ASUS Pro WS W480 Ace DDR4 Intel Motherboard

The ASUS Pro WS W480-ACE is a professional-grade ATX workstation motherboard built on Intel's W480 chipset with an LGA 1200 socket. It is designed to support 10th Gen Intel Core processors and Intel Xeon W-1200 series workstation processors, making it a capable foundation for demanding creative, engineering, and AI-assisted workloads such as 3D rendering, animation, media production, and deep learning inference. At the heart of its power delivery is a 12+2 power stage design using DrMOS components, paired with ProCool II power connectors that maintain flush contact with PSU lines and feature metal armor for improved heat dissipation. This robust power architecture ensures stable delivery even under sustained, heavy CPU loads typical in always-on workstation deployments. The board supports DDR4-2933 ECC memory, which automatically detects and corrects single-bit data errors — a critical reliability feature for professional environments where data integrity matters. Two PCIe 3.0 x16 slots enable multi-GPU configurations, including support for NVIDIA Quadro and AMD CrossFireX, giving visualization and simulation professionals the flexibility they need. Connectivity is a highlight: dual onboard Ethernet ports — one Intel 2.5G and one standard — enable fast file transfers and high-resolution video streaming. Two Thunderbolt 3 Type-C ports each deliver up to 40 Gbps of aggregate bandwidth, support DisplayPort 1.4 output, daisy-chain up to six devices per port, and provide 15 W of charging power. The I/O panel also includes four USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports and two USB 3.2 Type-C connectors, with an additional front-panel Type-C header. Dual M.2 slots support both SATA and PCIe 3.0 x4 modes (up to 32 Gbps), and each slot is covered by an integrated heatsink to reduce thermal throttling and extend SSD longevity. The onboard RTL8117 management controller provides hardware-level remote access — allowing IT administrators to manage BIOS settings, perform resets, and initiate OS installations even when the system is unresponsive or lacks an OS. ASUS Control Center Express software offers centralized monitoring and management of the board and compatible ASUS systems across an organization, supporting over 100 ASUS motherboard models. The AI Cooling function automatically adjusts connected fan speeds based on real-time CPU temperature readings and system load, keeping noise low during light tasks and ramping up airflow only when needed. Verified Specifications: - Socket: Intel LGA 1200 - Chipset: Intel W480 - Memory: DDR4-2933 ECC support - Power Stages: 12+2 DrMOS - PCIe Slots: 2 × PCIe 3.0 x16 - M.2 Slots: 2 (SATA + PCIe 3.0 x4, up to 32 Gbps) - LAN: Intel 2.5G Ethernet + secondary LAN (dual port) - Thunderbolt: 2 × Thunderbolt 3 Type-C (40 Gbps each, 15 W charging) - USB: 4 × USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A, 2 × USB 3.2 Type-C, front-panel Type-C header - Management: RTL8117 hardware-level management controller - Operating Temperature: Up to 45°C; up to 80% humidity - Package Weight: 3 kg - Package Dimensions: 40 × 40 × 15 cm