AVADirect Now Offers Custom Rackmount Workstation & Rack Cabinet Configurations

Sept. 17, 2012 - PRLog -- Within the past year, Intel has set new standards for industry performance through various sockets and chipsets, both available in desktop or notebook configuration. Now, AVADirect offers a unique solution through their rackmount workstation configurations, perfect for enterprise, educational, and studio environments. AVADirect offers four different chipsets, each with the offering of 3U & 4U rackmount form-factors, SLI/Crossfire support, RAID capabilities, and a selection of different rackmount case brands. Each chipset offers a plethora of expansion capabilties, outlined below. While all configurations offer similar customization, particular differences are as follows.



Intel C206: Xeon E3 - Socket 1155

·         Up to 32GB DDR3-1600 ECC unbuffered or non-ECC memory


Intel Z77: Ivy Bridge - Socket 1155


·         Up to 32GB DDR3-2800 dual-channel memory


Intel X79: SAndy Bridge-E - Socket 2011

·         Up to 64GB DDR3-2400 quad-channel memory

·         4U: Up to 8 SATA hard drives or SSD drives w/ optional hot-swap capability

·         3U: Up to 6 SATA hard drives or SSD drives w/ optional hot-swap capability


Intel C602: Xeon E5 - Socket 2011

·         Up to 2 Intel® Xeon E5-2600 series socket 2011 eight-core, six-core or quad-core processors

·         Up to 256GB DDR3-2133 ECC Registered memory

·         4U: Up to 10 SATA hard drives or SSD drives w/ optional hot-swap capability

·         3U: Up to 6 SATA hard drives or SSD drives w/ optional hot-swap capability


To assist customers in streamlining solutions further, AVADirect also offers a selection of rack cabinet enclosures. A total of four difference sizes (7U. 10U, 14U, 20U) are currently listed on AVADirect.com and will allow individuals to choose the best option based on their needs. While sizes are different, each enclosure shares the following similar properties.



·         Universal Fit Most of Rackmount Chassis and Equipment

·         Front Security Locks to Prevent Unauthorized Access to Equipment and Data

·         Horizontal Adjustable Mounting Rails to Ensure the Best Fit of Rack-mount Chassis

·         Vented Doors Provide Maximum Air Flow

·         Removable Side Panels for Easy Access

·         Tapped Mounting Holes (M5 size) for Audio/Video Equipment

·         Locking Mechanism Design on Casters

·         Equipped with Casters and Feet

·         660 lb load capacity

AVADirect rackmount workstations and rack cabinet enclosure configurations are available for sale immediately. AVADirect will continue to update their offerings as new hardware is released, continuing to consistently offer and update their website with the latest and greatest technology to date.