIDIA Grace CPU Superchip, designed specifically for high-performance computing (HPC), cloud computing, and data-intensive workloads . This Arm-based server platform delivers exceptional compute density with up to 144 Arm Neoverse V9 cores per node, optimized for modern data center environments requiring maximum performance per watt and per rack unit .

The innovative 2U4N form factor houses four independent Grace Superchip nodes within a standard 2U chassis, enabling organizations to pack up to 576 Arm cores and 1.92TB of LPDDR5X memory in a single rack unit. Designed with both direct-liquid cooling (DLC) and air-cooling support, the RS720QN-E11-RS24U provides flexible deployment options for diverse data center thermal management strategies .

Key Performance Capabilities

NVIDIA Grace CPU Superchip Architecture

At the heart of each node lies the NVIDIA Grace CPU Superchip, a technological breakthrough for Arm-based server computing :

• 144 Arm Neoverse V9 cores per node (72 cores per die, two dies via NVLink-C2C)

• NVIDIA NVLink-C2C interconnect: 900 GB/s coherent interface between CPU dies (7x faster than PCIe 5.0)

• SVE2 (Scalable Vector Extension) support: Optimized for HPC and AI workloads

• SystemReady Arm认证: Certified for seamless interoperability with mainstream OS and enterprise ecosystems

• Total system cores: Up to 576 Arm cores in 2U (4 nodes × 144 cores)

LPDDR5X Memory Architecture (Per Node)

The Grace Superchip features an industry-advanced LPDDR5X memory subsystem co-packaged with the CPU :

Storage Configuration

The RS720QN-E11-RS24U offers flexible storage options shared across four nodes:

PCIe 5.0 Expansion (Per Node)

Each node provides dedicated high-speed expansion capabilities :

Networking (Per Node)

Graphics and Management

• Integrated Graphics: ASPEED AST2600 with 64MB VRAM per node

• Remote Management: Onboard ASUS ASMB11-iKVM for KVM-over-IP

• Management Software: ASUS Control Center Enterprise IT management platform

• Redfish API Support: For automated data center management

• Security: Hardware-level Root-of-Trust solution for secure, centralized management

• Arm SystemReady认证: Ensures compatibility with standard OS and enterprise ecosystems

Advanced Cooling Solutions

The RS720QN-E11-RS24U supports both direct-liquid cooling (DLC) and traditional air cooling, providing flexible deployment options :

Direct-Liquid Cooling (DLC)

• Purpose-built design: Integrated cold plate compatibility for efficient heat removal

• Higher TDP support: Enables optimal performance of 500W Grace Superchip modules

• Improved PUE: Liquid cooling reduces Power Usage Effectiveness, lowering operational costs

• Higher rack density: Allows more compute capacity per rack

Air Cooling

• Midplane fan design: Uses high-efficiency system fans for better power consumption characteristics

• Tool-less maintenance: Easy access for fan module replacement

• Operational temperature range: Supports standard data center environments

System-Wide Features

High Power Efficiency

• Power Supplies: 2+0 or 1+1 redundant hot-swap configurations

• Power Options: 3000W or 3600W 80 PLUS Titanium power supply units

• Power Efficiency: Titanium certification ensures optimal energy efficiency (up to 96%)

• Total System Power: 500W per node (CPU + memory), 2,000W fully configured

Physical Specifications

Operating Environment

Key Applications

High-Performance Computing (HPC)

With up to 576 Arm Neoverse V9 cores in 2U, 1 TB/s memory bandwidth per node, and SVE2 vector extensions, the RS720QN-E11-RS24U excels at scientific simulations, computational chemistry, weather modeling, and genomic research .

Cloud Computing and Hyperscale Infrastructure

The Arm SystemReady certification ensures seamless integration with mainstream Linux distributions and cloud platforms . The 2U4N architecture delivers exceptional virtual machine density for cloud service providers and hyperscale environments .

AI Inference and Data Analytics

The combination of 144 cores, 1 TB/s memory bandwidth, and PCIe 5.0 expansion enables efficient AI inference, large-scale data analytics, and machine learning workloads. Support for NVIDIA BlueField-3 DPUs provides additional acceleration for data-intensive applications .

Digital Twins and Modeling

The Grace Superchip's memory bandwidth advantage (1 TB/s, double that of traditional DDR5) is ideal for memory-bandwidth-bound applications including digital twin simulation, computational fluid dynamics, and structural analysis .

Energy-Efficient Data Centers

At just 500W total power consumption per node (CPU + memory), the Grace Superchip delivers 2x the performance per watt compared to traditional architectures, making this platform ideal for organizations prioritizing energy efficiency and sustainability .

Detailed Technical Specifications

Why Choose ASUS RS720QN-E11-RS24U?

Conclusion

The ASUS RS720QN-E11-RS24U represents a paradigm shift in high-density server design, combining four independent NVIDIA Grace CPU Superchip nodes in a standard 2U form factor. With 144 Arm Neoverse V9 cores per node, 480GB of LPDDR5X memory delivering 1 TB/s bandwidth (2x traditional DDR5), 900 GB/s NVLink-C2C interconnect (7x faster than PCIe 5.0), and industry-leading 2x performance per watt, this server delivers exceptional compute density for HPC, cloud computing, data analytics, and digital twin workloads .

The platform's flexible cooling architecture supports both direct-liquid cooling (DLC) and traditional air cooling, enabling deployment in any data center environment while supporting the 500W TDP Grace Superchip modules . With 24 front NVMe bays, 8 M.2 Gen5 slots, up to 2 PCIe 5.0 expansion slots per node, OCP 3.0 networking, enterprise-grade management (ASMB11-iKVM with AST2600), and Arm SystemReady certification, this server provides exceptional performance, scalability, and operational efficiency .

Backed by 80 PLUS Titanium redundant power supplies, hardware-level Root-of-Trust security, and ASUS's proven server reliability, the RS720QN-E11-RS24U is the ideal choice for organizations seeking a future-proof, energy-efficient, high-density Arm-based server platform for next-generation HPC and cloud data center environments.