Asus PRO-WS-X299 SAGE-II Intel Workstation Motherboard

Asus PRO-WS-X299 SAGE-II Intel Workstation Motherboard
Intel CEB motherboard LGA 2066 for Intel Core X-series processors, with AI Overclocking, dual Intel 2.5G Ethernet, 7 PCIe Gen 3 slots, DDR4 4266 MHz memory support, dual M.2, triple U.2, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C and Aura Sync RGB lighting

FEATURES
Intel LGA 2066 socket : Ready for the latest Intel® Core™ X-series processors
AI Overclocking : Quickly optimizes CPU performance by profiling the CPU and cooler, achieving results that are extremely close to manual tuning by experts
Dual Intel® 2.5G LAN : Offers increased data throughput and improved efficiency, making it ideal for large file transfers and backup
Fits up to 4-way graphics cards : Includes 7 PCIe Gen 3 x16 slots and supports NVIDIA® SLI and AMD CrossFire™
Ultra-efficient VRM heatsink : Metal-fin-array design maximizes surface area for heat dissipation to enable unthrottled performance
Next-gen connectivity : Next-gen transfer speeds with dual M.2, triple U.2 and USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A and Type-C™

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 with support for out-of-band management, so they're also an efficient and cost-effective option for IT administrators.

Breakthrough Performance
Intel®'s high-end desktop platform raises the stakes with updated Intel Core™ X-Series Processors that boast cores, cache, and bandwidth. The Pro WS X299 Sage II is ready for the additional processing power that plows through CPU-intensive tasks, and the extra bandwidth allows you to add more GPUs and NVMe SSDs to accelerate a wide range of work.

our Dual-slot GPUs support
Pro WS X299 Sage II fits up to four dual-slot graphics cards and supports both NVIDIA® SLI™ and AMD CrossFire™ 4-way configurations to enable multi-GPU setups that harness the full power of the latest graphics technologies, including NVIDIA® Quadro®. NVIDIA® Quadro® is the perfect complement to Pro WS X299 Sage II, delivering the best performance for design, modeling, medical research, and processing-intensive simulation and rendering applications.

Make your memory go faster
With optimized trace paths for time-aligned signaling and minimal crosstalk, Third-generation ASUS T-Topology offers enhanced memory stability and compatibility, allowing support for memory speeds of DDR4-4266 MHz and beyond.

Intel Dual 2.5G Internet
2.5G on-board Ethernet kicks your Ethernet connection up a notch with an up to 2.5X bandwidth improvement. Using your existing Ethernet cable, you can take advantage this networking upgrade to experience smoother, lag-free gaming, immediately stream high-resolution videos and enjoy faster file transfers.

Thunderbolt 3 card
Pro WS X299 Sage II provides full support for a ThunderboltEX 3 card. An Intel®-certified Thunderbolt™ 3 add-on card enables breathtaking bi-directional speeds of up to 40Gbps through a single cable — up to 4X faster than other PC data-transfer protocols. Beyond sheer bandwidth, Thunderbolt™ 3 supports daisy-chaining up to six devices, utilizes a Type-C reversible connector for compatibility with the latest USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-C devices, and meets USB power delivery specifications for fast, high-power charging.

USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports
The back panel of the Pro WS X299 Sage II features two USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports, including one reversible Type-C™ and one backward-compatible Type-A to deliver ultimate connection flexibility and blazing data-transfer speeds of up to 10Gbps.

USB 3.2 Gen 2 front-panel header
Pro WS X299 Sage II's front panel USB 3.2 header is ready for next-gen PC cases and devices.

M.2 & U.2
Achieve speed with onboard M.2 & U.2
Professional applications require fast solid-state storage, which is why the Pro WS X299 Sage II is equipped with dual M.2 slots and triple U.2 slots that are compatible with the latest NVMe SSDs. M.2 slots support longer 110 mm drives, and they can be configured into bootable RAID arrays connected directly to the CPU via Intel VROC technology.

VROC
Virtual RAID on CPU (VROC) is an all-new feature of Pro WS X299 Sage that enables use of an Intel VROC hardware key. With VROC, you can easily configure RAID arrays and eliminate traditional bottlenecks, so your storage is not held back by other traffic — perfect for busy scratch drives and content libraries.

Tune it your way
Comprehensive controls form the foundation of the ASUS X299 motherboards. The Pro WS X299 Sage II packs flexible tools to tune every aspect of your system to deliver the performance that you desire.

