We launched an AMD EPYC Rust Server and invite you to try it in September – thanks to MiTAC TYAN and AMD for the support!
We’re always looking for epic new ways to push the limits of server hardware, and this time, we’re diving into the world of game servers. Today, we’re excited to announce that we’ve set up a MiTAC TYAN HG68-B8016 with a dedicated blade server running the latest AMD EPYC 4564P with 32GB of 5200 MHz DDR5 memory. This bare-metal server is powered by Windows Server 2022, and our Discord community has spoken—Rust will be the game of choice for this test.
Dedicated EPYC Rust Server Now Available
The StorageReview Official Monthly Rust server is now live! As part of our larger cloud hosting testing initiative, this community server will run for the duration of a full wipe cycle for the next 30 days. We’ve kept things simple, with only admin and anti-cheat mods installed, ensuring a clean and fair experience for everyone. We’re confident that our server will be able to keep up with almost anything.
AMD EPYC 4004 Series CPU Server Model Specifications
The recently released EPYC 4004 Series includes a range of models with varying core counts, cache sizes, and power ratings to meet the diverse performance needs of dedicated cloud gaming servers.
We have the top SKU* available in this system, and boy howdy is she quick? Here are the top three models in the lineup:
| SKU | Zen 4 Cores | L3 Cache (MB) | TDP | FBase (GHz) | FMax Boost (GHz)2 | Price (1KU, USD) |
| EPYC 4564P* | 16 | 64 | 170W | 4.5 GHz | 5.7 GHz | $699 |
| EPYC 4464P | 12 | 64 | 65W | 3.7 GHz | 5.4 GHz | $429 |
| EPYC 4364P | 8 | 32 | 105W | 4.5 GHz | 5.4 GHz | $399 |
MiTAC 6U Cloud Gaming Blade Servers
The base of this EPYC Rust Server is the MiTAC TYAN HG68-B8016. This 5 Node, 6U platform supports the AMD EPYC 4004 processor (or Ryzen 7) and DDR5 memory, supporting up to 128GB per node, ensuring top-tier gaming performance. The system accommodates one double-wide GPU per node and is built with the latest PCIe Gen.5 and Gen.4 slots to support high-speed data transfer. With onboard IPMI, remote management is seamless, and the 80 Plus Titanium-certified 800W power supply ensures efficient energy usage. Below is a detailed breakdown of the system’s key specifications.
| Cloud Gaming Server Platform Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Form Factor | 6U Rackmount |
| Chassis Name | HG68 |
| Dimensions (D x W x H) | 26.85″ x 17.60″ x 10.44″ (682 x 447 x 265.3mm) |
| Motherboard | S8016AGM2NR |
| Processor (per node) | 1 x AMD Socket AM5, AMD EPYC 4004 Processor, Max 105W TDP |
| Memory (per node) | 4 x DDR5 DIMM slots, Up to 128GB DDR5 ECC UDIMM & non-ECC 4800 |
| Expansion Slots (per node) | 1 x PCIe Gen.5 x16 slot 1 x PCIe Gen.4 x4 slot 1 x PCIe Gen.4 x8 slot (with x4 link) |
| Networking (per node) | 2 x GbE ports (Intel I210, Realtek RTL8211F) 1 x IPMI port |
| Storage (per node) | 2 x NVMe 2280 (via PCIe Gen.4 interface) |
| System Cooling (per node) | 2 x easy-swap 8038 fans pre-installed |
| Power Supply (per node) | 1+1 800 Watts 80 Plus Titanium |
| Server Management | Onboard BMC with IPMI and iKVM support |
Rust Enhanced Security with ServerArmor
To ensure a smooth, secure gaming environment on our EPYC Rust server, we’ve integrated the ServerArmor plugin. This tool is designed to actively monitor for cheaters and ban evaders, providing real-time protection. ServerArmor uses a robust detection system to automatically flag and kick players who violate the rules, giving us confidence that gameplay will remain fair and enjoyable for everyone.
This additional layer of security ensures a balanced environment where players can focus on what matters—surviving and thriving in Rust.
We’re inviting you to jump in, help us test, and most importantly, have some fun. Whether you’re a Rust veteran or a newcomer, your feedback will help shape future projects as we continue to explore high-performance cloud hosting solutions.
Make sure you visit our Discord and ask for the Rust Role to report feedback and ask any questions.
Join us today and participate in this exciting EPYC Rust Server testing phase!
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