ASUS PRO WS W790E-SAGE SE Intel W790 LGA 4677 Socket E EEB 90MB1C20-M0EAY0

Performance, Productivity, Proven
The Pro WS W790 series workstation motherboard is deftly tailored for creative professionals, developers and engineers, unleashing the dominate performance of the latest Intel Xeon processors, with CPU and memory overclocking capability. Featuring an optimized memory trace layout, advanced power stage design, server-grade IPMI remote management, and ultrafast PCIe 5.0 and networking connectivity, Pro WS W790 series melds no-compromise engineering with incredible aesthetics.

ASUS W790 motherboards go above and beyond the ordinary with a painstakingly cultivated collection of hardware validations to help ensure that your workstation build supports a wide variety of memory, cooler, chassis, PSU and other devices.

FUNCTION-FIRST
AESTHETICS
Low-profile professionalism??
With metallic black aluminum extrusions, stainless steel black mesh with highlighted details, and a transparent smoky gray I/O cover, Pro WS W790 series presents a professional, low-profile look for content creators.?

Multi-GPU support
Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE features seven PCIe- 5.0 x16 slots for high-powered graphics cards, enabling enhanced performance for professional design, modeling and simulation, and rendering applications.

8-pin and 6-pin power connectors
Additional PCIe 8-pin and 6-pin power connectors can add power output stability when creators and developers use many graphic cards onboard.

Reliability with supreme memory overclocking
The Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE supports 8-channel 1DPC DDR5 RDIMM ECC memory, allowing automatically to detect and correct data corruption, reducing the chance of system crashes. Being infused with deliberate memory trace layout, this motherboard enables DDR5 memory overclocking with maxed-out speeds to provide better memory performance for a diverse range of workloads.

ULTRAFAST CONNECTIVITY TO POWER CREATIVITY

Three onboard M.2 22110 slots on the Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE, two wired for PCIe 5.0 and one for PCIe 4.0, 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. All these three M.2 rest under dedicated heatsinks to prevent SSD throttling under heavy loads and comes with ASUS Q-Latch.

More storage
To connect even more high-speed storage, onboard SlimSAS slots let you connect industrial SSDs - not to mention server and networking equipment - through the fast PCIe 4.0 interface.

Front-panel connector
The front panel USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector is ready for next-gen PC cases and devices.

SERVER-GRADE REMOTE MANAGEMENT

BMC remote management
An integrated BMC (Baseboard Management Controller) is a key feature for workstations. It uses a 1G Realtek controller, with one 1G port dedicated to the BMC to provide the intelligence for its IPMI architecture. The BMC manages the interface between system-management software and platform hardware. Administrators can remotely communicate with the BMC to take some corrective actions - such as resetting or power cycling a system.

ASUS Control Center Express
The Pro WS W790E-SAGE SE comes with ASUS Control Center Express - a real-time IT monitoring and management software designed for business that improves productivity and enhances security, helping prevent unauthorized access and data leaks.

THOROUGH THERMAL DESIGN

Chipset heatsink
A dedicated and beefy chipset heatsink draws heat away to maintain optimum operating temperatures.

M.2 heatsinks
Three M.2 slots are covered by heatsinks to combat temperature-induced throttling that can affect performance during heavy, sustained storage loads. M.2 backplate blocks on select slots go even further to ensure that you get peak performance from your next-gen drives.

DIY FRIENDLY

Pre-mounted I/O shield
The patented I/O shield is finished in sleek matte black and comes pre-mounted for easy installation on the motherboard and is designed to allow air flow to keep the heat away from the board.

BIOS Flashback-
Users can place a BIOS file onto a FAT32-formatted USB drive and simply plug it into the USB BIOS FlashBack- port and press a button to update the (UEFI) BIOS. Updates can be made even if memory or CPU aren't present.

WORK WITH FUN

Immersive Audio experience
The Realtek S1220A 7.1 audio codec features high quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input to offer pristine audio quality and is supported by EMI shielding and separate PCB layers for the left and right channels to maintain signal integrity.

Power pre-regulator
Reduces power-input noise to ensure consistent performance.

Audio shielding
Separates analog/digital signal domains, significantly reducing multi-lateral interference.

Integrated amplifier
Capable of driving high-impedance headphones, without rolling-off high or low frequencies.

Separate layer for left and right tracks
Ensures minimal crosstalk between audio paths.

De-pop circuit
Reduces start-up popping noise to all audio outputs.

