ASRock E3C236D4U Socket LGA1151 Intel C236 Micro-ATX Motherboard

Product Description

The ASRock E3C236D4U is a Micro-ATX motherboard specifically designed for server and workstation applications, built around the Intel C236 chipset and supporting the LGA1151 socket. This platform is optimized for Intel's Xeon E3-1200 v5 and v6 series processors, which are known for their reliability and performance in demanding computing environments. The inclusion of the C236 chipset provides robust I/O capabilities and support for enterprise-grade features, including Error-Correcting Code (ECC) memory. This motherboard features four DDR4 DIMM slots, capable of supporting ECC unbuffered memory. ECC memory is crucial for server and workstation environments as it can detect and correct memory errors, significantly enhancing system stability and data integrity. The Micro-ATX form factor offers a balance between expandability and a compact size, making it suitable for 1U/2U rackmount servers or compact workstation builds where space might be a constraint. Key features of the E3C236D4U typically include multiple SATA ports for storage connectivity (often supporting RAID configurations), PCIe slots for expansion cards like network adapters or RAID controllers, and integrated management features such as IPMI support (depending on the specific revision or configuration). It is engineered for 24/7 operation, providing the reliability and performance required for critical business applications, virtualization, and data processing tasks.