Asus Pro WS W880-ACE SE Gaming Desktop Motherboard with Intel LGA1851 Socket and Thunderbolt 4

Asus Pro Pro WS W880-ACE SE Gaming Desktop Motherboard - Intel W880 Chipset - Socket LGA-1851 - ATX

The Asus Pro WS W880-ACE SE is a high-performance gaming desktop motherboard designed to meet the demanding needs of professional content creators, AI developers, and IT managers. Built on the Intel W880 chipset with an LGA1851 socket, it supports the latest Intel Core Ultra processors (Series 2), ensuring robust processing power for intensive workloads. Its 8+1+2+2 teamed power stages, combined with high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors, deliver efficient and stable power delivery, supporting high-core-count CPUs with ease. The motherboard is engineered for future-proof performance, featuring dual PCIe 5.0 x16 expansion slots capable of supporting next-generation graphics cards at speeds up to 64 GB/s, protected with SafeSlot retention brackets for added durability. This setup makes it ideal for AI applications, deep learning, and high-end gaming setups.

Connectivity is a key strength of the Asus Pro W880-ACE SE, equipped with Thunderbolt 4 for lightning-fast data transfer speeds up to 40Gbps, enabling quick movement of large datasets and supporting multiple 4K or single 8K displays for professional visuals. Dual 2.5Gb Ethernet ports provide reliable network connectivity, essential for data-intensive tasks. The motherboard also includes a PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot and three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots for SSD expansion, ensuring fast storage solutions. Additional features include a USB 20Gbps front-panel header for rapid peripheral connections, and support for AI technologies like AI Cooling II, AI Advisor, and NPU boost, optimized for advanced AI computing environments.

Designed with DIY enthusiasts and enterprise users in mind, it offers features such as M.2 Q-Latch, BIOS FlashBack, and Q-Connector for easy customization and maintenance. Its server-grade IPMI remote management capabilities with onboard BMC via an AST2600 controller, coupled with ASUS Control Center Express software, facilitate comprehensive in-band and out-of-band management, making it suitable for enterprise deployment and remote server management. The motherboard is built to operate efficiently with a dedicated heatsink and active fan for thermal management, ensuring stable operation under load. Its versatile, feature-rich design positions the Asus Pro WS W880-ACE SE as a powerful foundation for high-end workstations, AI research, and professional gaming systems.

Features:

• Ready for advanced AI PCs: Designed for the future of AI computing, with the placement and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications

• Intel LGA1851 socket: Compatible with Intel Core Ultra 9, 7, and 5 desktop processors

• Robust performance: 8+1+2+2 teamed power stages, ProCool II power connectors, high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors

• Future-proofed connectivity: Thunderbolt 4, Dual 2.5Gb Ethernet, two PCIe 5.0 PCIe slots supporting next-gen graphics cards, one PCIe 5.0 M.2, three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, and a USB 20Gbps front-panel header

• Exclusive AI technologies: AI Cooling II, AI Advisor, and NPU boost for optimized AI workloads

• DIY-friendly design: M.2 Q-Latch, BIOS FlashBack, Q-Connector for easy upgrades and maintenance

• Server-grade remote management: Onboard BMC with AST2600 controller and ASUS Control Center Express for comprehensive management and monitoring