• Chipset ManufacturerIntel
• Chipset ModelW680
• Total Processor Supported1
• Processor SocketSocket LGA-1700
• Processor Generation Supported
  • 13th Gen
  • 12th Gen
• Processor Supported
  • Celeron
  • Core i5
  • Core i7
  • Core i9
  • Pentium Gold
  • Core
• Number of Memory Slots4
• Memory Form Factor
  • DIMM
  • UDIMM
• Maximum Memory Supported128 GB
• Memory TechnologyDDR5 SDRAM
• Intel Optane Memory ReadyYes
• Controller TypeSerial ATA/600
• RAID SupportedYes
• RAID Levels
  • 0
  • 1
  • 5
  • 10
• Onboard VideoCPU Dependent Video
• Audio Channels7.1
• Gigabit EthernetYes
• 2.5Gigabit EthernetYes
• Total Number of Expansion Slots5
• PCI Express Standard
  • PCI Express 5.0
  • PCI Express 4.0
  • PCI Express 3.0
• Total Number of PCI Express Slots5
• Number of PCI Express x1 Slots1
• Number of PCI Express x16 Slots4
• Total Number of USB Ports8
• Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A Ports4
• Number of USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Ports1
• Number of USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Ports1
• VGAYes
• HDMIYes
• HDMI Version2.1
• DisplayPortYes
• Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports2
• ThunderboltYes
• Number of Thunderbolt 4 Ports1
• Number of SATA Interfaces8
• Number of M.2 Interfaces3
• Total Number of Onboard USB Ports7
• Number of Onboard USB 2.0 Ports4
• Form FactorATX
• Width12″
• Depth9.6″
• Package Contents
  • PRO WS W680-ACE Workstation Motherboard
  • 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
  • 1 x Q-connector
  • 1 x M.2 Rubber Packages
  • 2 x Screw package for M.2 SSD
  • 1 x Screw package for M.2 Key E
  • 1 x I/O Shield
  • 1 x User guide
  • 1 x ACC Express Activation Key Card

General Information
Manufacturer: ASUS Computer International
Manufacturer Part Number: PRO WS W680-ACE
Manufacturer Website Address: http://usa.asus.com
Brand Name: Asus
Product Line: Pro
Product Model: WS W680-ACE
Product Name: Pro WS W680-ACE Workstation Motherboard
Marketing Information:

Pro 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, so they’re also an efficient and cost-effective option for IT administrators.

Ultra Powerful Back IO

The motherboard comes with four USB 3.2 Gen 1 type connector, one reversible USB Type-C connector and front-panel connector to support additional USB expansions.

ECC Memory Support

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

Dual 2.5G Ethernet

Boosted connectivity with dual onboard Ethernet ports. Intel 2.5G Ethernet upgrades your traditional LAN connection with an up to 2.5X bandwidth improvement. Using your existing Ethernet cable, you can experience faster file transfers and immediately stream high-resolution videos.

ASUS Control Center Express

The best business performance requires smart IT management. 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.

Multi-GPU Support

Two PCIe 5.0 x16 slots provide flexible system configurability and expandability – including support for NVIDIA® Quadro® – for enhanced performance in modelling, simulation, and rendering applications.

Triple M.2 Slots

Triple M.2 slots support PCIe 4.0, offering up to 64 Gbps data-transfer speeds and flexible M.2 interfaces. The RAID 0/1/5/10 configuration are available for the data protection and increases fault tolerance to the entire system, higher storage capacity and better SSD performance.

Thermal Solution | VRM heatsink

A large, high-mass heatsink with extensive surface that covers the VRM and choke areas improves heat dissipation.

PCH heatsink

An expanded surface area for the chipset cooler maximizes performance and heat dissipation.

M.2 heatsink

M.2 slot has a dedicated heatsink keep the M.2 SSD at optimum operating temperature to ensure consistent performance and reliability.

Product Type: Workstation Motherboard
Processor & Chipset
Chipset Manufacturer: Intel
Chipset Model: W680
Total Processor Supported: 1
Processor Socket: Socket LGA-1700
Processor Generation Supported:

• 13th Gen
• 12th Gen

Processor Supported:

• Celeron
• Core i5
• Core i7
• Core i9
• Pentium Gold
• Core

Memory
Number of Memory Slots: 4
Memory Form Factor:

• DIMM
• UDIMM

Maximum Memory Supported: 128 GB
Memory Technology: DDR5 SDRAM
Intel Optane Memory Ready: Yes
I/O Controller
Controller Type: Serial ATA/600
RAID Supported: Yes
RAID Levels:

• 0
• 1
• 5
• 10

Video
Onboard Video: CPU Dependent Video
Audio
Audio Channels: 7.1
Network & Communication
Gigabit Ethernet: Yes
2.5Gigabit Ethernet: Yes
I/O Expansions
Total Number of Expansion Slots: 5
PCI Express Standard:

• PCI Express 5.0
• PCI Express 4.0
• PCI Express 3.0

Total Number of PCI Express Slots: 5
Number of PCI Express x1 Slots: 1
Number of PCI Express x16 Slots: 4
Interfaces/Ports
Total Number of USB Ports: 8
Number of USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A Ports: 4
Number of USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Ports: 1
Number of USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C Ports: 1
VGA: Yes
HDMI: Yes
HDMI Version: 2.1
DisplayPort: Yes
Number of Network (RJ-45) Ports: 2
Thunderbolt: Yes
Number of Thunderbolt 4 Ports: 1
Onboard Interfaces
Number of SATA Interfaces: 8
Number of M.2 Interfaces: 3
Total Number of Onboard USB Ports: 7
Number of Onboard USB 2.0 Ports: 4
Physical Characteristics
Form Factor: ATX
Width: 12″
Depth: 9.6″
Miscellaneous
Package Contents:

• PRO WS W680-ACE Workstation Motherboard
• 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
• 1 x Q-connector
• 1 x M.2 Rubber Packages
• 2 x Screw package for M.2 SSD
• 1 x Screw package for M.2 Key E
• 1 x I/O Shield
• 1 x User guide
• 1 x ACC Express Activation Key Card