AI Overclocking
ASUS AI Overclocking makes automatic tuning faster and smarter than ever before. Available in Windows or directly through the UEFI, it profiles the CPU and cooling to predict the optimal configuration for each individual system.

5-Way Optimization
One click takes care of all that complex tuning. ASUS 5-Way Optimization makes your PC smart. It dynamically optimizes essential aspects of the system, providing 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 quiet as a whisper for everyday computing, and deliver optimal airflow when the system is crunching through CPU or GPU-intensive tasks.
All-new stress test that allows users to optimize and overclock for CPU or memory-centric workloads.

Cool to the core
Effective cooling is extremely important, even at stock speeds. That is why the Pro WS X299 Sage II allows consolidated cooling control of the entire system, even for the most hardcore rigs. It comes equipped with onboard heatsinks, an array of fan headers, the Fan Extension Card II, options for water pump and AIO headers.

Multiple Ultra-efficient heatsinks
Pro WS X299 Sage II features a thoughtful thermal design to ensure maximum performance with no CPU throttling. Its ultra-efficient VRM heatsink with a metal fin array maximizes surface area for heat dissipation, and its heatsinks and a connecting heat-pipe that's situated in the direct path of airflow combine to ensure optimal cooling performance — even under the most demanding workloads.

M.2 heatsink
Pro WS X299 Sage II features an ultra-efficient heatsink to reduce M.2 SSD temperatures for optimal storage performance and improved SSD longevity.

Cooler by design
Fan Xpert 4
ASUS Pro X299 Sage II features the most comprehensive fan controls ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 and the UEFI BIOS.

Audio & Personality
We pay careful attention to all the little details that improve your overall experience, from integrating a flashing utility directly into the UEFI to simplifying firmware updates or displaying your system vital signs. Pro WS X299 Sage II provides the tools you need to personalize your build and stay on top of things.

Exclusive Codec
Realtek codec and unique design features for pristine, powerful audio
Pro WS X299 Sage II utilizes a unique audio codec designed in close collaboration with Realtek — the Realtek S1220A. It also features an unprecedented 120dB signal-to-noise ratio for the stereo line-out and a 113dB SNR for the line-in, providing pristine audio quality. Additionally, a new impedance-sensing circuit automatically adjusts the gain to ensure optimal volume range for your headphones.
DTS:X® Ultra adds a spatial audio feature to boost headphones and speakers for an enhanced gaming, VR, and extended reality experience. DTS:X Ultra supports sound based on channels, scenes, and objects to allow for deeper sonic immersion in enabled content. It also provides post-processing enhancements and device-level tuning for DTS® codecs.

Aura Sync
Outshine your competition
A well-tuned enthusiast system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura offers full RGB lighting control with a variety of functional presets for the built-in RGB LEDs as well as strips connected to the onboard RGB headers.* And it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable ASUS hardware.

ASUS Control Center
Pro WS X299 Sage II features ASUS Control Center (ACC), a centralized and integrated IT management platform for monitoring and controlling ASUS commercial products, including servers, workstations and digital signage. ACC enables remote BIOS updates, monitoring of multiple systems via mobile devices, and one-click software updates and dispatching, allowing easier server management for any IT infrastructure.

Technical Details 
Brand : ASUS
Model : PRO-WS-X299 SAGE-II

Technical Specs
CPU
Intel® Socket 2066 Core™ X-Series Processors
Supports Intel® Virtual RAID on CPU (VROC)

Chipset
Intel® X299

Memory
Intel® Core™ X-series Processors (6-core above)
8 x DIMM, Max. 256GB, DDR4 4266(O.C.)/4200(O.C.)/4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/2933/2666/2400 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)

Multi-GPU Support
Supports NVIDIA® 4-Way SLI® Technology
Supports AMD 4-Way CrossFireX Technology

Expansion Slots
7 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (single x16 or dual x16/x16 or triple x16/x16/x16 or quad x16/x16/x16/x16 or seven x16/x8/x8/x8/x8/x8/x8) *1

Storage
Intel® X299 Chipset :
1 x M.2_1 socket 3, with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE mode)*2
1 x M.2_2 socket 3, with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE mode only)
8 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s)
3 x U.2 connector*3
Support Raid 0, 1, 5, 10
Support Intel® Rapid Storage Technology enterprise 5.1 for X-Series(6-core and above) CPU RAID
Supports Intel® Smart Response Technology
Intel® Rapid Storage Technology 15 support
Intel® Optane™ Memory Ready
Intel® Virtual RAID (VROC) support for CPU RAID

LAN
Intel® I225-LM

Audio
Realtek® S1200A 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
- Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
- Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers
- Supports : Jack-detection, Multi-recording, Front Panel MIC Jack-retasking
- High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output (Line-out at rear) and 113 dB (Line-in)
Audio Feature :
- DTS Connect
- DTS Headphone:X
- DTS X®:Ultra
- Audio amplifier: Provides the highest-quality sound for headphone and speakers
- Premium Japanese-made audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural and immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity
- Unique de-pop circuit: Reduces start-up popping noise to audio outputs
Separate layer for left and right track, ensuring both sound deliver equal quality

USB Ports
Intel® X299 Chipset : 8 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s) (6 at back panel, , 2 at mid-board)
Intel® X299 Chipset : 4 x USB 2.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, )
ASMedia® USB 3.2 Gen 2 controller : 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s) (2 at back panel, , Type-A + USB Type-CTM)
ASMedia® USB 3.2 Gen 2 controller : 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s) (1 at mid-board)

Special Features
OC Design - ASUS PRO Clock II Technology
5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5
- 5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ Power Control, Fan Xpert 3, and Turbo App
TPU
Fan Xpert4
- Fan Xpert 4 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function and multiple thermistors selection for optimized system cooling control
ASUS 5X Protection III :
- ASUS SafeSlot Core: Fortified PCIe Slot prevents damage
- ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design
- ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O: 3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability!
- ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection - Short circuit damage prevention
- ASUS ESD Guards - Enhanced ESD protection
ASUS EPU :
- EPU
ASUS Digital Power Design :
- Industry leading Digital 8  Phase CPU Power Design
- Industry leading Digital 2  Phase DRAM Power Design
AURA :
- Aura RGB Strip Headers
- Aura Addressable Strip Header(s)
ASUS Exclusive Features :
- AI Suite 3
- Ai Charger+
- Crystal Sound 3
ASUS EZ DIY :
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS  
- ASUS EZ Flash  
- ASUS USB BIOS FlashBack™
- Multi-language BIOS
ASUS Q-Design :
- ASUS Q-Shield
- ASUS Q-Cable
- ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-DIMM
- ASUS Q-Connector
M.2 and U.2 Onboard (The Latest Transfer Technology with up to 32Gb/s Data-transfer Speeds for M.2 and U.2)
Thunderbolt 3 support

Back I/O Ports
2 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
1 x USB 3.2  Gen 2(teal blue)Type-A
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (black)USB Type-CTM,
6 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (blue)
4 x USB 2.0 (one port can be switched to USB BIOS FlashBack™)
1 x Optical S/PDIF out
1 x USB BIOS FlashBack™ Button(s)
1 x 8-channel Audio I/O

Internal I/O Ports
2 x CPU Fan connector(s)
2 x Chassis Fan connector(s)
2 x Addressable RGB header
1 x AAFP connector
2 x Aura RGB Strip Headers
1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M key, type 2242/2260 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE mode)
1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE mode only)
1 x TPM header
8 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
1 x VROC_HW_Key
1 x AIO_PUMP connector
1 x Thunderbolt header(s)
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
2 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
1 x Power-on button(s)
1 x Reset button(s)
1 x Clear CMOS button(s)
3 x U.2 connector
1 x System panel connector
1 x COM port header
1 x W_Pump+ Header
1 x Thermal sensor connector
1 x CPU_OV jumper
1 x M.2 Fan Header
1x 6-pin ATX 12V Power connector
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps) connector
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) connector support additional 2 USB ports
3 x U.2 LED switch header

Operating System
Windows® 10 64-bit

Form Factor
CEB Form Factor
12  inch x 10.5  inch ( 30.5  cm x 26.7  cm )

Weight
Color Box(3-in-1)
Net Weight: 5.55kg
Gross Weight: 8.06kg
Bulk Pack(5-in-1)
Net Weight: 6.99kg
Gross Weight: 9.37kg

Environment
Operation temperature: 10℃ ~ 35℃
Non operation temperature: -40℃ ~ 70℃
Non operation humidity: 20% ~ 90% ( Non condensing)