CWWK S2 10GbE Firewall Mini PC

The CWWK S2 is a dual-10GbE SFP+ firewall mini PC available with Intel N100, N150, Core i3-N305 and Core 3 N355 processors. It combines two 10GbE SFP+ interfaces, two 2.5GbE LAN ports, DDR5 memory, NVMe and SATA storage, VESA mounting and an active cooling structure inside CWWK's Large-Back aluminum chassis.

Intel N100, N150, N305 and N355 Processor Options

CW-S2 is available with four Intel N-Series processor options, allowing the same 10GbE networking platform to be configured for different firewall, routing, VPN and home lab workloads.

Intel N100 Low-power processor option for firewall, routing, VLAN and everyday network appliance workloads.

Intel N150 Updated low-power option for compact routing, VPN and multi-gigabit networking deployments.

Intel Core i3-N305 Higher-core-count option for heavier network services, virtualization and multi-service deployments.

Intel Core 3 N355 Higher-performance N-Series option for more demanding firewall and home lab workloads.

Dual 10GbE SFP+ and Dual 2.5GbE Networking

CW-S2 combines two 10GbE SFP+ interfaces with two 2.5GbE RJ45 ports, giving you high-speed fiber or DAC uplinks together with multi-gigabit copper Ethernet in one compact firewall platform.

2 × 10GbE SFP+ High-speed SFP+ connectivity for compatible optical modules, DAC links, switches and servers.

Intel 82599 The 10GbE SFP+ network section is based on the Intel 82599 controller.

2 × 2.5GbE RJ45 Two additional multi-gigabit copper Ethernet interfaces for WAN, LAN or segmented networks.

Flexible Topology Combine SFP+ uplinks and RJ45 interfaces for firewall, routing, VLAN and home lab network architectures.

CWWK S2 dual 10GbE SFP+ and dual 2.5GbE firewall mini PC interface overview

DDR5 Memory, NVMe and SATA Storage

CW-S2 supports DDR5 memory together with native M.2 NVMe storage, M.2 E-Key expansion and SATA connectivity for flexible system and local-storage configurations.

DDR5 SO-DIMM Supports DDR5 4800 / 5200 / 5600MHz memory with a maximum capacity of 32GB.

1 × M.2 2280 NVMe Native M.2 2280 interface for high-speed NVMe SSD storage.

1 × SATA 3.0 Supports installation of a compatible 2.5-inch SATA SSD or HDD.

The motherboard also includes an M.2 E-Key 2230 interface. An M.2 NVMe adapter board is installed in this position by default and can be removed when the interface is required for a compatible WiFi module.

M.2 2280 NVMe M.2 E-Key 2230 SATA 3.0 4-Pin SATA Power DDR5 Max 32GB

CWWK S2 motherboard with dual 10GbE SFP+ dual 2.5GbE DDR5 NVMe SATA and expansion interfaces

CWWK S2 motherboard interface layout with DDR5 M.2 NVMe M.2 E-Key SATA Ethernet and expansion connections

Shared Motherboard Platform Across S1, S2, S6 and S8

CW-S1, CW-S2, CW-S6 and CW-S8 use the same core motherboard platform. Their network topology, memory architecture and storage interfaces remain the same, while the primary differences between the four models come from their chassis designs, dimensions and cooling structures.

One Shared Motherboard S1, S2, S6 and S8 are built around the same dual-10GbE SFP+ and dual-2.5GbE motherboard platform.

Different Chassis Designs Each model uses a different enclosure and thermal structure while retaining the same core motherboard architecture.

CWWK S1 S2 S6 and S8 different chassis sharing the same dual 10GbE SFP+ motherboard platform

Choose Your Chassis: S1 vs S2 vs S6 vs S8

S1, S2, S6 and S8 share the same core motherboard and network architecture. Choose between them primarily by chassis size, enclosure design and cooling structure.

CWWK S1 Flagship Chassis 178 × 145 × 58 mm
Larger flagship enclosure View S1 →

Current Model CWWK S2 Large-Back Chassis 155 × 135 × 65 mm
Large-Back enclosure

CWWK S6 High-Fin Chassis 145 × 130 × 55 mm
5.71 × 5.12 × 2.17 in View S6 → CWWK S8 Official Chassis 158.3 × 135.6 × 60.2 mm
Official enclosure design View S8 →

The motherboard platform remains consistent across all four models. Chassis dimensions and thermal construction are the main physical differences.

Large-Back Aluminum Chassis

CW-S2 uses CWWK's Large-Back aluminum enclosure measuring 155 × 135 × 65 mm. The enclosure provides additional internal volume for the shared motherboard platform, storage components and active cooling structure.

mm Length
mm Width
mm Height
5 × 13.5 × 6.5 cm
10 × 5.31 × 2.56 in
      Large-Back Chassis
      Aluminum Enclosure
    

CWWK S2 internal hardware layout inside the Large-Back aluminum chassis

Copper Heat Conduction, Cooling Fins and Built-in Fan

CW-S2 combines a built-in cooling fan, aluminum chassis, copper heat conduction structure and external cooling fins to support sustained firewall, routing and 10GbE networking workloads.

Built-in Fan Provides active airflow to help manage heat during continuous network workloads.

Copper Heat Conduction Transfers heat away from the processor area toward the main thermal structure.

Aluminum Chassis The enclosure provides additional external surface area for heat dissipation.

Cooling Fins External fins increase heat-dissipation surface area around the chassis.

