Supermicro riser card RSC-WR-6G5 - 1U PCIe 3.0 x16 haakse riser

Unlock the full potential of your 1U server with the Supermicro RSC-WR-6G5 riser card, engineered to deliver a single PCIe 3.0 x16 slot in a right-angle form factor. This passive riser maximizes space efficiency while maintaining robust signal integrity for high-performance expansion cards.

Overview

The RSC-WR-6G5 is a purpose-built riser card for Supermicro 1U chassis, compatible with X10 and X11 series motherboards. It converts a motherboard PCIe x16 slot into a right-angle x16 slot, enabling horizontal installation of full-height, half-length add-in cards. With no external power required, it provides a clean, reliable connection for GPUs, network adapters, and storage controllers.

What stands out

• Right-angle design optimizes airflow and space in 1U enclosures
• Supports PCIe 3.0 x16 for up to 16 GT/s bandwidth
• Passive operation—no additional power connectors needed
• RoHS compliant for environmentally responsible deployment
• Direct compatibility with Supermicro X10/X11 server boards

Technical details

• Product Type: Riser Card
• Form Factor: 1U
• PCI Express Generation: PCIe 3.0
• Number of PCI Express Slots: 1
• PCI Express Slot Type: x16
• Riser Card Orientation: Right-Angle
• Input Connector: PCI-E x16
• Output Connector: PCI-E x16
• Compatibility (Chassis): Supermicro 1U Chassis
• Compatibility (Motherboard Series): Supermicro X10/X11 Series
• Interface: PCI Express
• Power Connector: None (Passive)
• RoHS Compliant: Yes

Our verdict

A dependable, no-frills riser that delivers exactly what 1U Supermicro builds need: a single, full-bandwidth PCIe x16 slot without compromising space or thermal performance.