Aspeed Ast2500 Datasheet ((top)) Review

Aspeed AST2500 is a 6th-generation Server Management Processor (BMC) designed for high-performance remote management and local 2D graphics rendering in server environments. It is a standard component in modern data centers, providing out-of-band management through its integrated Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI) capabilities. ASPEED Technology Inc. Core Specifications Processor: Integrated running at Memory Support: Supports both DDR3 (800Mbps) DDR4 (1600Mbps) SDRAM with a 16-bit data bus and capacity up to PCIe 2D VGA controller supporting resolutions up to 1920x1200 @ 60Hz Networking: 10/100/1000 Mbps MACs for dedicated management LAN connectivity. Packaging: TFBGA package (19mm x 19mm). ASPEED Technology Inc. Key Features & Capabilities Remote Management (iKVM):

If you are looking at the initial AST2500 datasheet (released 2016), security is weak. Revision 1.03 of the datasheet introduced and PFR (Platform Firmware Resilience) support. Aspeed Ast2500 Datasheet