Four PCIe 3.0 x16 slots for flexible expandability with add-on cards

WS C246 PRO features four PCIe x16 slots for flexible system configurability and expandability with add-on cards, such as NVIDIA Quadro graphics, RAID and LAN cards. With support for AMD CrossFireX 2-way configurations, WS C246 PRO harnesses the full power of the latest graphics technologies.

Powerful performance with Intel® Xeon® E processor and ECC memory

WS C246 PRO supports Intel® Xeon® E series processors to deliver powerful, optimized performance in always-on usage scenarios. Support for Error-Correcting Code (ECC) memory enables automatic detection and repair of single-bit memory errors, reducing the chance of system crashes and data corruption to ensure reliable and responsive workstation performance.

Supports up to three independent displays simultaneously

WS C246 PRO is equipped for total display flexibility with onboard HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI-D and VGA connectivity. With a compatible latest-generation Intel® processor, you can connect up to three independent displays simultaneously for better multitasking and enhanced productivity.

Dual M.2 for up to 32Gbps performance and data redundancy

WS C246 PRO features dual M.2 slots to unleash maximum data-transfer performance. One M.2 slot supports up to 22110-length M.2 drives via PCIe Gen3 x4 for ultrafast data access, making it the perfect choice for an operating system or application drive. The other M.2 slot is suitable for SATA drives or Intel® Optane memory via PCIe Gen3 x2 support to speed up traditional hard drives.

The latest 10Gb/s USB 3.1 for high transfer speed

WS C246 PRO’s front panel USB 3.1 connector is ready for next-gen PC cases and devices. With backward-compatible USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A and reversible USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C ports, you’ll experience ultimate connection flexibility and blazing data-transfer speeds of up to 10Gbps.

SafeSlot

ASUS SafeSlot is the PCIe slot reinvented by ASUS and engineered to provide superior retention and shearing resistance, which protect your graphics card investment. Manufactured in a single step using a new injection-molding process integrates the slot with the fortifying metal for an inherently stronger slot, which is then firmly anchored to the PCB through additional solder points.

ASUS Control Center

WS C246 PRO features ASUS Control Center (ACC), a centralized and integrated IT management platform for monitoring and controlling ASUS commercial products, including servers, workstations and digital signage. ACC enables remote BIOS updates, monitoring of multiple systems via mobile devices, and one-click software updates and dispatching, allowing easier server management for any IT infrastructure. 

Main Features

Four PCIe 3.0 x16 slots for flexible expandability with graphics, RAID and LAN add-on cards

Powerful performance with Intel® Xeon® E processor and ECC memory

Supports up to three independent displays simultaneously via HDMI, DisplayPort, DVI-D and VGA

Next-gen transfer speeds with up to 32Gbps M.2 and 10Gbps USB 3.1 Type-A and Type-C

Dual Intel® Gigabit LAN with teaming support

SafeSlot PCIe x16 to protect your graphics card investment

ASUS Control Center – A software utility that provides convenient, secure and cost-saving centralized IT management for small and medium businesses

CPU

CPU Socket Socket 1151

CPU Brand Intel

Installed Processors (Max) 0 (1)

Supported Processor Manufacturer Intel

Supported Processors Xeon processor E-2100 family

Core i7/i5/i3

Pentium

Celeron

64-bit Support Yes

Socket LGA1151

Rear Panel I/O Ports

USB Ports 1 x USB 3.1 Type-C

1 x USB 3.1 Type-A

4 x USB 3.0

DisplayPorts 1 x DisplayPort

HDMI Port 1 x HDMI

VGA Port 1 x D-Sub

RJ-45 Ports 2 x RJ-45

Digital Port 1 x DVI-D

Audio Line In Ports 1 x 3.5mm Jack

Audio Line Out Ports 3 x 3.5mm Jacks

Microphone In Port 1 x 3.5mm Jack

S/PDIF Port 1 x S/PDIF Optical Out

Internal I/O Connectors

SATA Connectors 8 x SATA III

USB Connectors 1 x USB 3.0

2 x USB 2.0

Serial Connectors 1 x COM

TPM Header 1 x TPM

Power Connector Port 1 x 20 4-pin ATX

1 x 4 4-pin EPS

1 x 6-pin PCIe

Other Connectors 1 x M.2 (Type 2242/2260/2280/22110)

1 x M.2 (Type 2242/2260/2280)

Memory

Memory Bus Speed Up to 2666 MHz

Memory Type DDR4

Maximum RAM 64 GB

Memory Slot 4 x DIMM

Motherboard

Chipset Manufacturer Intel

Northbridge C246

RAID Supported Yes

RAID Format RAID 0, 1, 5, 10

SATA Supported Yes

Expansion

Number of PCI Express Slots 3 x PCI Express 3.0 x16 (@ x16, x16/x8 or x8x/x8/x4)

1 x PCI Express 1.0 x16 (@ x4)

2 x PCI Express 2.0 x1

Graphics Device

Integrated Graphics Supported Yes

Network

Integrated Network 1 x Intel® I210AT

1 x i219-LM

Network Speeds Supported 10/100/1000 Mbps

Wireless LAN No

Bluetooth No

Physical

Form Factor ATX Motherboard

In The Box WS C246 PRO Motherboard

1 x Support CD

1 x I/O shield

8 x SATA 6G cables

1 x Com port cable

1 x User manual

1 x Quick start guide

2 x M.2 screw

Width 305 mm

Length 244 mm

Key Features

Firewire No

Wireless Network No

Memory Channel Dual

On-board Audio Type 7.1

Number of SATA Ports 8 port(s)

Number of USB Ports 6 port(s)

SATA III Support Yes

USB 3.0 Support Yes

Multi GPU Support No

VGA Connection Yes

DVI Connection Yes

HDMI Connection Yes

DisplayPort Connection Yes

Motherboard Form Factor ATX

Motherboard Power Connectors 8-Pin

Motherboard Chipset Intel C246

Thunderbolt No

USB 3.1 Support Yes

Internal USB3.0 Header Yes

M.2 Support Yes

On-board RGB Control None

Skip Audio Test No

RGB Header Type None

Addressable RGB No

Warranty

Warranty 1 Year

Item Details

Manufacturer ASUS