Premium audio capacitors
Premium parts provide an immersive sound signature, with exceptional fidelity.

TRUSTED STABILITY FOR RELIABILITY

Solid compatibility validation
The ASUS Pro WS W790 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.

Protect your graphics cards
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.

24/7 reliability
Optimized for around-the-clock operations, The ASUS Pro WS W790 series is tested under temperatures of up to 45? C and humidity of up to 80% in order to ensure it can thrive in different environments.

Specs




Processor


Processor manufacturer

The manufacturer that produced the processor.

Intel


Processor socket

Mechanical component(s) that provides mechanical and electrical connections between a microprocessor and a printed circuit board (PCB). This allows the processor to be replaced without soldering.

LGA 4677 (Socket E)


Compatible processor series

A processor which is compatible with this device, belongs to a 'series' which is part of 'family' e.g Celeron D, Celeron G, Celeron M, or, in some cases, is the same as 'family'.

Intel Xeon W


Intel Xeon series

W-2400, W-3400


Supported processor sockets

The sockets (plugs) for processors that are supported (can be used) by the device.

LGA 4677 (Socket E)


Memory


Supported memory types

Types of memory which can be used with the product.

DDR5-SDRAM


Number of memory slots

8


Memory slots type

A memory slot, also known as a memory socket or RAM slot, is what allows computer memory (RAM) to be inserted into the computer. Depending on the motherboard, there will usually be 2 to 4 memory slots (sometimes more on high-end motherboards). The most common types of RAM are SDRAM and DDR for desktop computers and SODIMM for laptop computers, each having various types and speeds.

DIMM


Memory channels

Octa-channel


ECC ?ompatibility

ECC


Supported memory clock speeds

Memory clock speed is the time it takes for a computer to complete basic operations. It refers to the computer's processing speed and is measured in hertz. It is however not such a reliable measure of a computer's speed as it doesn't take into account other factors like RAM and cache size.

4800, 5000, 5200, 5400, 5600, 5800, 6000, 6200, 6400, 6600, 6800 MHz


Supported memory clock speed (max)

6800 MHz


Maximum internal memory

The maximum internal memory which is available in the product.

2 TB


Storage controllers


Supported storage drive types

The type of storage drives the device is compatible with.

HDD & SSD


Supported storage drive interfaces

SlimSAS, M.2, SATA III


Number of HDDs supported

The total number of hard drives that can be used in/with this product.



Number of storage drives supported

How many storage drives can be fit into the product at once.



RAID support

The device uses RAID, which is a storage technology that combines multiple disk drive components into a logical unit for the purposes of data redundancy and performance improvement. Data is distributed across the drives in one of several ways, referred to as RAID levels, depending on the specific level of redundancy and performance required.




RAID levels

RAID is a storage technology that combines multiple disk drive components into a logical unit for the purposes of data redundancy and performance improvement. Data is distributed across the drives in one of several ways, referred to as RAID levels, depending on the specific level of redundancy and performance required.

0, 1, 5, 10


Graphics


Parallel processing technology support

Parallel processing technology is the simultaneous use of more than one CPU or processor core to execute a program or multiple computational threads. Ideally, parallel processing makes programs run faster because there are more engines (CPUs or Cores) running it. In practice, it is often difficult to divide a program in such a way that separate CPUs or cores can execute different portions without interfering with each other. Most computers have just one CPU, but some models have several, and multi-core processor chips are becoming the norm. There are even computers with thousands of CPUs.

Not supported


On-board graphics card

Graphics hardware which is built into the motherboard or CPU, as opposed to a separate graphics adapter (video card). On-board graphics uses CPU and RAM for graphics processing.




Internal I/O


USB 2.0 connectors

The end of a cable with a USB 2.0 connector. USB 2.0 was released in April 2000 (now called "Hi-Speed"), adding higher maximum signaling rate of 480 Mbit/s (effective throughput up to 35 MB/s or 280 Mbit/s), in addition to the "USB 1.x Full Speed" signaling rate of 12 Mbit/s. USB 2.0 connectors are usually colored black.

2


USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors

This is a connector (normally attached to a cable) for USB 3.0. USB 3.0 is the second major revision of the Universal Serial Bus (USB) standard for computer connectivity. First introduced in 2008, USB 3.0 adds a new transfer mode called "SuperSpeed," (distinguishable from USB 2.0 by either the blue colour of the port or the initials SS) capable of transferring data at up to 5Gbit/s-more than ten times as fast as the 480 Mbit/s top speed of USB 2.0.

