1700 ASUS PRO WS W680M-ACE

WORKSTATION MAINBOARD
ASUS Pro Workstation motherboards are designed for professionals in AI training, deep learning, animation, 3D rendering, and media production. With expandable graphics cards, ample storage, impressive connectivity, and exceptional overall performance and reliability, Pro Workstation motherboards are the ideal solution for creative professionals. Each motherboard includes centralized management software, making them an efficient and cost-effective option for IT administrators as well.

Extremely powerful rear connectors
The motherboard features four USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, a reversible USB Type-C® port, and front panel connectors to support additional USB expansion.

ECC memory support
The ASUS Pro WS W680M-ACE SE motherboard is designed for creative professionals who demand outstanding performance, reliability, and enhanced security. Powered by the latest 13th and 12th generation Intel® processors for always-on usage scenarios, it supports ECC memory to automatically detect and correct data errors.

Two 2.5G Ethernet ports
Enhanced connectivity with two integrated Ethernet ports. Intel® 2.5G Ethernet improves your traditional LAN connection with up to 2.5 times the bandwidth. Using your existing Ethernet cable, you can experience faster file transfers and instantly stream high-definition video.

BMC Remote Management
An integrated Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) is a key feature for workstations. It uses a 1G Realtek controller, with one 1G port dedicated to the BMC to provide the intelligence for its IPMI architecture. The BMC manages the interface between the system management software and the platform hardware. Administrators can communicate remotely with the BMC to take corrective actions, such as resetting or powering off a system.

ASUS Control Center Express
Optimal business performance requires intelligent IT management. ASUS Control Center Express is an intuitive and secure software that simplifies IT operations and improves work productivity by providing comprehensive control over all systems in your organization. Furthermore, ASUS Control Center Express is compatible with over 100 ASUS motherboards, giving you greater upgrade flexibility and fewer compatibility issues.

Two M.2 & SlimSAS storage devices
Two PCIe® 4.0 M.2 slots are available for seamless operation between PCIe® 4.0 SSD storage devices. Users working with large files can combine multiple NVMe™ devices in a RAID array for increased I/O bandwidth and seamless playback in their work bays. A SlimSAS port connects to a SlimSAS device under the PCIe® 4.0 x4 channel to support up to four SATA devices via a single cable, supporting SATA RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10.

* These features require Intel® Rapid Storage Technology and Intel® Optane H-series memory in the M.2 slots connected to the PCH.

Cooling solution
VRM heat sink
A large, special heat sink with a large surface area, covering the VRM and throttle areas, improves heat dissipation.

PCH heat sink
An increased surface area for the chipset cooler maximizes performance and heat dissipation.

M.2 Heatsink
The M.2 slot has its own heatsink that keeps the M.2 SSD at optimal operating temperature to ensure consistent performance and reliability.

Q-Latch
The innovative Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without special tools. The design uses a simple locking mechanism to secure the drive and eliminates the need for conventional screws.

SafeSlot & SafeDIMM
PCIe® 5.0 is twice as fast as PCIe® 4.0, so ASUS has optimized its SMT manufacturing process for the faster SafeSlot to ensure the highest data transfer rates. SafeSlot is a reinforced metal shroud added to a PCIe® slot to securely mount a card. The robust ASUS SafeDIMM shrouds support and protect memory modules on select ASUS motherboards, allowing you to install your modules quickly, accurately, and securely.

24/7 reliability
Optimized for 24/7 operation, the Mainboard Pro WS W680M-ACE SE has been tested for temperatures up to 45 °C and 80% humidity, making it suitable for a wide variety of operating environments.

Validation of compatibility
The ASUS Pro WS W680M-ACE SE motherboard has been extensively tested for compatibility with over 1,000 components and devices. Every new ASUS motherboard model undergoes at least 8,000 hours of rigorous testing, ensuring you can be 100% confident that it is suitable for all environments and applications.