Requires multiple PCI-E lanes for a non-standard configuration
Requires multiple PCI-E lanes for a non-standard configuration
Hello, you're looking to refresh your home server with an AMD 6800K setup. You have two x8 LSI HBAs, a 12-drive array, and a PCI-E gen 2 card (LSI 9211-8i). You also have a 100Mbps LAN card and a USB drive for backups. Your plan is to upgrade to an AM4 motherboard with a 3600 or 3700X chipset, keep the two HBAs and LAN card, add a budget graphics card, and replace the Ryzen CPUs. You're worried about PCI-E lane availability. The answer depends on your specific board model—most modern AM4 boards support at least 16 lanes, but ensure your chosen board meets the requirements for your intended components.
It should cover two 8-inch displays. Skipping the X16 GPU allows splitting into two 8-inch units. I suggest a full ATX board with a x470/570 chipset. You won’t need the old LAN card—just use the built-in 1GbE.
You require an additional second-land card for virtualization and a dedicated x1 graphics card.
They match the same PCI-e lane count. For sellers, consider major retailers in Bangladesh. Confirm delivery options directly with them.
Yes, but you don't have to rely on PCIe for the GPU. Twelve drives won't fill even one slot with PCIe 2.0 (4000MB/s) — that's 2400MB/s from 12 x 200MB/s. You also have 16 or two 8-channel slots from the CPU and another 16 from the chipset. Aliexpress.