ASUS PRIME B860M-A WIFI Intel Micro-ATX Motherboard

ASUS PRIME B860M-A WIFI Intel Micro-ATX Motherboard

• 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-A WIFI 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.

• Robust power design

  Stable power is crucial for maximizing the performance of Intel^® Core^™ Ultra Processors (Series 2). The PRIME B860M-A WIFI is designed to meet the needs of high-core-count CPUs. It features 7(80A) + 1(80A) + 1(80A) + 1(80A) power stages that integrate high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers into packages rated for up to 80 amperes each. This configuration ensures optimal power delivery, efficiency, stability and performance for both current and future Intel^® processors.

  AEMP III for Ultimate DDR5 Performance

  
  

  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.

  DIMM Fit

  DIMM Fit is an ASUS-exclusive BIOS feature that precisely analyzes individual memory modules to optimize performance and pinpoint potential issues. This offers peak efficiency, compatibility, and system stability. Whether you are an overclocker seeking ultimate performance, a competitor pursuing the most responsive gameplay, or a content creator prioritizing rock-solid stability, DIMM Fit provides optimizations tailored to your needs and your hardware configuration.

  Two M.2 slots (up to 128Gbps)

  
  

  The PRIME B860M-A WIFI 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.

  ASUS Fan Xpert 2+

  ASUS Fan Xpert 2+ software provides comprehensive control over fans. An Auto-Tuning mode intelligently configures all parameters with a single click. There’s also an Extreme Quiet mode that reduces chassis fan speeds to below the default minimum to keep your system whisper-quiet when performing light tasks. Fans can also be controlled via the UEFI BIOS.⁵

  

  Cooler compatibility

  ASUS AIO coolers offer robust performance, high overclocking potential, bold aesthetics and customizable functionality for new motherboards, empowering you to build your dream gaming rig.

  

  
  

  
  

  

  
  

  Flexibility

  Empowering connections

  The PRIME B860M-A WIFI motherboard offers a versatile range of connectivity, including support for WiFi 6E, the latest version of PCI Express and an arsenal of USB ports which includes Type-C connections.

  
  

  

  WiFi 6E

  

  2.5Gb Ethernet

  

  PCIe 5.0

  

  USB 20Gbps

  

  PCIe 5.0 slot

  

  USB 10Gbps

  
  

  WiFi 6E

  Built-in WiFi 6E technology takes advantage of the newly available radio spectrum in the 6 GHz band. With triple the bandwidth of the 2.4/5/6 GHz band, WiFi 6E delivers ultrafast wireless networking speeds with improved capacity and better performance in dense wireless environments.

  

  USB 20Gbps port

  A batch of USB ports supports high-end rigs loaded with peripherals, including a rear USB Type-C^® port with transmission speeds of up to 20Gbps.

  

  • PCIe 5.0 slot

    The latest processors introduce PCIe 5.0 support, doubling data transfer speeds compared to PCIe 4.0, enhancing signal integrity, and providing backward-compatible CEM connectors and support for previous PCIe versions.

  • PCIe 5.0 x16

    512Gbps

    PCIe 4.0 x16

    256Gbps

    PCIe 3.0 x16

    Model

    PRIME B860M-A WIFI

    
    

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    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

    2 x DisplayPort**
    1 x HDMI™ port***
     * 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.
    *** Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1.
    ***** 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)
    1 x PCIe 4.0 x1 slot
    - 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 2 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)
    Intel^®B860 Chipset
    M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 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 6E
    2x2 Wi-Fi 6E (802.11ax)
    Supports 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band*
    Bluetooth® v5.3**
    * WiFi 6E 6GHz regulatory may vary between countries, supported only in Windows 11 or later
    ** The Bluetooth® version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for the latest specifications.

    USB

    Rear USB (Total 8 ports)
    1 x USB 20Gbps port (1 x USB Type-C®)
    1 x USB 10Gbps port (1 x Type-A )
    2 x USB 5Gbps ports (2 x Type-A)
    4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A)**
    Front USB (Total 5 ports)
    1 x USB 10Gbps connector (supports USB Type-C® )
    1 x USB 5Gbps header supports 2 additional USB 5Gbps ports
    1 x USB 2.0 header supports 2 additional USB 2.0 ports
    *USB Type-C® power delivery output: max. 5V/3A
    **USB_E1 port, USB_E2 port, USB_E3 port and USB_E4 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)
    2 x USB 5Gbps ports (2 x Type-A)
    4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A )
    2 x DisplayPort
    1 x HDMI™ port
    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
    3 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
    2 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
    1 x USB 2.0 header supports 2 additionalUSB 2.0 ports
    Miscellaneous
    3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
    1 x Aura RGB header
    1 x Clear CMOS header
    1 x Chassis Intrusion header
    1 x COM Port 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
    1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) 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-Antenna
    - Q-Dashboard
    - Q-DIMM
    - Q-LED Core
    - Q-Slot
    ASUS Thermal Solution
    - M.2 heatsink
    - VRM heatsink design
    ASUS EZ DIY
    - ProCool
    - Pre-mounted I/O shield
    Aura Sync
    - Aura RGB header
    - 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 Q-Antenna
    1 x M.2 rubber package
    1 x Screw package for M.2 SSD
    Documentation
    1 x Quick start guide

    Operating System

    Windows 11 (22H2 & later), Windows 10 64-bit(21H2 & later)

    Form Factor

    micro-ATX Form Factor
    9.6 inch x 9.6 inch (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm)