Feature

• Intel^® LGA 1700 socket: Ready for 13^th Gen Intel^® Core™ processors & 12^th Gen Intel^® Core™, Pentium^® Gold and Celeron^® Processors
• Bundle with IPMI expansion card: Equips with a dedicated Ethernet controller to BMC chip to provide the intelligence for its IPMI architecture
• Enhanced power solution: DrMOS, ProCool connector, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery
• Next-gen connectivity: Dual PCIe 5.0 SafeSlots, dual PCIe 3.0 slots, 3 x M.2 PCIe 4.0, SlimSAS, dual Intel^® 2.5Gb Ethernet, front panel USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C^®, Thunderbolt™ 4 header support, TPM header, LPT header
• Comprehensive cooling: Large VRM heatsink, M.2 heatsinks, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 4
• Advanced security management: USB port management, software blacklisting and Regedit on/off controls via ASUS Control Center Express
• Trusted stability: Tested for 24/7 operation, validated for extensive compatibility and equipped with SafeSlot and SafeDIMM for enhanced durability

Workstation Level Performance

ASUS Pro WS W680-ACE is 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. The Pro WS W680-ACE includes centralized management software, providing an efficient and cost-effective option for IT administrators.

ECC Memory Support

Designed for creative professionals who require outstanding performance, reliability and enhanced security, ASUS Pro WS W680-ACE motherboard is powered by Intel’s 13th and 12th Gen 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.

Control Center Express

The 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 across your organization.

SafeSlot and SafeDIMM

PCIe 5.0 is 2x faster than PCIe 4.0, and it is combined with SafeSlot to ensure the highest data speeds. SafeSlot is a reinforced metal sheath added to a PCIe slot to keep a card firmly installed. Meanwhile, strong ASUS SafeDIMM sheathes support and protect memory modules on select ASUS motherboards, empowering you to insert your modules with speed, accuracy, and confidence.

Expansive Design

Two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots provide flexible system configurability and expandability. With support for NVIDIA Quadro graphics cards for enhanced performance in modelling, simulation, and rendering applications, you can streamline your workload with ease.

Thermal Solution

VRM, PCH, and M.2 heatsinks all offer enhanced thermal capabilities designed for their respective MOSFET, chipset, and storage areas. Each section is designed to withstand heavy loads, especially during prolonged rendering and file exporting sessions.