Asus PRO-WS-W480-ACE Intel Workstation Motherboard

Asus PRO-WS-W480-ACE Intel Workstation Motherboard

WORKSTATION MOTHERBOARD
ASUS Pro Workstation motherboards are designed for professionals in AI training, deep learning, animation, 3D rendering or media production. Featuring expandable graphics, extensive 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, so they're also an efficient and cost-effective option for IT administrators.

Workstation Exclusive
Designed for creative professionals who require outstanding performance, reliability and enhanced security, ASUS Pro WS W480-ACE is powered by the latest Intel Xeon W-1200 workstation processors for always-on usage scenarios and supports ECC memory to automatically detect and correct data corruption, reducing the chance of system crashes to ensure workstation stability.

ASUS Control Center Express
The best business performance requires smart IT management. ASUS Control Center Express is an intuitive and secure software designed to simplify IT operations and improve workload productivity by providing comprehensive control of all the systems in your organization. Plus, ASUS Control Center Express is compatible with over 100 ASUS motherboards to give you more upgrade flexibility and less compatibility issues.

Hardware-level Access Control
Pro WS W480-ACE features an onboard RTL8117 management LAN port that gives IT administrators reliable remote hardware-level access to the workstation in the event of a system crash or when no OS is installed. With the ability to manage BIOS settings and perform updates, hardware resets and even OS installations, hardware-level access on Pro WS W480-ACE makes IT management of your business systems easier and more efficient.

Dual Ethernet Bandwidth
Boosted connectivity with dual onboard Ethernet ports. Intel 2.5G Ethernet upgrades your traditional LAN connection with an up to 2.5X bandwidth improvement. Using your existing Ethernet cable, you can experience faster file transfers and immediately stream high-resolution videos.

Dual Thunderbolt™ 3 Type-C Ports
Pro WS W480-ACE features two Thunderbolt 3 ports, offering a total of up to 40 Gbps of aggregate interface bandwidth, which allows numerous devices to be connected to the motherboard at once with ultrafast data transfer speeds. Each Thunderbolt 3 port supports DisplayPort 1.4 output and can daisy-chain to up to six devices, with 15 watts of power to fast-charge devices.

Multi-GPU Support
Two PCIe 3.0 x16 slots provide flexible system configurability and expandability — including support for NVIDIA® Quadro® and AMD CrossFireX™ — for enhanced performance in modelling, simulation, and rendering applications.

Dual M.2 Slots
Dual M.2 slots support SATA and PCIe 3.0 x4 modes, offering up to 32 Gbps data-transfer speeds and flexible M.2 interfaces. Pro WS W480-ACE is also equipped with an ultra-efficient heatsink to reduce M.2 SSD temperatures for optimal storage performance and improved SSD longevity.

Ultrafast USB Connectivity
Pro WS W480-ACE features a robust I/O interface to deliver flexible connectivity and incredibly fast data-transfer speeds. The motherboard comes with four USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type A ports, two reversible USB Type-C connectors and a USB header and front-panel connector to support additional USB expansions.

Robust Power Design
Digital power control and an array of DrMOS power stages ensure that ASUS Pro WS W480-ACE has the strength to handle powerful Intel CPUs.

ProCool II Power Connector
ProCool II sockets are engineered to ensure flush contact with the PSU power lines, and have a metal armor for improved heat dissipation. The connector's lower impedance helps prevent hotspots and improves reliability.

AI Cooling
With one click, AI Cooling function will automatically manage and control motherboard-connected fans to ensure optimal settings based on current system load and temperature.

CPU Temperature Detection
AI Cooling detects CPU temperatures and uses a proprietary algorithm to calculate the lowest fan speed required to effectively cool the system and keep fan noise down.

Automated Optimization
Under stable system loads, the software then automatically lowers fan* speed to the optimal setting, decreasing fan noise without compromising performance.

Ongoing Monitoring
AI Cooling continues to monitor the system and adjust fan speed based on current load.

24/7 Dependability
Optimized for 24/7 operation, Pro WS W480-ACE is tested to work in temperatures of up to 45°C and 80% humidity, ensuring it can handle diverse operating environments.

Solid Compatibility Validation
ASUS Pro WS W480-ACE has been extensively tested for compatibility with over 1,000 components and devices. Each new ASUS motherboard model undergoes a minimum of 8,000 hours of strict tests so that you can be 100% confident it is suitable for all environments and applications.

5-Way Optimization
One-click overclock and cooling

ASUS 5-Way Optimization makes your PC smart. One click takes care of complex tuning, dynamically optimizing essential aspects of your system to provide overclocking and cooling profiles that are tailored for your rig.

An automated tuning utility that optimizes overclocking and cooling profiles for your unique system configuration.

Fans stay whisper-quiet with everyday computing, and deliver optimal airflow when the system is crunching through CPU or GPU-intensive tasks.

Stress test function helps optimize and overclock for CPU- or memory-centric workloads.

Crystal Sound 3
Flawless, immersive audio for entertainment

Audio shielding
Separates analog/digital signal domains, significantly reducing multilateral interference.

