Asus WS B850M-ACE SE Workstation Motherboard - AMD B850 Chipset - Socket AM5 - Micro ATX (prowsb850m-acese)

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ASUS Pro WS B850M-ACE SE AMD Micro-ATX motherboard, with server-grade IPMI management, PCIe 5.0 x 16, PCIe 5.0 M.2, PCIe 5.0 MCIO, U.2 connector, 10Gb and 2.5Gb Ethernet, ready for USB4

Ready for Advanced AI PCs: Built to power next-gen AI workloads with robust performance, ultrafast connectivity, and future-proof architecture.

AMD AM5 Socket Support: Compatible with AMD Ryzen 9000/8000/7000 Series and AMD EPYC 4005 Series processors.

Ultrafast Connectivity: Two PCIe 5.0/4.0 x16 slot (one at x4), 10 Gb & 2.5 Gb LAN ports, two PCIe 5.0 x4 M.2 slots, front USB 20Gbps Type-C and MCIO NVMe support.

Server-grade IPMI Remote Management: Supports onboard BMC AST2600, along with ASUS Control Center Express IT management software for real-time monitoring and management.

Proven Reliability & Stability: Extensively validated with broad compatibility, a comprehensive QVL, and tested for 24/7 operation.

Pro WS B850M-ACE SE

The Pro WS B850M-ACE SE empowers workstation users of all levels by maximizing the performance of the latest AMD Ryzen processors via 8+2+1 team power stages, DDR5 slots, PCIe 5.0 and -fast connectivity including a front USB 20Gbps Type-C connector, plus 10Gb and 2.5Gb Ethernet.

This workstation motherboard is an ideal choice for content creation, AI and deep learning, and IT management.

