Gigabyte GA-X170-WS ECC 64GB DDR4 Intel Motherboard

GIGABYTE Professional Motherboards, part of GIGABYTE’s award-winning Ultra Durable lineup, embrace a range of exclusive technologies that guarantee our customers the absolute best protection for their PC, such as built-in features that prevent common malfunctions users encounter on a day-to-day basis. GIGABYTE’s factory and testing facility at Nanping, Taiwan uses the latest in quality control measures to ensure that our products meet the highest standards for stability and reliability. To ensure GIGABYTE Ultra Durable Motherboards are able to work with various computer components out in the market, GIGABYTE also runs a barrage of tests on each GIGABYTE Ultra Durable Motherboard model with a variety of different components on a base system during the R&D stage to provide customers the highest stability and the best compatibility while maintaining high performance under long term usage. Professionals need systems that are stable and reliable as system failures means money lost. GIGABYTE’s industry leading standards of quality control and testing means that you can rest assured that GIGABYTE’s Professional Motherboards will not fail when you need them the most.

GIGABYTE Ultra Durable  Motherboards
GIGABYTE C236 Series motherboards support the Intel Xeon E3-1200 v5 processor and 6th Gen. Intel Core/Pentium/Celeron processors, bringing cutting edge features and ultimate performance to your next PC build.

NVIDIA QUADRO Professional Graphics Supports
NVIDIA QUADRO 3D Workstation Professional Graphics Solutions are designed and built specifically for artists, designers, and engineers, NVIDIA Quadro GPUs power more than 100 professional applications across a broad range of industries. Professionals trust them to enable their best work using applications such as Adobe Creative Cloud, Avid Media Composer, Autodesk Suites, Dassault Systemes, CATIA and SOLIDWORKS, Siemens NX, PTC Creo, and many more.

The Intel USB 3.1 controller utilizes 4 PCIe Gen3 lanes, offering up to 32 Gb/s total bandwidth, for uncompromised transfer speeds of up to 10 Gb/s per USB 3.1. With twice the bandwidth compared to its previous generation, and backwards compatibility with USB 2.0 and 3.0, the much improved USB 3.1 protocol is available over the new reversible USB Type-C and the traditional USB Standard-A connector for better compatibility over a wider range of devices.

Connecting the Future - USB Type-C
The World's Next Universal Connector Reversible USB Type-C with USB 3.1
The USB Type-C is a new reversible connector that is loaded with useful features such as USB 3.1 support for 10 Gb/s transfer speed and DisplayPort 1.2 support to connect 4K monitors. Powered by the Intel controller, this little port is the better USB Type-C.

PCIe Gen3 x4 M.2
With PCIe Gen3 x4 M.2 connectors onboard, GIGABYTE brings to the user PCI-Express connectivity for SSD devices. Delivering up to 32 Gb/s data transfer speed per connector, the dual M.2 provides an ideal storage solution as it also supports RAID modes.


Support for DDR4 2133 MHz Memory Modules
The next generation of DRAM is here with DDR4. Featuring stock frequencies starting at 2133 MHz, DDR4 delivers up to 20% less energy consumption and twice as much density as the previous generation DDR3. DDR4 can help GIGABYTE users to load their programs faster, increase responsiveness of their system and help them to handle heavy data tasks in a flash. GIGABYTE motherboards provide Dual Channel DDR4 memory support across the entire range, bringing exceptionally fast memory access.

ECC Memory (Error-correcting code)
Utilizing specialized memory chips on the RAM modules, it can eliminate small data discrepancies and prevent data corruption to ensure reliability for critical applications while helping to reduce system crashes.

Dual Intel GbE LAN
Primary LAN Intel I210-AT support the best virtualization compatibility and performance.
Secondary LAN Intel I219LM supports Intel vPRO technology.

2-Way SLI/3-Way CrossFire Multi-Graphics
Multi-graphics configuration offers better graphics performance for gaming enthusiasts who demand the highest frame rates without compromising on resolution.

