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Supermicro X13SWA-TF
P/N: MBD-X13SWA-TF
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Technical Specifications Product
| Weight | 3 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 43 × 35 × 10 cm |
| Country of manufacture | China, Taiwan |
| Manufacturer's warranty (years) | 1 |
| Model | X13SWA-TF |
| Memory type | DDR5 LRDIMM, DDR5 RDIMM |
| Maximum memory capacity | 512GB, 1TB, 2TB, 4TB |
| Processors on a motherboard | 1 |
| Length (cm) | 43 |
| Width (cm) | 35 |
| Weight (kg) | 3 |
| Socket | LGA 4677 |
| Chipset | Intel W790 |
| Max Supported CPU TDP (W) | 385 |
| Number of DIMM Slots | 16 |
| Number of LAN Ports | 2 |
| Integrated LAN Controller | 1x 10Gb/s (Marvell AQC113), 1x 1Gb/s (Intel I210-AT) |
| Form Factor | E-ATX |
| Integrated RAID Controller | ASPEED AST2600 |
Product description
Supermicro X13SWA-TF – Ultimate W790 Workstation Motherboard for Intel Xeon W-3400/2400 with PCIe 5.0 and 10GbE
The Supermicro X13SWA-TF is a flagship E-ATX motherboard engineered for the Intel W790 chipset, designed to unleash the full potential of Intel Xeon W-3400 and W-2400 series processors (Sapphire Rapids). Supporting up to 60 cores and a TDP of 385W, this platform is the definitive choice for high-end content creation, VFX pipelines, complex engineering simulation (CAD/CAE), and AI development. It bridges the gap between desktop usability and server-grade reliability, offering massive expansion capabilities for multi-GPU setups and ultra-fast NVMe storage.
With a robust 16-slot memory layout, the board supports up to 4TB of DDR5 ECC 3DS RDIMM memory when paired with Xeon W-3400 CPUs (8-channel architecture), or up to 2TB with W-2400 CPUs (4-channel architecture). This ensures maximum bandwidth and stability for memory-intensive applications, running at speeds up to 4800 MT/s (1DPC) for responsive multitasking and sustained 24/7 workloads.
Uncompromised PCIe 5.0 Expansion
Unlike many competing W790 boards, the X13SWA-TF maximizes I/O throughput by offering six physical PCIe 5.0 x16 slots. This configuration is critical for professional workstations requiring multiple high-performance GPUs, FPGA accelerators, or ultra-high-bandwidth network cards (100/200GbE). The layout is optimized to prevent bottlenecks, ensuring that compute resources have full access to the CPU’s PCIe lanes.
Next-Generation Storage Architecture
Storage performance is paramount for 8K video editing and massive dataset processing. The motherboard provides a comprehensive storage solution:
- 4 × M.2 PCIe 5.0 x4 slots: Ready for the fastest NVMe SSDs available, ideal for OS booting, scratching, and active project files (supports 2280/22110 form factors).
- 2 × U.2 ports (PCIe 3.0): Allows for high-capacity enterprise SSD integration.
- SATA Support: Includes onboard RAID 0/1/5/10 for reliable mass storage arrays.
Professional Connectivity and Remote Management
The X13SWA-TF is equipped with dual networking options to suit modern studio environments: a 10GbE port (Marvell AQC113C) for high-speed NAS access and a standard 1GbE port (Intel I210-AT) for general connectivity. Uniquely for a workstation board, it includes an ASPEED BMC controller, providing true server-class remote management via IPMI and KVM-over-IP. This allows IT administrators to monitor system health, update firmware, and troubleshoot issues remotely, eliminating the need for physical access.
Thermal Design and Power Delivery
Designed to handle the extreme power demands of overclockable Xeon W processors, the VRM is built to sustain up to 385W TDP workloads. The E-ATX form factor allows for better component spacing and cooling efficiency. The board also features extensive telemetry and PWM fan headers, enabling precise thermal tuning to keep the system quiet during long render sessions or simulation runs.
Recommended Configurations
- VFX & Rendering Node: Xeon W-3495X, 512GB DDR5, 4x NVMe Gen5 SSDs, and multiple pro-grade GPUs.
- Deep Learning Station: Xeon W-3400 series, 1TB+ Memory, Multi-GPU setup for training models.
- Engineering & CAD: Xeon W-2400 series, 128GB-256GB Memory, fast single-core performance, and redundant storage.
Key Specifications
- Socket/Chipset: LGA4677 / Intel W790
- Processor Support: Intel Xeon W-3400 & W-2400 (up to 60 cores)
- Memory: 16 × DDR5 DIMM slots (ECC RDIMM/3DS), up to 4TB capacity
- Expansion Slots: 6 × PCIe 5.0 x16
- Storage: 4 × M.2 Gen5 x4, 2 × U.2, 8 × SATA 6Gb/s
- Networking: 1 × 10GbE (Marvell), 1 × 1GbE (Intel)
- Management: IPMI 2.0 with KVM-over-IP (VGA output)
- Form Factor: E-ATX (12″ x 13″)
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Overview and Analysis of the Supermicro X13SWA-TF Motherboard
The Supermicro X13SWA-TF is an uncompromising, premium-class single-socket E-ATX motherboard created specifically for building high-performance workstations based on the LGA 4677 socket. The platform is built on the advanced Intel W790 chipset and designed to unlock the full potential of the latest Intel Xeon W-3400 and W-2400 series processors. It offers colossal expansion capabilities, massive memory subsystem bandwidth, and support for ultra-fast interfaces for the most demanding professionals.
This motherboard is hardware-optimized and intended for the following resource-intensive tasks:
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML): A large number of available PCIe 5.0 lanes from the processor allows for the installation of up to four high-performance graphics accelerators (GPUs) simultaneously for the rapid training of complex neural networks.
- 3D Rendering and Animation: Support for flagship processors with a massive core count and a TDP of up to 385W ensures minimal calculation time for complex 3D scenes and visual effects (VFX).
- Engineering Modeling and CAD/CAM: The integration of up to 4 TB of high-speed RAM allows loading gigantic projects and blueprints into memory without delays or system stuttering.
- Scientific and Mathematical Computing: The ultra-powerful processor power delivery subsystem guarantees stable operation under extreme and prolonged compute loads in a 24/7 environment.
Comparative Table of Technical Specifications
Below is a comparison of the Supermicro X13SWA-TF with its closest direct competitors on the Intel W790 chipset (LGA 4677 platform).
| Model | Form Factor | Max Processors | Chipset | Memory Type | Max RAM* | LAN Ports | TDP (W) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Supermicro X13SWA-TF | E-ATX | 1 | Intel W790 | 16x DDR5 LRDIMM/RDIMM | 2TB/4TB | 1x 1Gb/s 1x 10Gb/s |
385 |
| Gigabyte MW53-HP0 | ATX | 1 | Intel W790 | 8x DDR5 RDIMM | 512GB/2TB | 2x 2.5Gb/s | 385 |
| Gigabyte MW83-RP0 | CEB | 1 | Intel W790 | 8x DDR5 RDIMM | 512GB/2TB | 2x 10Gb/s | 385 |
*RAM — Random Access Memory.
Analysis of Supermicro X13SWA-TF Strengths
Based on the technical specifications, we can highlight the absolute advantages of the Supermicro X13SWA-TF compared to its Gigabyte competitors on the same socket:
- Unprecedented memory subsystem: The main and undeniable advantage of this board is the presence of 16 RAM slots, allowing the installation of up to 4 TB of DDR5 modules (including LRDIMM). Its closest competitors are limited to only 8 slots and a maximum capacity of 2 TB. In professional tasks requiring the loading of massive datasets (simulations, heavy rendering), this twofold superiority is a decisive factor in overall system performance.
