Supermicro RSC‑R1UW‑2E16 Riser Card

The Supermicro RSC‑R1UW‑2E16 is an expansion riser module designed for 1U server chassis, allowing two full‑height PCIe x16 add‑on cards (PCI‑Express 3.0) to be installed via a WIO/AOM slot. It is suitable for Supermicro servers that include the riser slot and provides additional expansion capability in compact 1U systems. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Key Features

• Slot configuration: Outputs two PCI‑Express 3.0 x16 slots. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
• Form‑factor: Designed for 1U server chassis (low‑profile height) and WIO/AOM riser slot compatibility. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• Passive design: No active cooling built into the riser—relies on server chassis airflow. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
• Compatibility: Commonly supported in Supermicro 1U systems such as 1027R‑72RFTP, 6017R‑72RFTP, 6017R‑N3RF4+, and others listed in the specification. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Specifications (Selected)

• Model / Part Number: RSC‑R1UW‑2E16 :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
• Output Slots: 2 × PCI‑Express 3.0 x16 :contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}
• Weight: Approximately 0.15 kg per listing. :contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}
• Compatible Chassis/Form‑Factor: 1U server chassis, WIO/AOM riser slot. :contentReference[oaicite:9]{index=9}

Use Cases

• Enabling dual full‑height PCIe x16 expansion cards (such as GPUs, NICs, HBAs) in a 1U Supermicro server where space is constrained.
• Upgrading legacy 1U systems to support heavier add‑on cards (e.g., for virtualization, GPU workloads, or high‑performance networking) when the motherboard has the compatible riser interface.
• Integrating into data‑center or rack‑mount server environments where compact height (1U) is necessary but expansion is still required.

Important Notes & Compatibility Considerations

• You must verify that your specific Supermicro system/motherboard supports the riser interface and has the required riser card slot (AOM/WIO) for this card. Some servers list the RSC‑R1UW‑2E16 in their manual as the supported riser. :contentReference[oaicite:10]{index=10}
• Because this is a passive riser in a 1U chassis, cooling and clearance are critical—high‑power add‑on cards may require additional cooling or airflow considerations.
• When installing full‑height cards through this riser, make sure the chassis depth and airflow permit dual cards without interfering with other components (memory, power, cabling). Refer to the server manual section on riser clearance. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

Keywords

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