ASUS
P9A-I/C2550/SAS/4L
Best reliable foundation for compact, always on server solutions.
The Asus P9A-I/C2550/SAS/4L is a Mini-ITX server motherboard designed for cost and power efficiency. It features an integrated Intel Atom C-Series processor, M.2 slot, SATA 6Gb/s, MiniSAS, BMC, and Quad LAN networking for robust remote management capabilities. This board is an ideal choice for cloud storage applications, offering high compute density in a compact form factor. It supports up to 32 GB of DDR3 ECC memory and includes essential features for server environments.
$290.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.3
/ 5
Category Rank
895
/ 1230
#895 in Motherboards
Price vs Category Average
-13%
Below average
Who it's for
- Small businesses needing a cost-effective, continuous-operation server
- Network administrators building firewalls, routers, or network appliances
- IT professionals requiring secure, high-performance storage for critical data
Who should skip it
- Users needing high-performance computing for virtual machines or heavy databases
- Anyone seeking long-term reliability for mission-critical server deployments
- System builders requiring extensive expandability for specialized cards or RAM
Performance breakdown
Storage Scalability
Integrated SAS controller provides robust options for high-density data storage configurations.
Thermal Efficiency
Fanless design ensures silent operation while maintaining stable temperatures under load.
Server Reliability
Enterprise-grade components deliver consistent uptime for demanding 24/7 network environments.
Connectivity Density
Compact form factor packs essential networking ports into a space-saving footprint.
Power Optimization
Low-wattage architecture keeps operational costs minimal for continuous server tasks.
Remote Management
ASUS PIKE support simplifies remote administration for streamlined infrastructure oversight.
Know before you buy
This motherboard features an integrated Intel Atom C2550 processor. Because the CPU is soldered directly onto the board, you do not need to purchase or install a separate processor.
No, this is a specialized server-grade motherboard. It is designed for compact, low-power server environments, such as micro-servers or storage appliances, rather than general-purpose desktop computing.
The P9A-I/C2550/SAS/4L follows the Mini-ITX form factor. It is highly compact and will fit in most Mini-ITX chassis, making it an excellent choice for space-constrained server builds.
Yes, this motherboard supports ECC (Error Correction Code) memory. This is a critical feature for server stability, as it helps detect and fix data corruption, ensuring reliable operation for 24/7 workloads.
It includes integrated SAS (Serial Attached SCSI) support, which allows for high-performance storage configurations. This makes it particularly well-suited for building NAS (Network Attached Storage) systems or small-scale enterprise storage solutions.
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