Product Type | Barebone System |
Form Factor | Blade |
Product Name | UCS B480 M5 Barebone System |
Product Series | B480 M5 |
Brand Name | Cisco |
Manufacturer | Cisco Systems, Inc |
Manufacturer Part Number | UCSB-B480-M5-U |
UPC | 889728014205 |
Number of Processors Supported | 4 |
Processor Supported | Intel Xeon Scalable |
Chipset Manufacturer | Intel |
Chipset Model | C620 |
64-bit Processing | Yes |
Weight (Approximate) | 15.10 lbs |
Power Requirements | Supplied by UCS 5108 Blade Server Chassis |
Cisco UCS B480 M5 Blade Server Barebone, 4-Socket, DDR4, Xeon-Ready


Key Benefits

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- Designed for high-performance virtualization and database workloads with multi-CPU scalability
- Supports large memory configurations without impact on CPU speed or core count—ideal for memory-intensive applications
- Part of Cisco UCS ecosystem, allowing centralized management of up to 160 servers and streamlined deployment
Product Overview
The Cisco UCS B480 M5 Blade Server is a high-performance barebone system optimized for virtualization and database workloads. It supports up to four Intel Xeon Scalable processors and 48 DDR4 memory slots, delivering scalable compute and memory capabilities. Featuring Gigabit Ethernet, RAID support, and 12Gb/s SAS storage connectivity, it offers flexible infrastructure expansion. With centralized management via Cisco UCS Manager and compatibility within the UCS 5108 Blade Server Chassis, it ensures streamlined deployment and lifecycle control. Designed for IT environments needing compute density and control, the B480 M5 Blade provides a robust platform for enterprise applications.
Specifications
Product Overview
Memory
Number of Total Memory Slots | 48 |
Memory Technology | DDR4 SDRAM |
Memory Standard | DDR4-2666/PC4-21300 |
Maximum Memory Supported | Up to 6 TB |
Physical & Environmental
Height | 2" |
Width | 16.50" (419.10 mm) |
Depth | 24.4" |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Management Interface | Cisco UCS Manager (UCSM) |
Management Features | Single Connect Technology; Consolidated network, storage & management traffic |
Supported UCS Manager Scale | Up to 160 servers per domain |
Extended Management | Cisco UCS Central for global multi-domain management |
Interfaces
Ethernet Technology | Gigabit Ethernet |
Controller Type | 12Gb/s SAS |
RAID Supported | Yes |
Expansion Slot Type | Mezzanine card slot |
Supported I/O Bandwidth | Up to 160 Gb aggregate I/O (with UCS VIC) |
Number of Internal 2.5" Bays | 4 |
Number of Total Expansion Bays | 4 |
Graphics
Graphics Controller Manufacturer | Matrox |
Graphics Controller Model | G200e |
Graphics Memory Capacity | 16 MB |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | China / United States |
TAA Compliance | Yes |
Advanced Security Features
Secure Boot | Supported |
Trusted Platform Module (TPM) | TPM 2.0 (optional) |