Separate layer for left and right tracks
Ensures minimal crosstalk between audio paths.

Integrated amplifier
Capable of driving high-impedance headphones, without rolling-off high or low frequencies.

Premium Japanese-made audio capacitors
Premium parts provide an immersive sound signature, with exceptional fidelity.

Technical Details 
Brand : ASUS
Model : PRO-WS-W480-ACE

Technical Specs
CPU
Intel® Socket 1200 for 10th Gen Intel® Xeon® Core™ , Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors *
Supports Intel® 14 nm CPU
Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0**

Chipset
Intel® W480

Memory
4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 4800(O.C.)/4600(O.C)/4500(O.C)/4400(O.C)/4266(O.C.)/4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3733(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3400(O.C.)/3333(O.C.)/3300(O.C.)/3200(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2933(O.C.)/2800(O.C.)/2666/2400/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory *
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
OptiMem II
* 10th Gen Intel® Core™i9/i7 CPUs support 2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 natively, Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).  
ECC Memory (ECC mode) support varies by CPU.

Thunderbolt
2 x Intel® Thunderbolt™ 3 ports(TypeC™) support DisplayPort and Thunderbolt™ video outputs
Supports DisplayPort 1.4/ with max. resolution 7680/ x 3840/@ 60 Hz*
* VGA resolution support depends on VGA cards´ resolution.
Data transfer rate up to 40 Gbps
Daisy-chain up to 12  Thunderbolt devices
Up to 5V/3A, 15W charging support

Graphic
Integrated Graphics Processor
1  x DisplayPort 1.4 **
1  x HDMI 1.4b
*Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types.
**Support DisplayPort 1.4 with max. resolution of 4096 x 2304 @60Hz. Please refer to www.intel.com for any update.

Multi-GPU Support
Supports AMD 3-Way CrossFireX™ Technology

Expansion Slots
Intel® 10th Gen Processors
2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16 or dual x8) *1
Intel® W480 Chipset
1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x4 mode) *2
2 x PCIe 3.0 x1

Storage
Total supports 2 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Intel® W480 Chipset :
1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)*3
1 x M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)*4
6 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s)
Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
Intel® Rapid Storage Technology supports
Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready

LAN
Intel® I225-LM 2.5Gb Ethernet
Realtek® RTL8117

Audio
Realtek® ALC S1220A 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking, Front Panel MIC Jack-retasking, up to 24-Bit/192kHz playback
- High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and SNR recording input
Audio Feature :
- Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
- Audio Shielding
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
- Premium Japanese audio capacitors
- Audio Cover
- Unique de-pop circuit
* Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192kHz is not supported for 8-Channel audio.

USB Ports
Intel® Thunderbolt™ 3 Controller :
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s) (USB Type-C®)
Rear USB Port ( Total 6  )
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s)(4 x Type-A)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)(2 x Type-A)
Front USB Port ( Total 7  )
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)(1 x USB Type-C®)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)(2 x Type-A)
4 x USB 2.0 port(s)

Operating System Support
Windows® 10 64-bit

Software Features
ASUS Exclusive Software
Armoury Crate
AI Suite 3
Performance And Power Saving Utility
- TPU
- EPU
- Digi+ VRM
- EZ update
- Fan Xpert 4
- Turbo app
IT Management software supported
- ASUS Control Center Express(ACCE)
AI Charger
ASUS Turbo LAN
WinRAR
UEFI BIOS
ASUS EZ DIY
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 3
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
FlexKey

ASUS Special Features
ASUS 5X PROTECTION III
- ASUS DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with Dr. MOS)
- ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection
- ASUS ESD Guards
- ASUS LANGuard
- ASUS Overvoltage Protection
- ASUS SafeSlot Core+
- ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O
ASUS Q-Design
- ASUS Q-DIMM
- ASUS Q-LED
- ASUS Q-Shield
- ASUS Q-Slot
ASUS Thermal Solution
- Aluminum heatsink design
ASUS EZ DIY
- Procool II
- SafeSlot
Out-of-band Management
- BIOS Update Indicator LED
- LAN Initialization Indicator LED

Back I/O Ports
2 x Thunderbolt 3 ports TypeC™
2 x DisplayPort IN ports for Thunderbolt™ 3
1 x HDMI
1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
1 x LAN (2.5G) port(s)
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A
1 x Optical S/PDIF out
5 x Audio jack(s)

Internal I/O Ports
1 x CPU Fan connector(s)
1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s)
3 x Chassis Fan connector(s)
1 x AIO_PUMP connector
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1(up to 5Gbps) connector(s) support(s) additional 1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s) (20-pin, Type-C)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1(up to 5Gbps) connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s)
2 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0 port(s)
2 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (SATA & PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
6 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
1 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connectors
1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)
1 x System panel(s) (Chassis intrusion header is inbuilt) x With flexkey function
1 x Thermal sensor connector(s)
1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
1 x COM port header

BIOS
128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS

Manageability
WOL by PME, PXE

Operating System
Windows® 10 64-bit

Form Factor
ATX Form Factor
12  inch x 9.2  inch ( 30.5  cm x 23.4  cm )