ASUS PROWSW790ACE

Overview

The ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE is a workstation motherboard designed to deliver reliable and powerful performance for professional users. Built around the Intel W790 chipset and supporting Intel Xeon W-3400 and W-2400 processors, it handles demanding multitasking and heavy processing tasks with ease. This motherboard supports up to 2TB of ECC DDR5 memory across eight DIMM slots, ensuring stability and efficiency for memory-intensive applications.

Equipped with five PCIe 5.0 x16 slots, it offers extensive options for GPUs and expansion cards, making it suitable for high-end graphics workloads. Storage flexibility comes from dual M.2 slots and three SlimSAS slots, while networking is enhanced by 10G and 2.5G LAN ports for ultrafast data transfer. Server-grade remote management tools through ASUS Control Center Express provide full system control even in remote or continuous operation environments.

Key features

• Supports Intel Xeon W-3400 and W-2400 processors for professional-grade computing power
• Up to 2TB ECC DDR5 memory in a quad-channel setup to maintain data integrity and smooth multitasking
• Five PCIe 5.0 x16 slots allow multiple GPUs or expansion cards for enhanced graphics and connectivity
• Dual M.2 and three SlimSAS slots provide versatile options for fast and large-capacity storage solutions
• 10G and 2.5G LAN ports deliver high-speed networking suitable for demanding data environments
• ASUS Control Center Express enables server-grade remote management for 24/7 system monitoring and control
• Robust 12+1+1 power stage design ensures stable power delivery during heavy workloads
• Advanced thermal design with large VRM and M.2 heatsinks keeps components cool and maintains performance
• Extensive rear I/O panel with USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 and multiple Type-A ports supports a wide range of peripherals
• 7.1-channel Realtek S1220A audio codec provides immersive and clear sound quality for multimedia tasks

Key specs

• Chipset: Intel W790
• Socket: LGA 4677
• Processor support: Intel Xeon W-3400 and W-2400 series
• Memory: Up to 2TB ECC DDR5 across 8 DIMM slots, quad-channel
• Expansion slots: Five PCIe 5.0 x16
• Storage interfaces: Dual M.2 slots, three SlimSAS slots
• Networking: 10G LAN and 2.5G LAN ports
• Audio: 7.1-channel Realtek S1220A codec
• Power design: 12+1+1 power stages
• Connectivity: USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 and multiple USB Type-A ports on rear I/O

Connectivity and compatibility

This motherboard offers a comprehensive set of connectivity options to support a wide range of professional peripherals and network environments. The inclusion of five PCIe 5.0 x16 slots allows for multiple high-performance GPUs or expansion cards, which is essential for graphics-intensive tasks or additional I/O capabilities. Dual M.2 and three SlimSAS slots provide flexible storage configurations, accommodating both NVMe SSDs and enterprise-grade storage arrays.

Networking is well covered with 10G and 2.5G LAN ports, ensuring fast and reliable data transfer for demanding workflows. The rear I/O panel includes USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 ports and several Type-A USB ports, supporting high-speed connections for external devices such as storage drives, input devices, and audio equipment.

Performance and reliability

The ASUS Pro WS W790-ACE is engineered to maintain stable and efficient performance under heavy workloads. Its 12+1+1 power stage design delivers consistent power to the CPU and other critical components, reducing the risk of instability during intensive processing. Advanced thermal solutions, including large VRM and M.2 heatsinks, help dissipate heat effectively, preventing thermal throttling and prolonging component lifespan.

Support for ECC DDR5 memory enhances data integrity, which is crucial for professional applications where errors can lead to costly mistakes. The motherboard’s compatibility with Intel Xeon processors further ensures robust performance for multitasking, rendering, and scientific computing tasks.

Ideal uses and environments

This motherboard is well suited to professionals working in 3D rendering, video editing, scientific computing, and other fields that demand high reliability and processing power. Its extensive expansion capabilities and high-speed networking make it a strong choice for workstations that require multiple GPUs or large storage arrays. The server-grade remote management features also make it a good fit for environments where systems need to be monitored and controlled remotely, such as data centers or enterprise offices.

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