The ASUS P11C-X is an ATX server motherboard built on the Intel Xeon E platform and the Intel C242 chipset. It's designed as a cost-effective yet highly flexible solution for small to mid-size businesses, web/print/file/mail servers, entry-level workstations, and storage applications.
Key Features:
- Processor Support: Single LGA1151 socket for the Intel Xeon E-2100/E-2200 series and 8th/9th generation Intel Core i3/Pentium/Celeron processors (up to 95W TDP).
- Form Factor: ATX (12" x 9.6") with a rack-optimized design where the CPU and memory are positioned for maximum cooling efficiency in a rack environment.
- Memory: 4 DIMM slots supporting up to 128GB (or 64GB depending on specific configuration) of DDR4 2666/2400 UDIMM memory, including both ECC and non-ECC types.
- Networking: Dual Intel Gigabit Ethernet ports (Intel I219LM and I210AT) with teaming support for increased bandwidth, automated load balancing, and instant failover.
- Storage & Expandability:
- 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports with Intel RSTe support for software RAID 0, 1, 5, 10.
- Dual M.2 slots (up to 22110 length) supporting both PCIe (NVMe) and SATA drives for high-speed storage and data redundancy (RAID 0/1).
- Flexible expansion with a mix of modern and legacy slots: 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot, 1 x PCIe 3.0 x8 slot (x4 link), 2 x PCI legacy slots (32bit/33MHz) for older devices.
- Supports ASUS PIKE II 3000 series for optional 12Gb/s SAS storage and integrated RAID data protection.
- Connectivity:
- Includes USB 3.1 Gen 2 (10Gb/s) ports on the rear I/O for high-speed transfer.
- A rear power button is included for easier maintenance and deployment.
- Management & Security:
- ASUS Control Center (ACC): A centralized and integrated IT Management platform for remote BIOS updates, monitoring, and software dispatching.
- TPM-M 2.0 ready with a 14-1 header for enhanced platform integrity and data security.
- Graphics: Onboard graphics provided by an ASPEED AST2510 with 64MB VRAM.
Note: There is also a variant, the P11C-X/AUDIO, which adds onboard audio capability, making it suitable for certain workstation applications.