ASUS B860M MAX GAMING AX ASUS B860 series motherboards are expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of the latest Intel Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2). Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options, the B860M MAX GAMING AX motherboard provides users and PC DIY builders with a range of performance optimizations via intuitive software and firmware features. It’s designed to be Advanced AI PC-ready, offering the power and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications. CPU Support Intel Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) , LGA1851* Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 *Refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for CPU support list. **Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types. Chipset Intel B860 Chipset Memory 4 x DIMM slots, max. 256GB, DDR5 Supports up to 8666+MT/s (OC), Non-ECC,Un-buffered ,Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM)* Dual channel memory architecture DIMM Fit Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory module ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III(AEMPIII) *Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information please refer to CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/. * Adjustments will be made based on the specifications of mass-produced memory products available on the market. * Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function. Graphics 1 x DisplayPort** * Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to www.intel.com for any updates. ** Supports max. 4K@60Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4. ***** VGA resolution support depends on processors or graphic cards resolution. ******While installing the operating system, please ensure that your monitor is connected to the HDMI port on the back I/O panel or to a discrete graphics card. Expansion Slots Intel Core™ Ultra Processors(series 2) 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot Intel B860 Chipset 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode) 2 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (support x1 mode) - To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/download-center/ for the list of supported peripherals. Storage Total supports 3 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports Intel Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) * M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode) IntelB860 Chipset M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 modes) M.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x2 modes) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports * Intel Rapid Storage Technology supports SATA RAID 0/1/5/10. Ethernet 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet ASUS LANGuard Wireless & Bluetooth Wi-Fi 6 1x1 Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) Supports 2.4/5GHz frequency band Bluetooth v5.3* * The Bluetooth version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer s website for the latest specifications. USB Rear USB (Total 10 ports) 1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C) 1 x USB 10Gbps port (1 x Type-A ) 4 x USB 5Gbps ports (4 x Type-A) 4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A) Front USB (Total 9 ports) 1 x USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C ) 1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports 3 x USB 2.0 header supports 6 additional USB 2.0 ports *USB Type-C power delivery output: max. 5V/3A ** USB 5G_E1 port, USB 5G_E2 port, USB 5G_E3 port and USB 5G_E4 port share the bandwidth. **USB_E1 port, USB_E2 port, USB_E3 port and USB_E4 port share the bandwidth. **** USB_E5 port, USB_E6 port, USB_E7 port and USB_E8 port share the bandwidth. Audio Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC* - Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking - Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback Audio Features - Audio Shielding - Premium audio capacitors - Dedicated audio PCB layers * A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output. Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C) 1 x USB 10Gbps port (1 x Type-A) 4 x USB 5Gbps ports (2 x Type-A) 4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A ) 1 x DisplayPort 1 x Wi-Fi module 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port 3 x Audio jacks Internal I/O Connectors Fan and Cooling Related 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header 1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header 4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers Power Related 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector 1 x 8-pin +12V CPU Power connector Storage Related 3 x M.2 slots (Key M) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports USB 1 x USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C ) 1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports 3 x USB 2.0 header supports 6 additionalUSB 2.0 ports Miscellaneous 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x Chassis Intrusion header 1 x Front Panel Audio header (F_AUDIO) 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1 pin) 1 x 10-1 pin Front System Panel header Special Features ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS) - ESD Guards - LANGuard - Overvoltage protection - SafeSlot - Stainless-steel back I/O ASUS Q-Design - Q-Dashboard - Q-DIMM - Q-LED Core - Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - VRM heatsink design ASUS EZ DIY - ProCool - Pre-mounted I/O shield Aura Sync - Addressable Gen2 headers Software Features ASUS Exclusive Software Armoury Crate - Aura Creator - Aura Sync - Fan Xpert 2+ - Power Saving ASUS DriverHub ASUS GlideX ASUS CPU-Z Norton 360 for Deluxe (60 Days Free Trial) WinRAR (40 Days Free Trial) UEFI BIOS ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash - ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - ASUS MyHotkey BIOS 256 (128+128) Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS Manageability WOL by PME, PXE Accessories Cables 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables Miscellaneous 1 x ASUS WiFi moving antenna 2 x Screw packages for M.2 SSD Documentation 1 x Quick start guide Operating System Windows 11, Windows 10 64-bit Form Factor micro-ATX Form Factor 9.6 inch x 9.6 inch (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm)