Ultrafast Networking

Featuring onboard dual Ethernet portsone Realtek 10Gb LAN and one Intel 2.5Gb LANthe Pro WS B850M-ACE SE delivers high-speed network connectivity for demanding workflows. Additionally, it includes a dedicated Realtek 1Gb Ethernet port exclusively for BMC and IPMI managementCPU
AMD Socket AM5 for AMD Ryzen^TM 9000 and 8000 and 7000 Series Desktop Processors and AMD EPYC^TM 4005 Series Processors^note
Note: Refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for CPU support list.Chipset
AMD B850 ChipsetMemory
4 x DIMM slots, max. 256GB, DDR5
Supports up to 8000+MT/s(OC) with Ryzen^TM 9000 and 8000 and 7000 Series Processors, ECC and Non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM^note
Supports up to 5600MT/s with AMD EPYC^TM 4005 Series Processors, ECC and Non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM^note
Dual channel memory architecture
Supports AMD Extended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO^TM)
Note: Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory
configuration, for more information please refer to CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/. Adjustments will be made based
on the specifications of mass-produced memory products available on the market.
Note: Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports
On-Die ECC function.Graphics
1 x DisplayPort^note2
1 x VGA port from AST2600
1 x HDMI^TM port^note3
1 x USB 10Gbps port (USB Type-C) supports
DisplayPort video output^note2
Note1: Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to AMD CPU specifications.
Note2: Supports max. 8K at 30Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4.
Note3: Supports 4K at 60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1.Expansion Slots
AMD Ryzen^TM 9000 and 7000 Series Desktop Processors and AMD EPYC^TM 4005 Series Processors^note1
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot (supports x16 mode)
AMD Ryzen^TM 8000 Series Desktop Processors
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x8/x4 mode)^note2
AMD B850 Chipset
1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
Note1: Please check the PCIe bifurcation table on the support site (https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/).
Note2: Specifications vary by CPU types.
- To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to
https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for the list of supported peripherals.Storage
Total supports 2 x M.2 slots, 1 x MCIO connector, 1 x U.2 connector and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
AMD Ryzen^TM 9000 and 7000 Series Desktop Processors and AMD EPYC^TM 4005 Series Processors
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
MCIO connector (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)^note2
AMD Ryzen^TM 8000 Series Desktop Processors
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 mode)
MCIO connector (supports PCIe 4.0 x4/x2 mode)^note2
AMD B850 Chipset
U.2_1 connector supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode via an SFF-8643 adapter cable. The cable is purchased separately.
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports^note3
Note1: Specifications vary by CPU types.
Note2: MCIO connector shares bandwidth with M.2_2 slot. When MCIO connector is operating, M.2_2 slot will be disabled.
Note3: U.2 shares bandwidth with SATA ports, Enable U.2 in BIOS menu to support a NVMe storage device, and SATA ports will be disabled.RAID Support
AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology^note
Ryzen^TM 9000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/5/10
Ryzen^TM 8000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1
Ryzen^TM 7000 Series Processors: RAID 0/1/10
Note: Specifications vary by CPU types.Ethernet
1 x Realtek 10Gb Ethernet
1 x Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet
1 x Realtek 1Gb Ethernet^note
ASUS LANGuard
Note: This dedicated LAN port is for BMC and IPMI connections only, internet access is not supported.USB
Rear USB (Total 7 ports)
5 x USB 10Gbps port(s) (3 x Type-A + 2 x USB Type-C)
2 x USB 2.0 port(s) (2 x Type-A)
Front USB (Total 7 ports)
1 x USB 20Gbps (supports USB Type-C)
1 x USB 5Gbps header(s) support(s) 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
2 x USB 2.0 header(s) support(s) 4 additional USB 2.0 ports
Note: USB Type-C power delivery output: max. 5V/3A Onboard USB port(s)
1 x USB 2.0 port (1 x Type-A) for BIOS FlashBack^TMAudio
Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC^note
- Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
- Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback
Audio Features
- Audio Shielding
- Premium audio capacitors
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
Note1: Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192 kHz is not supported for 7.1 Surround Sound audio.
Note2: The audio codec will be suspended once an AMD EPYC^TM 4005 Series Processor is installed.Back Panel I/O Ports
3 x USB 10Gbps port(s) (3 x Type-A)
1 x USB 10Gbps port(s) (USB Type-C)
1 x USB 10Gbps port(s) (USB Type-C) supports DisplayPort video output
2 x USB 2.0 port(s) (2 x Type-A)
1 x DisplayPort
1 x VGA port
1 x HDMI^TM port
1 x Realtek 10Gb Ethernet port
1 x Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet ports
1 x Realtek 1Gb Ethernet (Dedicated management LAN for AST2600)
2 x Audio jacks
1 x Clear CMOS buttonInternal I/O Connectors
Fan and Cooling Related
1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header(s)
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header(s)
3 x 4-pin Chassis Fan header(s)
1 x W_PUMP+ header(s)
Power Related
1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
1 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connector
1 x 4-pin +12V CPU Power connector
Storage Related
2 x M.2 slots (Key M)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
1 x U.2 connector
1 x MCIO connector
USB
1 x USB 20Gbps connector (support(s) USB Type-C )
1 x USB 5Gbps header(s) support(s) 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
2 x USB 2.0 header(s) support(s) 4 additional USB 2.0 ports
1 x USB 2.0 port (1 x Type-A)
Miscellaneous
1 x BIOS FlashBack^TM button
1 x Chassis Intrusion header
1 x COM Port header
1 x Reset button
1 x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO)
1 x SPI TPM header (14-1 pin)
1 x Start button
1 x 10-1 pin Front Panel System header
1 x RTC Battery header
1 x Thermal Sensor header
1 x Thunderbolt^TM (USB4) headerSpecial Features
ASUS 5X PROTECTION III
- DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS)
- ESD Guards
- LANGuard
- Overvoltage protection
- SafeSlot
- Stainless-steel back I/O
ASUS Q-Design
- M.2 Q-Latch
- Q-Code
- Q-Connector
- Q-LED (CPU (red), DRAM (yellow), VGA (white), Boot Device (yellow green))
- Q-Slot
ASUS Thermal Solution
- M.2 heatsink
- Aluminum heatsink design
ASUS EZ DIY
- BIOS FlashBack^TM button
- BIOS FlashBack^TM LED
- Clear CMOS button
- Dual DIMM clips
- ProCool II
- SafeSlot
- SafeDIMM
Bespoke Motherboard Design and Business Focused Features
- 24/7 reliability
- Overcurrent protectionSoftware Features
ASUS Exclusive Software
Armoury Crate
- Fan Xpert 4
ASUS DriverHub
- ASUS CPU-Z
TurboV Core
Adobe Creative Cloud (Free Trial) ^note2
Norton 360 Deluxe (60 Days Free Trial)
WinRAR (40 Days Free Trial)
UEFI BIOS
ASUS EZ DIY
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUSTeK. EzFlash Utility
Note1: For more software features, please visit the asus support site or refer to www.asus.com/support for additional information.
Note2: For detailed information on the supported models and restricted regions for this redemption offer, please refer
to https://www.asus.com/content/asus-offers-adobe-creative-cloud/.Remote Management Features
IT Management software supported
- ASUS Control Center Express(ACCE)
BMC Related
1 x BMC switch
1 x BMC LAN fixed IP switch
1 x Message LED header
1 x microSD card socket
1 x Location LED header
1 x Location button header
1 x PSU_SMB header
1 x SMART_PSU switch
1 x VGA switch
1 x VPP_I2C header
BMC LED Design
- 1 x BMC LED
- 1 x Message LED
- 1 x Location LEDBIOS
512 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS(text-based)Manageability
WOL by PME, PXEAccessories
Cables
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
Miscellaneous
1 x I/O shield
1 x Q-connector
1 x M.2 rubber package(s)
Documentation
1 x ACC Express activation key card
1 x Quick start guideOperating System
Windows 11, Windows 10 64-bit (with AMD Ryzen^TM Desktop Processors)Form Factor
micro-ATX Form Factor
9.6 inch x 9.6 inch (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm)