ASUS Pro WS W790E SAGE SE LGA 4677 EEB Workstation Motherboard

Utilizing Intel s W790 chipset, you get support for Intel Xeon W-3400 and W-2400 processors, driving performance and streamlining your workload. Eight octo-channel DDR5 memory slots can handle up to 2048GB of DDR5 ECC RAM, enhancing render speeds and multitasking capabilities with ease. Create a massive library of assets with eight SATA ports and three M.2 interfaces which also support various RAID functions to help organize your files. With seven PCIe 5.0 expansion slots, you can equip your system with a wide range of graphics and utility cards, enhancing the functionality of your workstation for seamless operation. Between the internal headers and back panels, you get access to a wide range of USB 2.0, 3.2 Gen 1, Gen 2, and Gen 2x2 ports, enabling you to connect a variety of peripherals from external storage arrays to digital editing controllers and more. Connect to your network and open a wide breadth of remote features as well as teaming functionality with dual 10 GbE and one 1 GbE LAN port. For those working on audio-focused projects, you get 7.1-channel surround sound backed by the Realtek S1220A CODEC, enhancing playback and reducing noise from your media. The Pro also features a litany of BMC related switches and headers designed for server-level and remote capabilities.

Processor Support

The Pro comes with an LGA 4677 socket designed specifically for Intel Xeon W-3400 and W-2400 series processors, driving performance for your workload. When equipped with a Xeon W-3400 processor, you get full access to all seven PCIe 5.0 x16 slots with one operating at x8 frequencies. With the W-2400 processor installed, you get access to four PCIe 5.0 slots with each running at full x16 frequency. You also get a USB-C 3.2 Gen 2 front-panel connector for greater utility at the front of your system.

Robust Power

Ensuring proper operation, the Pro utilizes 14+1+1 power stages to deliver and balance efficiency throughout your system even under heavy loads. Additional PCIe 8-pin and 6-pin connectors add power output stability when using multiple graphics cards. This motherboard also supports 8-channel 1DPC DDR5 RDIMM ECC memory, which can automatically detect and correct data corruption, reducing the chance of system crashes while also enabling enhanced overclocking capabilities.

Connectivity

Featuring robust connectivity options, the pre-installed I/O back panel givers you four USB-A 3.2 Gen 2, one USB-C 3.2 Gen 2, and a single USB-C 3.2 Gen 2x2 port, all giving you enhanced data transfer speeds and support for resource demanding peripherals from external storage drives to digital media controllers. Two USB-A 2.0 ports support your low-powered devices like your mouse and keyboard. Additionally, you get five 3.5mm audio jacks and one SPDIF optical output allowing for various configurations. A single VGA output supports legacy hardware. You also get two 10 GbE LAN ports for teaming functionality and faster networking speeds while a 1 Gbe LAN port is available for remote management. You also get BIOS Flashback and Clear CMOS buttons for greater control over your system.

Storage Solutions

Three onboard M.2 interfaces on the Pro make it easy to install an initial set of drives. Creators working with massive video files can RAID together multiple NVMe devices for massive I/O bandwidth and seamless playback in their editing bays. The three M.2 slots feature dedicated heatsinks to prevent SSD throttling under heavy loads while the tool-free ASUS Q-Latch allows for easy installation. Two SlimSAS slots allow you to connect industrial SSDs and networking equipment through the PCIe 4.0 interface.

BMC Management

The Pro includes a wide range of BMC headers, switches, and software functionality that enables you to easily manage your system remotely. ASUS Control Center Express gives you a real-time IT monitoring solution that improves productivity while enhancing security.

VRM Heat Sinks

Enlarged VRM heat sinks feature tall and densely packed fins to dissipate heat efficiently from the MOSFETs and chokes. An additional optional fan bracket enables you to install up to three high-speed fans for scalable airflow performance. A dedicated chipset heat sink draws heat away to ensure optimal performance. M.2 heat sinks prevent thermal throttling to keep your system running even during heavy loads.

Immersive Audio

With the Realtek S1220A 7.1-channel codec, you get high-quality sound backed by a variety of enhancements designed to optimize your audio experience. A power pre-regulator reduces power input noise, separate layers for left and right tracks prevent crosstalk between paths, and a de-pop circuit reduces start-up popping noise to all audio inputs. Audio shielding, integrated amplifier, and premium audio capacitors provide immersive audio whether you are listening to your media or working on your projects.

Compatibility Validation

The ASUS Pro series has been extensively tested and validated under various environments and applications and support for the latest technologies with solid QVL lists for compatibility and reliability.

SafeSlot Technology

SafeSlot is a PCIe slot reengineered by ASUS to provide optimized attachment and shearing resistance. Manufactured in a single step using a new insert-molding process, SafeSlot fortifies the slot with metal for enhanced strength and durability.

Enhanced Reliability

Optimized for around-the-clock operations, the ASUS Pro WS W790E is tested under temperatures of up to 45° C and humidity of up to 80% in order to ensure it can thrive in harsh environments.