Asus PRIME B860M-K Intel LGA1851 M-ATX Motherboard

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<p>ASUS PRIME 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 PRIME B860M-K 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.</p> <p>Stable power is crucial for maximizing the performance of Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2).The PRIME B860M-K features an 6+1+1+1 phase design with discrete MOSFETs, ensuring efficient and stable power delivery for Intel® processors plus steady performance for day-to-day use.</p> <p>ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile III (AEMP III) is an advanced firmware feature that empowers users to achieve unparalleled memory performance with cutting-edge CUDIMM memory. Through a two-phase comprehensive tuning process, AEMP III first optimizes the clock driver and then the memory frequency. This results in the best balance between performance and stability, even at cutting-edge speeds of DDR5-7600 or higher.</p> <p>PRIME B860M-K offers a total of two M.2 slots, including one that supports data-transfer speeds of up to 128Gbps via PCIe 5.0, one that supports 64Gbps via PCIe 4.0. This enables quicker boot-up and app load times with OS or application drives.</p> <p>The PRIME B860M-K motherboard is engineered with multiple onboard heatsinks and an array of hybrid fan headers to help ensure your rig stays cool and stable under intense workloads. This motherboard offers a versatile range of connectivity, including support for PCIe 5.0 M.2, PCIe 4.0 slot and an arsenal of USB ports which includes Type-C® connection.</p> <p>Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet reduces CPU overhead and offers exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput for faster, smoother data transfers. A batch of USB ports support high-end rigs loaded with peripherals, including a front USB Type-C® connector with ultrafast USB 5Gbps for transmission speeds of up to 5Gbps.</p> <p>The PRIME B860M-K enhances the user experience across the board, from simplifying BIOS setting adjustments to offering customizable RGB lighting controls for a uniquely personal system aesthetic. The PRIME B860M-K motherboard features EZ PC DIY innovations that simplify and speed up the PC building process, making DIY easy and convenient.</p> <h3>FEATURES:</h3> <ul> <li>Micro-ATX Form Factor</li> <li>Intel® B860 Chipset</li> <li>Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)</li> <li>Support for DDR5 up to 8800+MT/s, AEMPIII</li> <li>PCIe 4.0 support for graphics cards</li> <li>2.5Gb Ethernet support for faster data transfer</li> </ul> <h3>SPECIFICATIONS:</h3> <ul> <li>Socket: Intel Socket LGA1851</li> <li>CPU: Supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) Desktop Processors</li> <li>Chipset: Intel® B860 Chipset</li> <li>DDR5 Memory: Support DDR5 8800+MT/s, ASUS Enhanced Memory Profile (AEMPIII) supported</li> <li>Memory Channel: Dual</li> <li>DIMM Slots: 2</li> <li>Max Memory (GB): 128</li> <li>PCI-E 4.0 x16: 1</li> <li>PCI-E 4.0 x1: 2</li> <li>SATA 6G: 4</li> <li>M.2 Slot: 2</li> <li>RAID: Intel® Rapid Storage Technology supports SATA RAID 0/1/5/10</li> <li>LAN: Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet, TUF LANGuard</li> <li>USB Ports Rear: <ul> <li>1 x USB 10Gbps port (1 x Type-A)</li> <li>2 x USB 5Gbps ports (2 x Type-A)</li> <li>3 x USB 2.0 ports (3 x Type-A)</li> </ul> </li> <li>USB Ports Front: <ul> <li>1 x USB 5Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C®)</li> <li>1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports</li> <li>2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports</li> </ul> </li> <li>USB Type-C® power delivery output: max. 5V/3A</li> <li>Audio ports (Rear): Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC</li> <li>HDMI: 1</li> <li>DisplayPort: 1</li> <li>DirectX: 12</li> <li>Form Factor: Micro-ATX</li> <li>Operating System: Support for Windows 11(22H2 &amp; later), Windows 10 64-bit(21H2 &amp; later)</li> </ul> <h3>WHAT'S IN THE BOX:</h3> <ul> <li>Asus PRIME B860M-K Intel LGA1851 M-ATX Motherboard – Black x1</li> <li>SATA Cables x2</li> <li>I/O Shield x1</li> <li>M.2 Anchor Package x1</li> <li>Quick Start Guide x1</li> </ul>