100% Original Wholesale Us Processor Server Motherboard ASUS WS C246 PRO WS C246M PRO WS C246M PRO/SE Motherboard
Here’s a precise comparison table for ASUS WS C246 PRO, WS C246M PRO, and WS C246M PRO/SE motherboards in the style of ASUS’s official specifications:
ASUS WS C246 Series Motherboard Comparison
Feature | WS C246 PRO | WS C246M PRO | WS C246M PRO/SE |
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Form Factor | ATX (12″ x 9.6″) | Micro-ATX (9.6″ x 9.6″) | Micro-ATX (9.6″ x 9.6″) |
Socket | LGA 1151 (Intel Xeon/Core) | LGA 1151 (Intel Xeon/Core) | LGA 1151 (Intel Xeon/Core) |
Chipset | Intel C246 | Intel C246 | Intel C246 |
Memory Support | 4x DDR4 DIMMs (Up to 64GB ECC UDIMM/RDIMM) | Same as WS C246 PRO | Same as WS C246 PRO |
PCIe Slots | 3x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16/x8/x4) | 2x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16/x4) | 2x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16/x4) |
Storage | – 6x SATA 6Gbps – 2x M.2 (PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA) |
– 6x SATA 6Gbps – 1x M.2 (PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA) |
Same as WS C246M PRO |
Networking | Dual Intel I210-AT (1Gbps) | Single Intel I210-AT (1Gbps) | Single Intel I210-AT (1Gbps) |
USB Ports | – 6x USB 3.1 Gen1 (Rear) – 2x USB 3.1 Gen2 (Rear) – 4x USB 2.0 (Front) |
– 4x USB 3.1 Gen1 (Rear) – 2x USB 3.1 Gen2 (Rear) – 4x USB 2.0 (Front) |
Same as WS C246M PRO |
Expansion Slots | 1x PCIe 3.0 x1 | 1x PCIe 3.0 x1 | 1x PCIe 3.0 x1 |
RAID Support | 0/1/5/10 (Hardware RAID) | Same as WS C246 PRO | Same as WS C246 PRO |
Key Differences | – Full ATX size – Dual LAN – Extra M.2 slot |
– Compact mATX – Single LAN – 1x M.2 |
Identical to WS C246M PRO (SE = bulk/OEM variant) |
The ASUS WS C246 PRO, WS C246M PRO, and WS C246M PRO/SE are professional-grade motherboards built on Intel’s C246 chipset, designed for reliability, stability, and performance in business and workstation environments. Supporting Intel Xeon E and 8th/9th Gen Core processors (LGA 1151), these boards are optimized for tasks requiring ECC memory support, hardware RAID, and multi-device expandability.
Model-Specific Breakdown
1. ASUS WS C246 PRO (ATX Form Factor)
Key Features:
✔ Full ATX Size – Maximum expansion with 3x PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (x16/x8/x4 electrical)
✔ Dual 1G Intel LAN (I210-AT) – Enhanced network reliability with teaming support
✔ Dual M.2 Slots (PCIe 3.0 x4 + SATA) – High-speed NVMe SSD support
✔ 6x SATA 6Gbps – Hardware RAID 0/1/5/10 support
✔ 64GB ECC/Non-ECC DDR4 – 4 DIMM slots for memory-intensive workloads
Best For:
- Multi-GPU workstations
- NAS/server applications
- CAD/CAM and virtualization
2. ASUS WS C246M PRO (Micro-ATX Form Factor)
Key Features:
✔ Compact mATX Design – Fits smaller cases while retaining workstation features
✔ 2x PCIe 3.0 x16 Slots (x16/x4) – Supports dual GPUs or accelerators
✔ Single 1G Intel LAN (I210-AT) – Stable enterprise networking
✔ 1x M.2 Slot (PCIe 3.0 x4 + SATA) – Fast NVMe storage
✔ 6x SATA 6Gbps – RAID 0/1/5/10 support
Best For:
- Space-constrained workstations
- Office/light creative workloads
- Entry-level server builds
3. ASUS WS C246M PRO/SE (Micro-ATX, Bulk/OEM Variant)
Key Features:
✔ Identical to WS C246M PRO – Same specs, but sold as a bulk/OEM model
✔ Cost-Effective – Ideal for system integrators or large deployments
✔ Single LAN, 1x M.2, 6x SATA – Balanced workstation features
Best For:
- Corporate/enterprise deployments
- Budget-conscious workstation builds
- Custom system integrators
Series Comparison Summary
Feature | WS C246 PRO | WS C246M PRO | WS C246M PRO/SE |
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Form Factor | ATX | Micro-ATX | Micro-ATX |
PCIe x16 | 3 slots | 2 slots | 2 slots |
M.2 Slots | 2 | 1 | 1 |
LAN Ports | Dual 1G | Single 1G | Single 1G |
Target Use | High-expansion workstations | Compact workstations | Bulk/OEM systems |
Why Choose the WS C246 Series?
- Enterprise Stability – Designed for 24/7 operation with ECC memory support
- Workstation-Grade I/O – Multiple PCIe slots, RAID, and fast storage options
- ASUS Reliability – Military-grade components, ProCool power connectors
Recommended Selection:
- WS C246 PRO → For max expandability (GPUs, storage, networking)
- WS C246M PRO → For compact yet capable workstations
- WS C246M PRO/SE → For cost-sensitive bulk deployments
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