The P8C WS utilizes the workstation-specific Intel® C216 chipset. It is fully Independent Software Vendor certified, and supports Intel® Xeon® E3-1200/12x5 v2 series processors as well as 2nd and 3rd generation Intel® Core™ i3 processors. The board also works equally well with non-ECC and ECC DDR3 memory. Four USB 3.0 ports cover both rear IO and front panels to enhance friendly connectivity, while dual Intel® Ethernet ports double networking capabilities and reduce CPU workload.
	High end performance in a compact workstation The P8C WS features Intel's Socket 1155 with the C216 chipset, which is specially-designed for workstations. ISV application testing and certification with integrated graphics cores on a E3-12X5 v2 series processor are perfect for entry-level workstations and software such as Autodesk AutoCAD 2013 and Invertor 2012. The P8C WS is your best choice for a DIY workstation build that rivals top-tier pre-assembled workstations.
	Flexible support for multiple CPU and memory types Both Intel® E3-1200/12X5 v2 series server processors and 3rd generation Intel® Core i3 desktop processors are supported. Users can also choose DDR3 unbuffered non-ECC memory, widely available in the PC market, or more stable and reliable DDR3 unbuffered ECC memory.The P8C WS provides flexible CPU and memory options to meet diverse needs.
	Full USB 3.0 integration for easy accessibility ASUS facilitates strategic USB 3.0 accessibility for both the front and rear panels - 4 USB 3.0 ports in total. Experience the latest plug & play connectivity at speeds up to ten times faster than USB 2.0. The P8C WS affords greater convenience with high speed connectivity.
CPU LGA1155 socket for Intel® 2rd/3nd Generation Core™ i3 desktop processor LGA 1155 socket for Intel® XEON® E3-1200/12X5 v2 series processor Chipset Intel® C216 Express Chipset Memory DDR3 1600/1333 MHz, 4 x ECC non-ECC UDIMM, max. 32GB *Refer to www.asus.com for the memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). Expansion Slots 2 x PCI-E Gen3 x16 (single x 16 link or dual x 8 link) 2 x PCI-E Gen2 x16 (x 4 link) 1 x PCI-E Gen2 x1, 1 x PCI Multi-GPU support Supports ATI® Quad-GPU CrossFireX™ Technology Intel® C216 Chipset: Storage 2 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) 4 x SATA 3.0 Gb/s ports (blue) Intel® Rapid Storage Technology supports RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 LAN 2 x Intel® 82574L GbE LAN Support teaming function USB 4 x USB 3.0 ports (2 ports at mid-board, 2 ports at back panel) 10 x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at mid-board, 6 ports at back pane) Form Factor ATX Form Factor, 12" x 9.6" (30.5 x 24.5cm)
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