I acquired an Evga classified SR-2 model.
I acquired an Evga classified SR-2 model.
For those unfamiliar, the EVGA Classified SR-2 stands out as the sole overclockable dual socket LGA1366 board available. It's one of the most unique motherboards you'll find, with only a single listing online asking for $1800. (Alternatively, you could check AliExpress for around $486 from a laptop parts wholesaler.) I currently have two Xeon X5690 processors in my R710, paired with 96GB of ECC 1333mhz RAM—the maximum supported by the board. This setup allows me to assemble the most powerful LGA1366 system ever, though the motherboard is in poor condition. Most front panel connectors, including USB and fan headers, are bent, and one CPU pin is also damaged. (I acquired it from MITERS, a lab from MIT, where they repurposed it as a decorative door.) I plan to test it further, but if it fails, I'd be happy to send it to Linus or someone for repair here: https://imgur.com/a/RRU1nIj