CWWK S2 exploded cooling structure with built-in fan aluminum chassis copper heat conduction and cooling fins

2.5-Inch SATA SSD and HDD Expansion

CW-S2 provides a SATA 3.0 interface and 4-pin SATA power socket for installing a compatible 2.5-inch SATA SSD or HDD inside the chassis.

2.5-Inch SATA Storage Add a compatible 2.5-inch SSD or HDD for additional local storage.

Data + Power Connection The motherboard provides both SATA 3.0 connectivity and a dedicated 4-pin SATA power socket.

Shop 2.5-Inch SATA Data & Power Cable →

VESA Mounting for Flexible Installation

CW-S2 supports VESA mounting for compact deployments where the system needs to be mounted behind a compatible display or on a suitable installation surface.

VESA Mounting Supports compatible VESA installation for more flexible placement.

Space-Saving Deployment Suitable for compact network stations, workspaces and other installations where desktop space is limited.

CWWK S2 firewall mini PC VESA mounting installation

Firewall, Routing and Home Lab Deployment

The combination of dual 10GbE SFP+, dual 2.5GbE Ethernet and multiple Intel N-Series processor options makes CW-S2 suitable for a wide range of network appliance deployments.

Firewall Appliance Build multi-gigabit firewall and gateway systems using dedicated SFP+ and RJ45 interfaces.

10GbE Routing Use SFP+ connections for high-speed routing, uplinks, aggregation or links to compatible switches and servers.

Home Lab Deploy routing, VPN, VLAN and other x86 network services from one compact platform.

Front and Rear I/O Connectivity

CW-S2 combines dual 10GbE SFP+, dual 2.5GbE Ethernet, display, USB, storage and expansion interfaces within the Large-Back chassis.

2 × 10GbE SFP+ interfaces
Intel 82599 network controller
2 × 2.5GbE RJ45 interfaces
1 × M.2 2280 NVMe slot
1 × M.2 E-Key 2230 slot
1 × SATA 3.0 interface
1 × 4-pin SATA power socket
Shared S1 / S2 / S6 / S8 motherboard platform

CWWK S2 front and rear I O layout with dual 10GbE SFP+ dual 2.5GbE LAN and system interfaces

Technical Specifications

Model	CWWK CW-S2
Product Type	10GbE SFP+ Firewall Mini PC
Processor Options	Intel N100 / Intel N150 / Intel Core i3-N305 / Intel Core 3 N355
10GbE Network	2 × 10GbE SFP+
10GbE Controller	Intel 82599
2.5GbE Network	2 × 2.5GbE RJ45
Memory	1 × DDR5 SO-DIMM, DDR5 4800 / 5200 / 5600MHz, up to 32GB
NVMe Storage	1 × M.2 2280 NVMe SSD slot
M.2 E-Key	1 × M.2 E-Key 2230 slot; M.2 NVMe adapter board installed by default
SATA Storage	1 × SATA 3.0 interface for compatible 2.5-inch HDD / SSD
SATA Power	1 × 4-pin SATA power socket
Cooling	Active cooling with built-in fan, copper heat conduction structure, aluminum chassis and cooling fins
Chassis	CWWK Large-Back aluminum chassis
Mounting	VESA mounting supported
Dimensions	155 × 135 × 65 mm / 15.5 × 13.5 × 6.5 cm / 6.10 × 5.31 × 2.56 in
Motherboard Platform	Shared motherboard platform used by CW-S1 / CW-S2 / CW-S6 / CW-S8

FAQ

Which processors are available for the CWWK S2?

CW-S2 is available with Intel N100, Intel N150, Intel Core i3-N305 and Intel Core 3 N355 processor options.

How many 10GbE ports does CW-S2 have?

CW-S2 provides two 10GbE SFP+ interfaces based on the Intel 82599 network controller.

Does CW-S2 also have 2.5GbE Ethernet?

Yes. CW-S2 provides two additional 2.5GbE RJ45 interfaces.

Do CW-S1, CW-S2, CW-S6 and CW-S8 use the same motherboard?

Yes. CW-S1, CW-S2, CW-S6 and CW-S8 use the same core motherboard platform and share the same dual 10GbE SFP+, dual 2.5GbE, DDR5, NVMe and SATA architecture. Their main differences are the chassis, dimensions and cooling structures.

What makes CW-S2 different from CW-S1, CW-S6 and CW-S8?

CW-S2 uses CWWK's Large-Back aluminum chassis measuring 155 × 135 × 65 mm. Its enclosure and thermal structure differ from the other models while the core motherboard platform remains the same.

How much DDR5 memory does CW-S2 support?

CW-S2 provides one DDR5 SO-DIMM slot supporting DDR5 4800, 5200 and 5600MHz memory with a maximum capacity of 32GB.

Does CW-S2 support NVMe storage?

Yes. CW-S2 provides one M.2 2280 NVMe SSD slot. The M.2 E-Key 2230 interface also has an M.2 NVMe adapter board installed by default.

Can CW-S2 install a 2.5-inch SATA SSD or HDD?

Yes. CW-S2 provides a SATA 3.0 interface and 4-pin SATA power socket for a compatible 2.5-inch SATA SSD or HDD.

Is CW-S2 fanless?

No. CW-S2 uses active cooling and includes a built-in fan together with a copper heat-conduction structure, aluminum enclosure and cooling fins.

Does CW-S2 support VESA mounting?

Yes. CW-S2 supports compatible VESA mounting for more flexible installation.

Is CW-S2 suitable for firewall and 10GbE routing?

Yes. CW-S2 is designed for firewall, routing, VPN, VLAN and home lab deployments that require dual 10GbE SFP+ and dual 2.5GbE connectivity.