- E-ATX form factor superiority: Unlike the ATX (Gigabyte MW53-HP0) and CEB (Gigabyte MW83-RP0) standards, the full-size E-ATX format of the Supermicro provides significantly more physical space. This allows accommodating a reinforced power delivery system for 385W processors, ensuring proper spacing between PCIe slots for the installation of multiple massive graphics cards, and guaranteeing effective heat dissipation during peak loads.
- Optimized network flexibility: The motherboard offers a hybrid out-of-the-box network port configuration (one standard 1GbE and one high-speed 10GbE). This is the ideal balance for workstations: the 10 Gbps port can be used to instantly download heavy projects from network-attached storage, while the Gigabit port handles standard internet or corporate network connections.
- Support for LRDIMM modules: Official support for Load-Reduced DIMMs (LRDIMM) makes it possible to achieve absolute stability when populating all 16 slots with ultra-high-capacity modules, significantly reducing the electrical load on the processor’s memory controller.
Conclusion
The Supermicro X13SWA-TF is the absolute leader for building top-tier workstations based on the LGA 4677 platform. It vastly outperforms competing solutions thanks to the doubled number of RAM slots (supporting up to 4 TB of RAM) and the spacious E-ATX form factor, which is perfectly suited for stable heat dissipation from 385W processors and the installation of multiple flagship GPUs. This motherboard is the uncompromising choice for professionals who require maximum performance, supreme reliability, and unlimited scaling capabilities for working with the most complex graphics and neural networks.
Product FAQ
The board features a massive LGA 4677 socket and is built on the specialized Intel W790 chipset. It is designed specifically for creating ultra-powerful workstations and supports advanced Intel Xeon W-3400 and W-2400 series processors with a Thermal Design Power (TDP) of up to 385W.
This model possesses phenomenal memory scaling capabilities. It features 16 DIMM slots that allow you to install DDR5 server memory (supporting RDIMM and LRDIMM modules) with a staggering total capacity of up to 4 TB. This is an ideal choice for projects that require loading massive datasets into RAM.
The motherboard is designed in the full-size E-ATX form factor (330 x 305 mm). Due to its increased dimensions, it will not fit into most standard home cases. To build a workstation, you will need a spacious Full-Tower case or a server chassis that officially supports the E-ATX standard.
The Intel W790 platform provides a vast number of available high-speed PCIe 5.0 lanes. The board’s thoughtful architecture allows you to install up to four modern dual-slot graphics accelerators simultaneously at full speed, making it an excellent foundation for AI-based computing and complex rendering.
The motherboard offers a hybrid and highly convenient out-of-the-box network configuration: one ultra-fast 10 Gigabit Ethernet (10GbE) port for exchanging heavy projects with network-attached storage (NAS) and one standard Gigabit port (1GbE) for connecting to a local network or the internet.
No, this model is an uncompromising single-socket (1S) solution. However, thanks to the support for flagship Xeon W series chips that feature dozens of compute cores, this system can deliver performance that vastly exceeds many dual-processor builds of previous generations.
Top-tier processors with a TDP of up to 385W generate an enormous amount of heat. For stable system operation, you will need high-performance cooling (a specialized air super-cooler for workstations or a powerful liquid cooling system) with mounting hardware strictly compatible with the LGA 4677 socket.
Yes, the board is fully ready to work with the fastest drives on the market. It features M.2 slots supporting the latest PCIe 5.0 interface. This guarantees maximum bandwidth for the storage subsystem, eliminating delays when loading the operating system and heavy professional software.
The Supermicro X13SWA-TF is an elite foundation for High-End Desktop (HEDT) / Workstation builds. It is perfectly suited for professionals working with artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML), complex 3D rendering and animation, ultra-high-definition (8K) video editing, and designing in heavy engineering software suites (CAD/CAM).
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