1


USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) connectors

1


Number of SATA III connectors

Serial ATA (Advanced Technology Attachment) (SATA) is a computer bus interface that connects host bus adapters to mass storage devices such as hard disk drives and optical drives. SATA III (revision 3.x) interface, formally known as SATA 6Gb/s, is a third generation SATA interface running at 6.0Gb/s. The bandwidth throughput, which is supported by the interface, is up to 600MB/s. This interface is backwards compatible with SATA 3 Gb/s interface.

8


Front panel audio connector




ATX Power connector (24-pin)




Power fan connector




CPU fan connector




Number of chassis fan connectors

5


EPS power connector (8-pin)




Number of COM connectors

1


TPM connector



V power connector




Integrated SAS ports

2


Rear panel I/O ports


USB 2.0 ports quantity

Number of USB 2.0 ports (connecting interfaces) in the device. USB 2.0 was released in April 2000 (now called "Hi-Speed"), adding higher maximum signaling rate of 480 Mbit/s (effective throughput up to 35 MB/s or 280 Mbit/s), USB 2.0 ports are usually black.

2


USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity

4


USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-C ports quantity

Number of USB 3.1 (3.1 Gen 2) ports with Type-C connector. USB 3.1 (3.1 Gen 2) is USB interface version which supports transfer rate up to 10 Gbit/s (SuperSpeed+). USB Type-C connector has symmetrical design architecture and compatible with Thunderbolt 3 interface.

1



Rear panel I/O ports


USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C ports quantity

1


Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports

Number of Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports (connecting interfaces) in the device. Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports allow a computer to connect to the ethernet.

3


VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity

Number of VGA (D-Sub) ports (connecting interfaces) in the device. The VGA (D-Sub) connector is a 15 pin connector between a computer and a monitor. It was first introduced in 1987 by IBM.

1


Headphone outputs

Number of sockets /ports where headphones are connected.

1


Line-in




Microphone in

The socket where a microphone is connected to the device.




S/PDIF out port

S/PDIF (Sony/Philips Digital Interconnect Format) is a digital audio interconnect used in consumer audio equipment over relatively short distances. The signal is transmitted over either a coaxial cable with RCA connectors or a fibre optic cable with TOSLINK connectors.




Network


Ethernet LAN

An Ethernet LAN (Local Area Network) interface is present, for a wired conection via a cable.




Ethernet interface type
Gigabit Ethernet, Gigabit Ethernet


Wi-Fi

Popular technology that allows an electronic device to exchange data or connect to the internet wirelessly using radio waves.




Features


Motherboard chipset

The chipset connects the microprocessor to the rest of the motherboard.

Intel W790


Audio chip

Realtek S1220A


Audio output channels

An audio output channel is an electric circuit which acts as a path for a signal produced by a device. A device may have several audio output channels.

7.1 channels


Product colour

The colour e.g. red, blue, green, black, white.

Black


Component for

What this product is used as a part of (component for).

Workstation


Motherboard form factor

Design of the motherboard (ATX, BTX etc).

EEB


Motherboard chipset family

The category of motherboard chipset e.g. Intel, AMD.

Intel


Cooling type

The method used to cool the device or to cool the air around the device.

Passive


Power source type

What the power source is.

ATX


Windows operating systems supported

Windows vesions wich can be used with the device.

Windows 10, Windows 11


Expansion slots


PCI Express x16 (Gen 5.x) slots

7


Number of M.2 (M) slots

3


BIOS


BIOS type

The BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) initializes and tests system hardware components, and loads a bootloader or an operating system from a mass memory device. The BIOS additionally provides abstraction layer for the hardware, i.e. a consistent way for application programs and operating systems to interact with the keyboard, display, and other input/output devices. There are several types of BIOS, including the motherboard ROM BIOS, video BIOS, drive controller BIOS, network adapter BIOS, and SCSI adapter BIOS.

UEFI AMI


BIOS memory size

512 Mbit


Clear CMOS button




Packaging data


Package width

The distance from one side of the packaging to the other.

379 mm


Package depth

The distance from the front to the back of the packaging.

362 mm


Package height

The distance from the top to the bottom of the packaging.

81 mm


Package weight

Weight of the packaged product.

2.99 kg


Weight & dimensions


Width

The measurement or extent of something from side to side.

305 mm


Depth

The distance from the front to the back of something.

330 mm


Packaging content


Cables included

SATA


User guide




Other features


Back-to-BIOS button




Number of M.2 (E) slots

1