Industry Leading Ultra Durable PCIe Metal Shielding
The innovative one piece stainless steel shielding design from GIGABYTE reinforces the PCIe connectors to provide the extra strength required to support heavy graphics cards.

Next Generation SATA Express
SATA Express combines the benefits of PCI Express and SATA to provide much higher bandwidth, featuring data transfer rates of up to 16Gb/s.

Turbo B-Clock:
Built-in Advanced Performance Tuning IC
Thanks to the onboard TURBO B-Clock Tuning IC, GIGABYTE Motherboards enable Overclockers to have the ability to change their BCLK Frequency to a desired value of their choice. With the new linear range adjustment option of the Tuning IC, ranges from 90MHz to 500MHz are now possible, so that overclockers are not limited to the 5% ranges of traditional straps.

All New GIGABYTE App Center Including EasyTune, Cloud Station Utilities and More...
GIGABYTE's EasyTune is a simple and easy-to-use interface that allows users to fine-tune their system settings or adjust system and memory clocks and voltages in a Windows environment. With Smart Quick Boost, one click is all it takes to automatically overclock your system, giving an added performance boost when you need it the most.

APP Center
GIGABYTE APP Center gives you easy access to a wealth of GIGABYTE APPs that help you get the most from your GIGABYTE motherboard. Using a simple, unified user interface, GIGABYTE APP Center allows you to launch all GIGABYTE APPs installed on your system.

Easy Tune
Get the highest levels of performance from your PC with easy to use GIGABYTE overclocking features.

Cloud Station
GIGABYTE Cloud Station is composed of several GIGABYTE unique apps that allow your smart phones/tablet devices to communicate, share resources, and control your desktop PC via a wireless connection.

Long Lifespan Durable Black Solid Caps
GIGABYTE motherboards integrate the absolute best quality solid state capacitors that are rated to perform at maximum efficiency for extended periods, even in extreme performance configurations. With ultra-low ESR no matter how high the CPU load, this provides peace of mind for end users who want to push their system hard, yet demand absolute reliability and stability. These exclusive capacitors also come in customized jet black, exclusively on GIGABYTE motherboards.

Gold Plated CPU Socket Design
GIGABYTE motherboards come equipped with a gold plated CPU socket, which means that enthusiasts can enjoy absolute reliability and longevity for the CPU socket overtime, without having any concerns about corroded pins or bad contacts.

Features
Supports the Intel Xeon E3-1200 v5 processor & 6th Gen. Intel Core / Pentium / Celeron Processor
Dual Channel, ECC Unbuffered / Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR4, 4 DIMMs
Intel USB 3.1 with USB Type-C & PD 2.0 36W Support
2-Way SLI & 3-Way CrossFire Multi-Graphics Support
NVMe PCIe Gen3 x4 22110 M.2 Interface & U.2 Interface for Intel SSD 750
2 SATA Express Connectors for Up to 16Gb/s Data Transfer
Supports 2 SATA Disk on Modules for Storage Expansion
Dual Intel GbE LAN with cFosSpeed Internet Accelerator Software
115dB SNR HD Audio with Built-in Rear Audio Amplifier
High Quality Audio Capacitors and Audio Noise Guard with Ambient LED Trace Path Lighting
Ultra Durable Metal Shielding over PCIe and DDR Slots
GIGABYTE UEFI DualBIOS Technology
APP Center Including EasyTune and Cloud Station Utilities

Technical details

General
Brand : Gigabyte
Model : GA-X170-WS ECC

CPU    
Support for Intel Xeon E3-1200 v5 processors/Intel Core processors/ Intel Pentium processors/Intel Celeron processors in the LGA1151 package
L3 cache varies with CPU

Chipset    
Intel C236 Chipset

Memory    
4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 64 GB of system memory
Dual channel memory architecture
Support for DDR4 2133 MHz memory modules
Support for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules
Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modules

