* Free items are subject to availability, please check this is added to your basket on check out. ASUS Prime series is expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of 3rd Generation AMD Ryzen platform. Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions & intelligent tuning options, Prime A520 series motherboards provide daily users & DIY PC builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software & firmware features. Tune It Your Way Comprehensive controls form the foundation of the ASUS Prime series. The Prime A520 motherboard packs flexible tools to tune every aspect of your system, enabling you to tweak performance settings to perfectly match the way you work – maximizing your productivity. UEFI BIOS The renowned ASUS UEFI BIOS provides everything you need to configure, tweak & tune your system. It offers intelligently simplified options for PC DIY beginners, as well as comprehensive features for seasoned veterans. Advanced Tuning for Serious Tweakers An intuitive Advanced mode offered via the UEFI lets you take complete control. A built-in search feature makes it easy to find options, & various Advanced functions let you intelligently make nuanced adjustments so you can dial in performance just the way you want. Quick & Simple Setup EZ mode displays vital settings & stats & also offers guided wizards, drag-&-drop functionality, & one-click application of important settings — all to help you get your rig up & running in no time. Cooler by Design PRIME A520M-E is engineered with an array of hybrid fan headers & features comprehensive cooling controls that are configurable via Fan Xpert software or via the UEFI BIOS, ensuring your rig stays cool & stable under intense workloads. Build on a Solid Foundation Prime A520 motherboard provides all the fundamentals to boost daily productivity, so your system will be ready for action with stable power, intuitive cooling & flexible transfer options. M.2 (up to 32 Gbps) Achieve speed with onboard M.2 M.2 Slot supports data-transfer speed up to 32 Gbps via x 4 PCI Express 3.0 bandwidth. It‘s the perfect choice for an operating system or application drive, providing fast access to data. USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A Numerous USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports support high-end rigs loaded with peripherals, including one rear-panel USB (Universal Serial Bus) Type-A connector with fast USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.2 Gen 2 connectivity for compatible cases. Little Things Make a Big Difference Prime A520 series adds the nuanced details that improve every experience, from exclusive codecs that provide pristine audio quality to intuitive interface that let you customize your system to create a unique personal look. Outstanding Audio Combined onboard features deliver elevated audio Intelligent design & premium hardware create audio quality unlike anything youve ever experienced. Armoury Crate Armoury Crate is a new software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported products, from a single intuitive interface. Armoury Crate provides control of settings for ASUS products, including keyboard & mouse preferences. This software even features dedicated product registration & highlight to help you stay in touch with the ASUS community. Safe Slot Core Fortified PCIe slot prevents damage Safe Slot Core is the ASUS-exclusive PCIe slot. Featuring a fortified design thats anchored to the motherboard by a special hook, Safe Slot Core provides 1.6x stronger retention & 1.3x greater shearing resistance than standard expansion slots.