Supermicro RSC-G2FR-A66 Riser Sc218 Cse-218

Overview

The Supermicro Riser Sc218 Cse-218 (part number RSC-G2FR-A66) is a high-performance riser card designed to expand the connectivity of server motherboards that support the SC218 form factor. Engineered for dense data center environments, this riser provides reliable, low-latency pathways for PCIe devices while maintaining optimal airflow and thermal management.

Key Features

• Supports up to four full length PCIe x16 slots for GPUs, network adapters or storage controllers
• PCI Express 4.0 compliance with backward compatibility to PCIe 3.0
• Optimized signal integrity with advanced routing and shielding
• Compact low-profile design that fits standard 1U and 2U chassis
• Integrated power delivery for stable operation of high draw devices
• Hot-swap capable for minimal service interruption

Technical Specifications

• Form factor: SC218 (CSE-218) compatible
• PCIe slots: 4 x PCIe x16 (full length)
• PCIe version: 4.0 / 3.0
• Lane configuration: 64 lanes total, configurable as needed
• Power connectors: 8-pin and 6-pin auxiliary power inputs
• Operating temperature: 0 to 55 degrees Celsius
• Dimensions: 120 mm (height) x 65 mm (width) x 30 mm (depth)
• Weight: approximately 150 grams

Applications

• High-performance computing clusters that require multiple GPUs for AI or scientific workloads
• Enterprise servers needing additional network bandwidth via dual port 100 GbE adapters
• Storage arrays that use NVMe over PCIe for ultra-fast data access
• Virtualization platforms where GPU passthrough enhances VM performance
• Edge computing devices that demand a compact yet powerful expansion solution

This riser card delivers the flexibility and speed needed to meet demanding workloads while preserving valuable rack space, making it an ideal upgrade for modern server infrastructures.