Onboard Graphics
Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel HD Graphics support:
1 x DisplayPorts, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2304@60 Hz
1 x DVI-D port, supporting a maximum resolution of 1920x1200@60 Hz
Maximum shared memory of 512 MB

Audio    
Realtek ALC1150 codec
High Definition Audio
2/4/5.1/7.1-channel
Support for S/PDIF Out

LAN    
2 x Intel GbE LAN chips (10/100/1000 Mbit)
Support for Teaming

Expansion Slots
1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16)
1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x8 (PCIEX8)
1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4)
1 x PCI Express x1 slot
2 x PCI slot

Multi-Graphics Technology    
Support for 3-Way/2-Way AMD CrossFire and 2-Way NVIDIA SLI Technology

Storage Interface
Chipset
1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 SATA and PCIe x4/x2 SSD support)
1 x U.2 connector
2 x SATA Express connectors
6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (SATA3 0~5)
Support for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10

ASMedia ASM1061 chip
2 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors (GSATA3 6~7), supporting AHCI mode only

USB
Chipset+Intel USB 3.1 Controller
1 x USB Type-C port on the back panel, with USB 3.1 support
1 x USB 3.1 Type-A port (red) on the back panel
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Chipset
6 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports (3 ports on the back panel, 1 ports onboard, 2 ports available through the internal USB headers)
6 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports (2 ports on the back panel, 4 ports available through the internal USB headers)

Internal I/O Connectors    
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector
1 x power information detection header (PMBUS)
1 x U.2 connector
1 x M.2 Socket 3 connector
2 x SATA Express connectors
8 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors
2 x SATA power headers (SATA_DOM)
2 x SATA detection headers (SATA_SGP)
1 x CPU fan header
1 x water cooling fan header (CPU_OPT)
1 x system fan header (SYS_FAN2)
3 x system fan/water cooling pump headers (SYS_FAN1/3/4_PUMP)
3 x smart fan mode control jumpers
3 x temperature sensor headers
1 x front panel header
1 x front panel audio header
1 x USB 3.0/2.0 header
1 x USB 3.0/2.0 port (USB30_OB)
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers
1 x S/PDIF Out header
1 x Trusted Platform Module (TPM) header
2 x serial port headers
1 x Thunderbolt add-in card connector
1 x Clear CMOS jumper
1 x power button
1 x reset button
1 x Clear CMOS button
1 x BIOS switch

Back Panel Connectors    
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse port
1 x DVI-D port
1 x DisplayPort
1 x USB Type-C port, with USB 3.1 support
1 x USB 3.1 Type-A port (red)
3 x USB 3.0/2.0 ports
2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports
2 x RJ-45 ports
1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector
5 x audio jacks (Center/Subwoofer Speaker Out, Rear Speaker Out, Line In, Line Out, Mic In)

I/O Controller    
iTE I/O Controller Chip

H/W Monitoring    
System voltage detection
CPU/System/Chipset temperature detection
CPU/CPU OPT/System fan (pump) speed detection
CPU/System/Chipset overheating warning
CPU/CPU OPT/System fan (pump) fail warning
CPU/CPU OPT/System fan (pump) speed control

BIOS    
2 x 128 Mbit flash
Use of licensed AMI UEFI BIOS
PnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0

Unique Features    
Support for APP Center
* Available applications in APP Center may vary by motherboard model. Supported functions of each application may also vary depending on motherboard specifications.
@BIOS
Ambient LED
ON/OFF Charge
System Information Viewer
Support for Q-Flash
Support for Xpress Install

Bundle Software    
Norton Internet Security (OEM version)
Intel Smart Response Technology (Olny for iRST mode)

Operating System    
Support for Windows 10/8.1 64-bit
Support for Windows 7 32-bit/64-bit

Form Factor    
ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm