Asus PRO-WS-X570-ACE AMD Motherboard

Overview
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.

Multi-GPU support
Fully loaded takes on new meaning when you have up to 24 PCI Express® lanes and those lanes can be split in a 3-way x8/x8/x8 configuration spanning the board's trio of PCIe x16 slots, allowing you to load up on GPUs to accelerate an increasingly diverse array of workloads, including AI training, 3D rendering, and scientific or financial modeling.

ASUS 2-WAY VGA holder
User-friendly design
The Pro WS X570-ACE is packed with an exclusive two-way VGA holder to provide extra rigid support for up to two high-end graphics cards, to prevent potentially damaging bowing or bending. This VGA holder is easy to install and can be mounted with an additional system fan (up to 120mm), making sure your workstation has ample cooling to complete any task.

*Recommended maximum graphics card size: up to 12.90 x 5.90cm (length x depth)

ASUS Control Center Express
Centralized, cost-effective server-grade management
ASUS Control Center Express is centralized server-grade software that works in conjunction with a GbE LAN controller which also serves as a management controller to reduce IT operational costs and improves efficiency. Its out-of-band management enables hardware-level control such as remote hardware reset, BIOS setting and update, and operating system installation across multiple clients, and remotely troubleshoot crashes or unexpected shutdowns.

Make your memory faster and reliable
Error-Correcting-Code (ECC) support offers a potent foundation for your build and enables Pro WS X570-ACE to automatically detect and repair single-bit memory errors, ensuring reliable and responsive performance in mission-critical environments.

ASUS OptiMem
Proprietary Memory Design
ASUS OptiMem memory trace layout unleashes the full performance potential of AMD's Infinity Fabric architecture by enabling higher memory frequencies and lower latencies.

Power delivery enhancements
The 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ processors boast more cores and bandwidth, demanding more power than typical desktop CPUs. Pro WS X570-ACE is geared up for the demands of these high-core-count processors, offering a stable power to ensure optimal performance.

ProCool II power connector
The latest ProCool II is an enhanced EATX 8-pin power connector that offers higher endurance and longer lifespan by lowering impedance to prevent hotspots and connector failure. The new design includes upgrades to metal amour and solid pins for better dissipation, as well as a warning LED display with a BIOS POST message to indicate an improper connection.
Power stages with IR3555 design
The CPU VRM on Pro WS X570-ACE employs a 12+2 power stage design with IR3555, combining high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers into a single package, delivering the power and efficiency that high core count processors demand.

Alloy chokes
The Pro WS X570-ACE series uses efficient alloy chokes and high-quality thermal pads to help transfer heat from the VRM array to a sink with ample surface area for the processors.

Durable capacitors
Durable capacitors are engineered to resist extreme temperatures and provide up to 110% better performance than the industry standard.

8-layer PCB design
Multiple PCB layers shift heat away from critical components, providing more headroom to push your CPUs beyond stock speeds.

Trusted Stability
Pro WS X570-ACE features the most comprehensive cooling controls ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS.

Active PCH Heatsink

PCIe 4.0 provides twice the bandwidth for data flowing through the chipset, which creates more heat than the previous generation. The Pro WS X570-ACE features an actively cooled heatsink to prevent throttling during sustained transfers.

Active Chipset Heatsink Solution includes:

Custom Delta Superflo Fan: The custom low-noise fan features a high-durability bearing with a 60,000-hour L10* lifespan.
Air Duct: A specially-designed air duct helps the fan generate static pressure and concentrates air flow over the fins.
Finned heatsink: The heatsink fin density is optimized to maximize surface area while maintaining a low-resistance exhaust path.
* L10 bearing life is a standard metric that specifies the number of hours that 90% of the bearing are expected to continue successfully operating, as a minimum.

Ultra-efficient VRM Heatsink
Pro WS X570-ACE ensures optimal cooling and system stability for the latest AMD Ryzen® processors. Higher power requirements are balanced by carefully designed heatsinks that carefully balance mass and surface area to maximize thermal dissipation. In addition to the VRM-heatsink array and the heatpipe that's positioned to provide maximum airflow within the chassis, a dedicated fan and heatsink also help to efficiently dissipate heat from the PCH.

24/7 Dependability
Quality reliability test

Optimized for twenty-four seven operations, the motherboard is tested under temperature up to 45°C and humidity up to 80% to ensure it can handle diverse temperature and humidity range of different location.

SafeSlot
Protect your graphics card investment

SafeSlot is the PCIe slot reinvented by ASUS and engineered to provide superior retention and shearing resistance. Manufactured in a single step using an insert-molding process, SafeSlot integrates the slot with fortifying metal for an inherently stronger slot, which is then firmly anchored to the PCB through additional solder points.

TPU Insight
 The TurboV Processing Unit (TPU) is the intelligence behind our automated system-tuning utility, offering the ability to fine-tune voltages, monitor system stats, and adjust overclock parameters for optimal performance.

EPU Guidance
 With the Energy Processing Unit (EPU) you'll enjoy system-wide power savings. The EPU automatically optimizes power consumption and maximizes savings with Away mode — a smart setting that creates an extreme energy-saving scenario by shutting down unused I/O controllers.

Fan Xpert 4
 With Pro WS X570-ACE you have comprehensive control over fans via Fan Expert 4 or our media-acclaimed UEFI. Whether you're cooling with air or water, Auto-Tuning mode intelligently configures all parameters with a single click. There's also an Extreme Quiet mode, which reduces all fan speeds to below the default minimum — keeping your system whisper-quiet when performing light tasks.

Digi+ Power Control
Digi+ delivers real-time control over voltage droop, switching frequency and power -efficiency settings, allowing you to fine-tune CPU voltage regulation for ultimate stability and performance.

Cooler by design
Flexible cooling controls
Pro WS X570-ACE features the most comprehensive cooling controls ever, configurable via Fan Xpert 4 or the UEFI BIOS.

Multiple temperature sources
 Each header can be set to monitor and react to three thermal sensors, and Fan Xpert 4 allows you to assign a sensor to monitor the temperature of supported ASUS graphics cards — all to provide optimal cooling during GPU- or CPU-intensive workloads.

AIO pump
 Dedicated PWM/DC header for self-contained water-cooling setup, built right in.

4-pin PWM/DC fan
 Each onboard header supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.

Smart protection
A dedicated integrated circuit protects each fan header from over-temperature and over-current.

M.2 Heatsink
Keep your SSD cooler
Pro WS X570-ACE features an ultra-efficient heatsink to reduce M.2 SSD temperatures by up to 22°C for optimal storage performance and improved SSD longevity.

M.2 & U.2
Speed up with onboard M.2 & U.2
With x4 PCI Express® 4.0 bandwidth, Pro WS X570-ACE features up to 64Gbps M.2 and U.2 for faster data-transfer speeds — ideal for an operating system or application drive.

USB 3.2 Gen 2 back-panel connectors
Future-proof connectivity
The back panel of the Pro WS X570-ACE features five USB 3.2 Gen 2 connectors, including one reversible Type-C™ and four backward-compatible Type-A to deliver ultimate connection flexibility and blazing data-transfer speeds of up to 10Gbps.

Armoury Crate
The new Armoury Crate portal keeps you updated with the latest drivers and BIOS releases. Its easy-to-use UI can be configured to show a variety of information, including security updates and bug patches.

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.

Features

Three PCIe 4.0 x16 slots with optimized lane arrangement of 3-way x8/x8/x8 to accelerate an increasingly diverse array of workloads
Reliable and responsive ECC memory suitable for mission critical tasks
ASUS Control Center Express: A software utility equipped with a GbE LAN controller for out-of-band management to enhance hardware-level control for improved IT efficiency
Ultra-fast storage: Up to 64Gbps M.2 & 32Gbps U.2, plus up to 10Gbps back-panel USB 3.2 Gen 2 with Type-A and Type-C ports
Ultra-efficient VRM heatsink: Beefy heatsinks, heatpipe, and built-in PCH fan design maximizes surface area for heat dissipation to enable unthrottled performance
Enhanced power solution: 12+2 IR3555 power stages, ProCool II connectors, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery
Active PCH heatsink solution: The low-noise custom Delta Superflo fan with a 60,000-hour durability, plus Air Duct and finned heatsink design for cooling control

Specifications

CPU
AMD AM4 Socket 3rd and 2nd AMD Ryzen™/2nd and 1st Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors

Chipset
AMD X570

Memory
3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Processors
4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 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.)/3200/3000/2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz Un-buffered Memory *
2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Processors
4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/3400(O.C.)/3200(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz Un-buffered Memory
2nd and 1st Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors
4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 3200(O.C.)/3000(O.C.)/2933/2800/2666(O.C.)/2400/2133 MHz Un-buffered Memory
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
ECC Memory (ECC mode) support varies by CPU.

Graphic
Integrated Graphics in the 2nd and 1st Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors
VGA output support : HDMI port
Supports HDMI 2.0b with maximum resolution of 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz
Supports DisplayPort 1.2 with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 60 Hz

Multi-GPU Support
3rd and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Processors
Supports NVIDIA® 2-Way SLI® Technology
Supports AMD 3-Way CrossFireX™ Technology

Expansion Slots
3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Processors
2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x16 or dual x8)
2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Processors
2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16 or dual x8)
2nd and 1st Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors
1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x8 mode)
AMD X570 chipset
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x8 mode)
1 x PCIe 4.0 x1

Storage
3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ Processors :
1 x M.2_1 socket 3, with M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280/22110(PCIE 4.0 x4 and SATA modes) storage devices support
2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™/2nd and 1st Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors :
1 x M.2_1 socket 3, with M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280/22110(PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA modes) storage devices support
AMD X570 chipset :
1 x M.2_2 socket 3, with M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280(PCIE 4.0 x2) storage devices support
1 x U.2 connector, support PCIe 3.0 x4 NVM Express storage
4 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s)
Support Raid 0, 1, 10

LAN
Realtek® RTL8117
Intel® I211-AT
ASUS Turbo LAN Utility
ASUS LAN Guard

Audio
Realtek® S1220A 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC *
Supports : Jack-detection, Front Panel Jack-retasking
Front panel audio connector (AAFP)
Audio Feature :
Optical S/PDIF out port(s) at back panel
Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation and greatly reduced multi-lateral interference
Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left and right channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals
Premium Japanese-made audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural and immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity
Premium Japanese 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
EMI protection cover to prevent electrical noise to affect the amplifier quality
Separate layer for left and right track, ensuring both sound deliver equal quality

USB Ports
3rd and 2nd Gen AMD Ryzen™/2nd and 1st Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors :
3 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 port(s) (2 at back panel, blue, Type-A, 1 at mid-board)
AMD X570 chipset :
5 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s) (4 at back panel, teal blue, Type-A, 1 x Type-C)
AMD X570 chipset :
4 x USB 2.0 port(s) (4 at mid-board)

Workstation Feature
ProCool Power Connector
ASUS Control Center (ACC)

Special Features
5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5
5-Way Optimization tuning key perfectly consolidates TPU, EPU, DIGI+ VRM, Fan Expert 4, and Turbo App
Fan Xpert4
Fan Xpert 4 featuring Fan Auto Tuning function and multiple thermistors selection for optimized system cooling control
ASUS 5X Protection III :
ASUS LANGuard: Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes and static-electricity discharges!
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 SafeSlot - Protect your graphics card Investment
ASUS OptiMem：
Improved DDR4 Stability
ASUS EPU :
EPU
ASUS Exclusive Features :
OptiMem
AI Suite 3
Ai Charger
ESD Guards
Turbo LAN
Armoury Crate
ASUS EZ Flash 3
ASUS NODE : hardware control interface
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution :
Stylish Design: MOS Heat-sink with dual thermal pads design, PCH Fan and PCH Heatsink
ASUS Fan Xpert 4
ASUS EZ DIY :
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
ASUS EZ Flash 3
ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
ASUS Q-Design :
ASUS Q-Shield
ASUS Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
ASUS Q-Slot
ASUS Q-DIMM

Back I/O Ports
1 x DisplayPort
1 x HDMI
2 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
1 x Optical S/PDIF out
5 x Audio jack(s)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) ports Type-A
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps) ports (Type-A)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps) ports (Type-C)

Internal I/O Ports
1 x PCH_FAN
2 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 2.0 port(s)
1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (SATA mode & X4 PCIE mode)
1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE mode only)
1 x COM port(s) connector(s)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
1 x CPU Fan connector(s) (1 x 4 -pin)
1 x CPU OPT Fan connector(s) (1 x 4 -pin)
3 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (3 x 4 -pin)
1 x AIO_PUMP connector (1 x 4 -pin)
1 x S/PDIF out header(s)
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)
1 x System panel(s)
1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
1 x U.2 Connector (support U.2 NVMe device)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) connector support additional 2 USB ports

Accessories
User's manual
I/O Shield
4 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
1 x M.2 Screw Package
1 x Supporting DVD
1 x ASUS VGA Holder

BIOS
256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, SMBIOS 3.2, ACPI 6.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F11 EZ Tuning Wizard, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, F9 Search and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information

Manageability
WOL by PME, PXE

Operating System
Windows® 10 64-bit

Form Factor
ATX Form Factor
12.0 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )