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Supermicro Unveils Three New Edge AI Systems Built on AMD EPYC 4005

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Supermicro has introduced three new compact edge computing systems based on AMD’s EPYC 4005 series processors, expanding its push into AI workloads beyond the traditional data center. The new lineup includes the AS-E300-14GR, AS-1116R-FN4, and AS-3015TR-i4.

The systems are designed for deployments where space is tight, power is limited, and dedicated IT support may not be readily available. That makes them a good fit for settings such as retail stores, manufacturing sites, healthcare environments, and branch offices, where companies increasingly process data locally rather than sending it back to centralized infrastructure.

Supermicro says the systems are built for real-time inference and other business-critical edge workloads, with a focus on keeping power consumption and operating costs in check. Use cases include loss prevention, frictionless checkout, and in-store analytics, as well as other applications that rely on fast on-site processing.

All three systems include security features that are becoming standard requirements in edge and distributed IT environments. They support TPM 2.0 and AMD Secure Encrypted Virtualization (SEV) to help protect workloads and data. Those features are paired with IPMI 2.0 remote management, which simplifies monitoring and administration for systems deployed far from centralized IT teams.

The platforms also include four GbE ports, enabling connections to point-of-sale infrastructure, cameras, and enterprise networks. This capability is important in edge environments where a single system may need to interface with multiple devices and applications simultaneously, particularly in retail and industrial settings.

At the processor level, the new systems are built around AMD’s EPYC 4005 series, based on the company’s Zen 5 architecture. The chips support DDR5 memory and PCIe Gen 5, with TDPs starting at 65W. Some models also feature AMD’s 3D V-Cache, which can boost performance in data-intensive workloads by improving access to frequently used data.

Supermicro AS-E300-14GR

First is the AS-E300-14GR, a compact 1U mini box system housed in a 2.5-liter enclosure. It supports up to 16-core processors and up to 192GB of DDR5 memory, and is designed for embedded or space-constrained environments. Supermicro said it is suited to point-of-sale applications via HDMI and MiniDisplay connectivity, as well as network gateway roles. It includes a dedicated out-of-band management port alongside four GbE ports.

Supermicro AS-E300-14GR front view

The AS-E300-14GR is a Mini-1U embedded system that supports up to 192GB of DDR5-5600 memory across four DIMM slots, a substantial amount for a compact edge box.

On the storage side, it includes one internal 2.5-inch SATA bay, two M.2 PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe slots, and a low-profile PCIe 5.0 x16 slot for expansion or accelerator support. Connectivity is a strong point, with four 1GbE LAN ports, a dedicated BMC management port, rear USB 3.2 ports, HDMI 2.1, and Mini-DP. All of that fits inside a fan-based embedded chassis measuring just 264.8 x 43 x 225.8mm, making it a practical option for edge deployments where space is limited but performance, networking, and remote management still matter.

Supermicro AS-E300-14GR Specifications

Specification AS-E300-14GR
Overview
Model IoT SuperServer AS -E300-14GR
System Type Mini-1U embedded system with AMD EPYC™ 4004/4005 Series Processor up to 65W TDP
Key Applications Healthcare, Surveillance Security Server, AI Inference, Digital Signage / PoS,
Form Factor Fan-based Embedded
Chassis CSE-E300
Motherboard Super H14SRV-HLN4F
Processor and Memory
Processor Single Socket AM5 (LGA-1718)
AMD EPYC™ 4005/4004 Series Processor
16C/32T; 64MB Cache
System Memory Slot Count: 4 DIMM slots
Max Memory (1DPC): 192GB 5600MT/s ECC/non-ECC DDR5 UDIMM
Storage and Expansion
Drive Bays Configuration Default: Total 1 bay
1 internal fixed 2.5″ SATA* drive bay
(*SATA support may require additional storage controller and/or cables)
M.2 1 M.2 PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe slot (M-key 2280)
1 M.2 PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe slot (M-key 22110)
Expansion Slots Default*
1 PCIe 5.0 x16 (in x16) LP slot
(*Requires additional parts, please see the optional parts list for details. For more details on PCIe slot configuration options, please refer to the system callout images above.)
Networking and I/O
LAN 4 RJ45 1 GbE LAN ports (Intel I350-AM4)
1 RJ45 1 GbE Dedicated BMC LAN port (ASPEED AST2600)
USB 2 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A ports(Rear)
1 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A port(Rear)
1 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C port(Rear)
Video 1 HDMI 2.1 port(Rear)
1 Mini-DP port(Rear)
TPM 1 TPM header
1 TPMOnboardd/port 80Onboard
d Devices AMD B650
Power, Cooling, and Management
System Cooling Fans: Up to 1 CPU heatsink with 70x70x15mm Fan(s)
Up to 2x 4-PIN PWM 40x40x28mm Fan(s)
Power Supply 1 x 180W power supply
System BIOS BIOS Type: AMI 32MB UEFI
BIOS Features: ACPI 6.5
SMBIOS 3.7 or later
UEFI 2.9
Management SuperCloud Composer; Supermicro Server Manager (SSM); Super Diagnostics Offline (SDO); Supermicro Thin-Agent Service (TAS); SuperServer Automation Assistant (SAA) New!; Plug-ins for 3rd Party Software
PC Health Monitoring FAN: Status monitor for speed control
Physical and Environmental
Enclosure 264.8 x 43 x 225.8mm (10.43″ x 1.69″ x 8.89″)
Package 381 x 276 x 142mm (15″ x 10.87″ x 5.59″)
Weight Gross Weight: 7.5 lbs (3.4 kg)
Net Weight: 3.7 lbs (1.6 kg)
Available Color Black
Operating Environment Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) with 0.7 m/s airflow
Non-operating Temperature: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Operating Relative Humidity: 8% to 90% (non-condensing)
Non-operating Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)

Supermicro AS-1116R-FN4

The AS-1116R-FN4 is a compact 1U rackmount system designed for installations where storage density and rack efficiency are priorities. It is geared toward branch offices and retail back-end consolidation, where organizations may want to consolidate multiple workloads into a smaller physical footprint.

Supermicro-AS1116R-FN4

The AS-1116R-FN4 takes a more rack-focused approach while keeping the footprint compact. It is also a Mini-1U system with a 249mm short-depth chassis and support for up to 192GB of DDR5-5600 memory. Storage is more flexible than in the smaller box system, with support for either two internal 2.5-inch NVMe bays or one internal 3.5-inch SATA bay, plus two M.2 PCIe 5.0 slots.

It also includes a low-profile PCIe 5.0 x16 expansion slot, four 1GbE LAN ports, a dedicated BMC management port, rear USB connectivity, HDMI 2.1, and Mini-DP. With a 200W Gold power supply, three counter-rotating fans, and remote management support, it is well-suited for branch, retail back-end, and other edge deployments that require server-class features in a very compact rackmount chassis.

Supermicro AS-1116R-FN4 Specifications

Specification AS-1116R-FN4
Overview
Model IoT SuperServer AS -1116R-FN4
System Type H14 1U Ultra-short depth 249mm chassis with AMD EPYC 4005/4004 65W server
Key Applications AI Inference and Machine Learning, Cloud Computing, Healthcare, Surveillance Security Server
Form Factor Mini-1U
Chassis CSE-505-203B
Motherboard Super H14SRV-HLN4F
Processor and Memory
Processor Single Socket AM5 (LGA-1718)
AMD EPYC 4005/4004 Series Processor
16C/32T; 64MB Cache
System Memory Slot Count: 2 DIMM slots
Max Memory (1DPC): 192GB 5600MT/s ECC/non-ECC DDR5 UDIMM
Storage and Expansion
Drive Bays Configuration Default: Total 2 bays
2 internal fixed 2.5″ NVMe drive bays
Option A: Total 1 bay
1 internal fixed 3.5″ SATA drive bay
M.2 1 M.2 PCIe 5.0 x4 slot (M-Key 2280)
1 M.2 PCIe 5.0 x4 NVMe slot (M-key 22110)
Expansion Slots 1 PCIe 5.0 x16 (in x16) LP slot
Networking and I/O
LAN 4 RJ45 1 GbE LAN ports (Intel I350-AM4)
1 RJ45 1 GbE Dedicated BMC LAN port (ASPEED AST2600)
USB 1 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C port(Rear)
2 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A ports(Rear)
1 USB 3.0 Gen2 Type-A port(Rear)
Video 1 HDMI 2.1 port(Rear)
1 Mini-DP port(Rear)
TPM 1 TPM header
1 TPOnboardrd/port 8Onboard
rd Devices AMD B650
Power, Cooling, and Management
System Cooling Fans: 3 counter-rotating 40x40x28mm Fan(s)
Air Shroud: 1 Air Shroud
Power Supply 1x 200W Gold Level (91%) power supply
System BIOS BIOS Type: AMI 32MB UEFI
BIOS Features: ACPI 6.5
SMBIOS 3.7 or later
UEFI 2.9
Management SuperCloud Composer; Supermicro Server Manager (SSM); Super Diagnostics Offline (SDO); Supermicro Thin-Agent Service (TAS); SuperServer Automation Assistant (SAA) New!; Plug-ins for 3rd Party Software
PC Health Monitoring FAN: Status monitor for speed control
Physical and Environmental
Enclosure 437 x 43 x 249mm (17.2″ x 1.7″ x 9.8″)
Package 655 x 155 x 465mm (25.8″ x 6.1″ x 18.3″)
Weight Gross Weight: 10 lbs (4.54 kg)
Available Color Black
Operating Environment Operating Temperature: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Non-operating Temperature: -40°C to 70°C (-40°F to 158°F)
Operating Relative Humidity: 8% to 90% (non-condensing)
Non-operating Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% (non-condensing)

Supermicro AS-3015TR-i4

Lastly, the AS-3015TR-i4 is a slim tower system designed for quieter environments and for easier installation in edge locations without dedicated server rooms. The data sheet was unavailable; however, the tower can accommodate a dual-slot GPU measuring 2.7 inches high by 6.6 inches long, including support for a dual-slot GPU such as the NVIDIA RTX PRO 2000 Blackwell. The 9-liter chassis also includes options for a slim optical drive and a 3.5-inch disk drive, providing additional flexibility for edge deployments that still require local media or storage.

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Lyle Smith

Lyle is a long-time staff writer for StorageReview, covering a broad set of end user and enterprise IT topics.