Specification CPU LGA1151 socket for 7th & 6th Generation Intel Core™ i 7/ i 5/ i 3/ Pentium/ Celeron Processors Supports 14nm CPU Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 * The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types. ** Refer to www.asus.com for Intel CPU support list. Chipset Intel B250 Chipset Memory 4 x DIMMs, max.64GB, DDR4 2400*/2133** MHz, non-ECC, un-buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) * Due to Intel chipset limitation, DDR4 2400 M Hz memory frequency is only supported by 7th Generation Intel processors. Higher memory modules will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2400 M Hz. ** Due to Intel chipset limitation, DDR4 2133 M Hz & higher memory modules on 6th Generation Intel processors will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2133 M Hz. *** Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). Expansion Slots 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x 16 slot (@ x 16 mode) 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x 16 slot (max. @ x 4 mode, shares bandwidth with M.2_1)* 2 x PCI Express 3.0 x 1 slots 2 x PCI slots * When an M.2 device in PCIe mode is installed onto the M.2_1 socket, PCIe x 16_2 slot only runs at x 1 mode VGA Integrated Graphics Processor
- Intel HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: HDMI/DVI-D/D-Sub port - Supports HDMI with max. resolution 4096x 2160@24 Hz / 2560x 1600@60 Hz - Supports DVI-D with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1200 @60 Hz - Supports RGB with max. resolution up to 1920 x 1200 @60 Hz - Supports up to 3 displays simultaneously - Maximum shared memory of 1024MB Multi-GPU support Supports AMD Cross Fire X™ Technology Storage Intel B250 Chipset: - 1 x M.2_1 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE x 2 mode)* - 1 x M.2_2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE x 4 mode, Intel RST support) - 6 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray) - Intel Optane Memory Ready** * (1) When an M.2 device in PCIE mode is installed, PCIE x 16_2 slot only runs @ x 1 mode & SATA6G_1 port is enabled. (2) When an M.2 device in SATA mode is installed, the M.2 device uses the SATA6G_1 bandwidth. SATA6G_1 port is disabled. ** Only M.2_2 socket can support Intel Optane Memory. Intel Optane Technology is only supported when using 7th Generation Intel processors. Before using Intel Optane memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers & BIOS to the latest version from ASUS support website. LAN Realtek 8111H Gigabit LAN Audio Realtek ALC887 8-channel* high definition audio CODEC - LED-illuminated design: Brighten up your build with the gorgeous illuminated audio trace path. - Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation & greatly reduces multi-lateral interference - Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left & right channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals - Premium Japanese audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural & immersive sound with exceptional clarity & fidelity. - Supports jack-detection & front panel jack-retasking * Choose the chassis with HD audio module in front panel to support 8-channel audio output. USB (Universal Serial Bus) Intel B250 Chipset - 1 x 5 Gb/s USB (Universal Serial Bus) Type C port (@back panel) supports 3A power output - 4 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports at mid-board, 2 ports at back panel, blue) - 6 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0/1.1 ports (2 ports at mid-board, 4 ports at back panel) Asus ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - ASUS Safe Slot Core: Fortified PCIe Slot prevents damage - ASUS LANGuard: Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes & static-electricity discharges! - ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design - ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O: 3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability! - ASUS DIGI+ VRM: 6 Phase digital power design superb Performance M.2 onboard - The latest transfer technologies with up to 32 Gb/s data transfer speeds ASUS Fan Xpert 2+ - Advanced fan controls for ultimate cooling & quietness ASUS EPU - EPU Gaming Scenario Audio Features
- Audio that roars on the battlefield ASUS Exclusive Features - ASUS AI Charger - ASUS AI Suite 3 EZ DIY UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - featuring friendly graphics user interface - ASUS Crash Free BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 3 Q-Design - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-Slot "ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution" Quiet Thermal Design - ASUS Fan Xpert 2+ - Stylish Fanless Design: PCH Heat-sink Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 combo port 1 x 5 Gb/s USB (Universal Serial Bus) Type C port 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0/2.0 ports 4 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x HDMI port 1 x D-sub port 1 x DVI port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 3 x Audio jacks support 8-channel audio output Internal I/O Connectors 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 2 USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0/1.1 ports 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 2 USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0/2.0 ports 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors 1 x CPU Fan connector 2 x Chassis Fan connectors 1 x COM header 1 x Front panel audio connector 1 x S/PDIF Out connector 1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector 1 x 8-pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x CLRTC 1 x System Panel connector BIOS 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, Pn P, DMI3.0, Wf M2.0, SM BIOS3.0, ACPI 6.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, ASUS Crash Free BIOS 3, Last Modified log, F12 Print Screen, F3 Shortcut functions & ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information Manageability Wf M 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE Accessories 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 2 x M.2 screws 1 x User's manual Operating System Support Windows 10 (64-bit) Windows 8.1 (64-bit)* Windows 7 (64-bit/32-bit)* * Windows 8.1 64-bit & Windows 7 32/64-bit are only supported when using 6th Generation Intel Processors Form Factor ATX Form Factor, 12”x 8.6” (30.5cm x 21.8cm)