AMD MoBo that support ECC RAM

[Essence_of_War]

This seems like a dumb question, but do any FM2+ boards support ECC RAM? If so, are there restrictions on the CPUs which also support this? I'm checking out parts for a Back-up Server, and I'm looking for cheap, fairly power efficient CPUs/MoBos that support AES-NI and ECC RAM.

I've already checked and found out that all BD/PD/SR/cat-core support AES-NI, which is great, especially considering the haswell refresh pentiums/celerons still don't support that.

 

[SithSolo1]

I dont believe any FM(1-2+) boards support ecc but I could be wrong.

 

[ethebubbeth]

Unfortunately, that is correct SithSolo1. FM2/FM2+ processors do not currently have any support for ECC memory, registered or unregistered.

There are several AM3+ (unregistered) and G34 (registered) boards that do, however.

An AM3+ board with an FX processor is probably the cheapest way for you to get access to ECC UDIMM and AES-NI support. Note that not all AM3+ boards support ECC UDIMM, so you'll have to research.

 

[smitbret]

Most Asus Mobos that are AM3+ support ECC.

 

[Essence_of_War]

That stinks, I was interested in the FM platform.

Oh well, I guess I'll just keep my eyes peeled for any future changes.

 

[cbn]

Socket AM1 processors support ECC and AES-NI.

We are just waiting for the motherboard manufacturers to add the support for ECC RAM.

(major downside though is only two native SATA ports, both ports are 6 Gbps though.)

 

[Essence_of_War]

AM1 is socketed Kabini, which are cat-cores not SR cores, right?

Edit: That inspired me to check, but it looks like Bay-Trail supports both AES-NI and ECC as well. I'll look into MoBo support there also.

 

[cbn]

AM1 is socketed Kabini, which are cat-cores not SR cores, right?

Yes, Socket AM1 = Cat cores

Edit: That inspired me to check, but it looks like Bay-Trail supports both AES-NI and ECC as well. I'll look into MoBo support there also.

Yes, the Bay Trail E series (but not D and M series) support ECC ram and AES-NI. (The Bay Trail T series supports AES-NI, but not ECC RAM)

Here is a link to Bay Trail E series:

http://ark.intel.com/compare/78478,78477,78476,78475,78474

 

[crashtech]

I wonder how much power an underclocked FX-4300 would use. I bet it wouldn't use much at 3GHz. AM3+ is the closest way to achieve what the OP is looking for.

Asus M5A78L-M LX PLUS ~$50
FX-4300 ~$110

Not exactly cheap, but there seems to be a price premium for ECC at most levels.

 

[cbn]

I wonder how much power an underclocked FX-4300 would use. I bet it wouldn't use much at 3GHz. AM3+ is the closest way to achieve what the OP is looking for.

Asus M5A78L-M LX PLUS ~$50
FX-4300 ~$110

Not exactly cheap, but there seems to be a price premium for ECC at most levels.

Another option (to add to your motherboard) if the OP lives near a microcenter:

http://www.microcenter.com/product/428114/FX_4130_Black_Edition_38-39_GHZ_Quad-Core_Tray_CPU

FX-4130 BE $39,99 (In store pick up only)