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 2 x DIMMs, maximum 32 GB, 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 x 16 slot (@ x 16 mode) 2 x PCI Express 3.0 x 1 slots VGA Integrated Graphics Processor
- Intel HD Graphics support Multi-VGA output support: DVI-D / D-Sub ports - Supports DVI-D with max. resolution of 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz - Supports D-Sub with max. resolution of 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz Supports Intel In Tru™ 3D/ Quick Sync Video/ Clear Video HD Technology/ Insider™ Maximum shared memory of 1024 MB (for i GPU exclusively) Storage Intel B250 Chipset - 1 x M.2 Socket 3 with M Key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (SATA mode & x 4 PCIE mode)* - 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s ports (gray) * When a device in SATA mode is installed on the M.2 socket, SATA_1 port cannot be used. LAN Realtek 8111H Gigabit LAN support ASUS LANGuard 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 - 6 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0/2.0 ports (2 ports @mid-board; 4 ports @back panel, blue, Type A) - 6 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0/1.1 ports (4 ports @mid-board; 2 ports @back panel) ASUS Special Features 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: 5 Phase digital power design superb Performance M.2 onboard - The latest transfer technologies with up to 32 Gb/s data transfer speeds ASUS EPU - EPU UEFI BIOS - Most advanced options with fast response time 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 Quiet Thermal Solution Quiet Thermal Design: - ASUS Fan Xpert - Stylish Fanless Design: PCH heatsink solution Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x PS/2 keyboard port 1 x PS/2 mouse port 1 x DVI-D port 1 X D-Sub port 1 x LAN (RJ45) ports 4 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0/2.0 ports (blue, Type A) 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0/1.1 ports 3-Jack 8-Channel Audio I/O ports Internal I/O Connectors 1 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 3.0/2.0 connectors support additional 2 USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports (19-pin) 2 x USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0/1/1 connectors support additional 4 USB (Universal Serial Bus) ports 6 x SATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (gray) 1 x M.2 Socket 3 (for M Key) 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan connector for 4-pin (PWM mode) coolers control 1 x 4-pin Chassis Fan connectors for 3-pin (DC mode) & 4-pin (PWM mode) coolers control 1 x Front Panel Audio connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x S/PDIF out header 1 x Speaker header 1 x 24-pin ATX Power connector 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V Power connector 1 x COM header BIOS 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, Pn P, DMI3.0, Wf M2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, Crash Free BIOS 3, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 Print Screen, and 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 ASUS I/O Shield 1 x M.2 screw 1 x Support DVD 1 x User's manual Support DVD Drivers ASUS Utilities ASUS EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) 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 m ATX form factor: 8.9 in x 7.3 in (22.6cm x 18.5cm)