AIC SB407-VA: High-Density 4U Storage Server Designed for Heavy-Duty Data Demands

AIC has introduced the SB407-VA, a new 4U high-density storage server engineered for data centers and enterprise environments where storage scalability, thermal efficiency, and high performance are mission-critical. This server is designed for IT professionals handling AI workloads, data lakes, and analytics-heavy processes that demand robust hardware and consistent uptime. Built to handle intensive processing needs, the SB407-VA supports 5th- and 4th-Gen Intel Xeon Scalable Processors, giving businesses the flexibility to align with evolving infrastructure strategies.

At the heart of the AIC SB407-VA is a suite of features that combine power, speed, and capacity. It supports up to 60 hot-swap 3.5-inch drives and an additional eight hot-swap 2.5-inch bays, accommodating a mix of SATA, SAS, and NVMe configurations. With PCIe Gen5 and DDR5 memory support, the system delivers high-speed data throughput and rapid processing, ideal for organizations managing complex compute tasks or massive storage arrays. The server also incorporates front-to-back airflow and hot-swappable redundant fans, which together maintain optimal operating temperatures under sustained workloads.

I/O and Components

The front panel of the SB407-VA is designed for simplicity and accessibility, featuring a power button, a reset switch, a single USB 3.0 Type-A port, and LED indicators for system power, alerts, LAN activity, drive activity, and system ID. This allows technicians to quickly assess system status and access basic controls without opening the chassis or reaching the back.

Moving to the rear of the unit, the SB407-VA provides essential connectivity options: one RJ45 port dedicated to BMC (Baseboard Management Controller) for remote management and two additional RJ45 ports for 1GbE networking. For peripheral support, there are two USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A ports and a VGA output via a standard DB-15 connector. The system management stack includes IPMI 2.0, iKVM, and Redfish support, making remote operation and monitoring straightforward for data center administrators.

Specifications

AIC SB407-VA Technical Specifications
Form Factor	4U Rackmount
Dimensions (W x D x H)	434 x 853 x 176 mm / 17.1 x 33.6 x 7 in
Motherboard	AIC Server Board Vega
Processor Support	Dual 5th/4th Gen Intel Xeon Scalable Processors (Emerald & Sapphire Rapids)
Chipset	Intel C741
Memory	16x DDR5 RDIMM slots, up to 4TB (3DS RDIMM), 5600/4800 MHz
Drive Bays	60 x 3.5″ hot-swap (SATA/SAS) 8 x 2.5″ hot-swap (6 NVMe Gen4 + 2 SATA) 2 x M.2 (2280, PCIe Gen4)
Backplane	2 x 30-port 12G SAS with 40-PHY expander 8-bay Gen5 Tri-mode (6 NVMe + 2 SATA)
Expansion Slots	5 x PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 x PCIe 5.0 x8 (FHHL)
Front I/O	Power, Reset, 1 x USB 3.0 Type-A, LED indicators
Rear I/O	1 x RJ45 (BMC management) 2 x RJ45 1GbE 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A 1 x VGA (DB-15)
Graphics	ASPEED AST2600, up to 1920×1200 @ 60Hz
Management	IPMI 2.0, KVM over IP, Redfish Temperature, fan, PSU, voltage monitoring Remote power/reset, SEL alerts, SNMP
Cooling	4 x 80x38mm hot swap middle fans, front-to-back airflow
Power Supply	800W 2+2 redundant, PMBus 1.2, 80+ Platinum/Titanium
Operating Temperature	0°C to 35°C / 32°F to 95°F
Storage Temperature	-10°C to 60°C / 14°F to 140°F
Humidity	5% to 95% non-condensing
Weight	80 kg / 176 lbs (with PSU & rail)
Packaging Dimensions	586 x 1110 x 400 mm / 23 x 43.7 x 15.7 in
Mounting Options	40″ or 37″ tool-less slide rails, cable management kit

Beyond its core features, the SB407-VA is built on AIC’s “Vega” server board and leverages the Intel C741 chipset, offering a balance of reliability and performance. It features 16 DDR5 RDIMM slots, supporting memory configurations up to 4TB, and provides six PCIe 5.0 expansion slots, ideal for adding high-performance NICs, accelerators, or storage controllers. Beyond the central drive bays, the system also includes two internal M.2 slots for additional high-speed storage. It features 12G SAS backplanes with built-in expanders, simplifying cabling and maximizing throughput.

The server also ships with 800W 2+2 redundant power supplies rated at 80+ Platinum/Titanium, helping reduce operational expenses while maintaining system reliability. With integrated ASPEED graphics and a suite of remote management tools, the SB407-VA is ready to meet the demanding needs of large-scale enterprise deployments.

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