100% Original Wholesale Asrock C246 WSI C246M WS C246WS C246M WS workstation server motherboard
Here’s a detailed comparison table for the ASRock C246 workstation motherboards:
| Feature | ASRock C246 WSI | ASRock C246M WS | ASRock C246 WS | ASRock C246M WS (Duplicate?) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Form Factor | ATX (12″ x 9.6″) | Micro-ATX (9.6″ x 9.6″) | ATX (12″ x 9.6″) | Micro-ATX (9.6″ x 9.6″) |
| Chipset | Intel C246 | Intel C246 | Intel C246 | Intel C246 |
| Socket | LGA1151 (v2) | LGA1151 (v2) | LGA1151 (v2) | LGA1151 (v2) |
| CPU Support | 8th/9th Gen Core, Xeon E-2100 | 8th/9th Gen Core, Xeon E-2100 | 8th/9th Gen Core, Xeon E-2100 | 8th/9th Gen Core, Xeon E-2100 |
| Memory | 4× DDR4 (64GB ECC) | 4× DDR4 (64GB ECC) | 4× DDR4 (64GB ECC) | 4× DDR4 (64GB ECC) |
| PCIe Slots | 3× PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16/x8/x4) | 2× PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16/x4) | 3× PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16/x8/x4) | 2× PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16/x4) |
| Storage | 8× SATA3, 2× M.2 | 6× SATA3, 2× M.2 | 8× SATA3, 2× M.2 | 6× SATA3, 2× M.2 |
| Networking | 2× Intel GbE (I219-LM + I210-AT) | 1× Intel GbE (I219-LM) | 2× Intel GbE (I219-LM + I210-AT) | 1× Intel GbE (I219-LM) |
| USB Ports | 6× USB 3.1 Gen1, 6× USB 2.0 | 6× USB 3.1 Gen1, 6× USB 2.0 | 6× USB 3.1 Gen1, 6× USB 2.0 | 6× USB 3.1 Gen1, 6× USB 2.0 |
| RAID Support | 0,1,5,10 | 0,1,5,10 | 0,1,5,10 | 0,1,5,10 |
| Special Features | IPMI header, TPM header | – | IPMI header, TPM header | – |
| Target Users | Workstation/Server hybrid | Compact workstation | Standard workstation | Compact workstation |
ASRock C246 WSI / C246WS / C246M WS – Intel Xeon & Core™ Workstation Motherboard
The ASRock C246 WSI / C246WS / C246M WS is a high-performance workstation motherboard built on the Intel C246 chipset, designed for professionals, IT administrators, and businesses requiring server-grade stability and workstation-level performance. Supporting 8th & 9th Gen Intel Core™ and Xeon E-2100 processors, this motherboard is ideal for demanding computing environments, including CAD, virtualization, NAS, and enterprise applications.
Key Features:
✅ Socket LGA 1151 (v2) – Supports Intel Xeon E-2100 & 8th/9th Gen Core™ i3/i5/i7/i9 processors.
✅ Intel C246 Chipset – Optimized for ECC memory support, enhanced I/O, and workstation reliability.
✅ DDR4 ECC/Non-ECC Memory – Up to 128GB (4 DIMMs) with DDR4-2666+ support for error-free operation.
✅ Dual Gigabit LAN (Intel I210-AT + I219-LM) – Enterprise-grade networking with team bonding & remote management.
✅ Multiple PCIe 3.0 x16 & x8 Slots – Supports multi-GPU setups and high-speed expansion cards.
✅ M.2 NVMe SSD Support (PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA) – Ultra-fast storage for reduced latency.
✅ 8x SATA3 (6Gbps) Ports – Ideal for NAS, RAID 0/1/5/10 storage configurations.
✅ IPMI 2.0 + ASPEED AST2500 BMC (WSI Model) – Remote server management for data centers.
✅ USB 3.1 Gen2 (10Gbps) + Type-C – High-speed connectivity for peripherals.
✅ Triple Display Support (DP/HDMI/VGA) – Multi-monitor compatibility for workstation use.
✅ Server-Grade Power Delivery – High-efficiency VRMs with durable components for 24/7 operation.
Ideal For:
✔ Workstations (CAD, 3D modeling, engineering)
✔ Virtualization & Cloud Computing
✔ NAS & Storage Servers
✔ Business & Enterprise IT Solutions
Model Variations:
- C246 WSI – Includes IPMI 2.0 + BMC for remote management.
- C246WS – Standard workstation model with enhanced I/O.
- C246M WS – Micro-ATX form factor for compact builds.
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