What is this motherboard? i cant find a model number - and my gaming ideas?!
What is this motherboard? i cant find a model number - and my gaming ideas?!
I’m working with a gaming PC built on an Xeon architecture (dual 2680 v1, paired with GTX 1060 6GB). I already own some server components like DDR3 RAM modules, several X79 Xeons (2690 and 2×2680), a couple of V2 X79 Xeons, cooling solutions, and two cases that support EATX. Recently, I discovered a Foxconn C602 LGA2011 motherboard for sale at £23. My goal was to assemble a budget gaming rig—maximizing CPU performance with two QPI support, 32GB DDR3 RAM, a decent GPU, and using a USB hub plus a sound card. Since the board only has one PCIe-E slot (others removed per photos), I’m unsure if it fits my setup. I’m considering whether it can run a V2 CPU and what speeds are supported. I also want to know if it works with an EVGA 750 BQ or an 80+ BRONZE 750W PSU. I’ve tried contacting sellers on eBay and AliExpress, but they seem reluctant to provide details. Do you know this board? What CPU models are compatible? What memory speeds can it handle? Is there any mention of its support for the latest E5-26 series CPUs?
Foxconn Pangu-G C602,It's not X79. And it's possible that it's not made by Foxconn at all. There are a lot of generic C602 boards on the market now days. There are a lot of Russians who buy and test those boards,so they should know better than most of us,here is data collected by one of them: In English:
I discovered limited details about it, but it appears compatible with Intel Xeon E5-26xx series and Xeon E5-26xx v2, specifically Sandy and Ivy Bridge. https://ark.intel.com/content/www/us/en/...-blade-1-1 Remember that this is the official support list, actual board compatibility could vary.
Hey everyone, thanks for your support! I'm trying to find a good balance between performance and cost without breaking the bank. The V2 Xeons with 4GHz turbo, specifically the E5 2667 v2, seem like a solid pick. I can get two for around £130-140. It looks like the video you mentioned is helpful—Thomas Stöberl shared some insights about using a single 2667 v2 to boost GPU usage and avoid bottlenecks. Would you be interested in hearing more about my testing plans this weekend?
I decided to give it a try on the board. The power came through (LEDs lit up on the motherboard), but there was no video output and the fans didn’t start. There were no beeps or any other signals. The PSU I used was the best I had: EVGA 700 80+ BRONZE 700W. It only had one 8-pin connector for the CPU, while the motherboard required two 8-pin connectors. I tried fitting a six-pin adapter into another 8-pin slot on my board, but it didn’t work. Was this lack of power the reason for the boot failure? I only tested one CPU at a time because I couldn’t find a matching pair. I’m planning to look for compatible pairs over the weekend and might need a new PSU. I’ve ordered a 2*8-pin EVGA SuperNOVA G5 850W Modular Power just in case. Other things to note: Test 1 – CPU slot 1, E5-2609v2, two sticks SK Hynix 8GB 2Rx4 PC3l, closest slot to CPU. Test 2 – CPU slot 2, same specs, closest slot. Test 3 – CPU slot 1, E5-2690v1, two sticks SK Hynix 8GB 2Rx4 PC3l. Test 4 – CPU slot 2, same specs, closest slot. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. I should have realized I’m not an IT professional—I’m just an enthusiast building PCs, which is a hobby.
If the system doesn’t include a native GPU, you’ll require a separate one. Xeons lack integrated GPUs.
This connection won't work because the connector type doesn't match. Make sure you use an 8-pin EPS for the CPU1_8PIN socket. Your board's reference images should guide you correctly.