ASUS B860M-BRO Micro-ATX Motherboard

BRAND-NEW SEALED ~ 1 YEAR WARRANTY Expert Features Intel Core Ultra Series 2 Platform : The LGA 1851 socket supports compatible Intel Core Ultra Processors Series 2, creating a modern foundation for productivity, content creation, everyday computing and AI-assisted workloads. Advanced AI PC Ready : ASUS positions the B860M-BRO for demanding AI applications, with current-generation Intel support, DDR5 memory, fast storage and ASUS AI Advisor software guidance. DDR5 up to 8800+MT/s OC : Two DIMM slots support up to 128GB of dual-channel DDR5, including Intel XMP, CUDIMM compatibility, DIMM Fit and ASUS AEMP III memory optimisation. PCIe 5.0 NVMe Storage : The primary M.2 slot supports PCIe 5.0 x4 bandwidth up to a theoretical 128Gbps, while the second M.2 slot supports PCIe 4.0 x4 up to 64Gbps. PCIe 4.0 Graphics Expansion : One reinforced PCIe 4.0 x16 SafeSlot Core+ supports compatible graphics cards, with two PCIe 4.0 x1 slots available for additional expansion hardware. Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet : Faster-than-Gigabit wired networking delivers stronger local transfers and network throughput when paired with compatible 2.5Gb routers, switches and cabling. Rear USB 10Gbps Connectivity : One rear USB 10Gbps Type-A port handles higher-speed storage and peripherals, supported by two USB 5Gbps and three USB 2.0 connections. Front USB Type-C Support : A USB 5Gbps front-panel Type-C connector lets compatible cases bring modern reversible connectivity directly to the desk. HDMI and VGA Display Outputs : Connect modern HDMI displays or compatible legacy VGA monitors when using an Intel processor with supported integrated graphics. HDMI output reaches up to 4K at 30Hz. 6+1+1+1 Digital Power Design : Discrete MOSFETs, DIGI+ VRM control and an eight-pin ProCool CPU power connector provide stable power delivery for everyday Core Ultra builds. Fan Xpert 2+ Cooling Control : Automatic PWM/DC fan detection, temperature-source mapping and configurable profiles help balance cooling performance and acoustic comfort. EZ PC DIY Features : SafeSlot Core+, Q-DIMM, Q-Slot, Q-LED Core, Q-Dashboard, CrashFree BIOS 3 and EZ Flash make assembly and troubleshooting less of a motherboard detective mission. No Integrated Wireless : This model includes Realtek 2.5Gb wired Ethernet but does not list onboard WiFi or Bluetooth; wireless connectivity requires a separate compatible adapter. Expert Specs The specifications below follow ASUS’s official B860M-BRO product and technical-specification pages. Specification Value Brand ASUS Model B860M-BRO Product Type Micro-ATX Motherboard AI Platform Positioning Advanced AI PC Ready CPU Socket Intel LGA 1851 Supported Processors Intel Core Ultra Processors Series 2 Turbo Technology Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0, Depending on CPU Chipset Intel B860 Digital Power Design 6+1+1+1 Phase Power Components Discrete MOSFET Design CPU Power Connector 1 × 8-Pin +12V ProCool Main Power Connector 1 × 24-Pin Voltage Control ASUS DIGI+ VRM Memory Slots 2 × DDR5 DIMM Maximum Memory 128GB Maximum Memory Speed DDR5 8800+MT/s Overclocked Memory Architecture Dual Channel Memory Type Non-ECC, Unbuffered DDR5 and Clocked Unbuffered DIMM On-Die ECC Supported by Non-ECC Unbuffered DDR5 Memory Profiles Intel XMP and ASUS AEMP III Memory Optimisation DIMM Fit Memory Compatibility Note Supported memory type, speed and module quantity depend on CPU and memory configuration VGA Output 1 × VGA HDMI Output 1 × HDMI 1.4 Maximum HDMI Resolution Up to 4K at 30Hz Display Compatibility Note Graphics capabilities depend on the installed processor Main Expansion Slot 1 × PCIe 4.0 x16 Main Slot Reinforcement ASUS SafeSlot Core+ Additional Expansion Slots 2 × PCIe 4.0 x1 Total M.2 Slots 2 M.2_1 PCIe 5.0 x4, Type 2280 M.2_1 Maximum Bandwidth Up to 128Gbps Theoretical M.2_2 PCIe 4.0 x4, Type 2280 M.2_2 Maximum Bandwidth Up to 64Gbps Theoretical SATA Ports 4 × SATA 6Gbps SATA RAID RAID 0, 1, 5 and 10 Through Intel Rapid Storage Technology Wired Network Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet Network Protection ASUS LANGuard WiFi Not Included Bluetooth Not Included Rear USB Ports 6 Total Rear USB 10Gbps 1 × Type-A Rear USB 5Gbps 2 × Type-A Rear USB 2.0 3 × Type-A Front USB Ports Supported Up to 7 Front USB Type-C 1 × USB 5Gbps Connector Front USB 5Gbps Type-A 1 Header Supporting 2 Ports Front USB 2.0 2 Headers Supporting 4 Ports Front USB Type-C Power Output Maximum 5V / 3A USB Sharing Note USB_E2, USB_E3 and USB_E4 Share Bandwidth Audio Codec Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High-Definition Audio Maximum Audio Resolution Up to 24-Bit / 192kHz Audio Features Jack Detection, Multi-Streaming and Front-Panel Jack Retasking Audio Design Audio Shielding, Premium Audio Capacitors and Dedicated Audio PCB Layers 7.1 Audio Requirement Requires a Chassis With an HD Audio Front-Panel Module Rear Ethernet Port 1 × Realtek 2.5Gb RJ-45 Rear Audio Connections 3 × Audio Jacks CPU Fan Header 1 × 4-Pin Chassis Fan Headers 2 × 4-Pin Fan Compatibility PWM and DC Automatic Detection Cooling Heatsink Aluminium Passive Chipset Heatsink Fan Protection Overtemperature and Overcurrent Protection Front-Panel Audio Header 1 × F_AUDIO S/PDIF Output Header 1 Clear CMOS Header 1 System Panel Header 1 × 10-1 Pin Protection Features DIGI+ VRM, LANGuard, Overvoltage Protection, SafeSlot Core+ and Stainless-Steel Rear I/O ASUS Q-Design Q-Dashboard, Q-DIMM, Q-LED Core and Q-Slot ASUS EZ DIY ProCool AI Software ASUS AI Advisor; Availability May Vary by Region ASUS Software Armoury Crate, Fan Xpert 2+, Power Saving, ASUS DriverHub and ASUS CPU-Z Trial Software Norton 360 Deluxe 60-Day Trial and WinRAR 40-Day Trial BIOS Utilities CrashFree BIOS 3, EZ Flash, UEFI BIOS EZ Mode and ASUS MyHotkey BIOS 256Mb Dual 128Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS Manageability Wake-on-LAN by PME and PXE Included SATA Cables 2 × SATA 6Gbps Included I/O Shield 1 Included Documentation Quick Start Guide Core Ultra 200S OS Support Windows 10 64-Bit Version 21H2 or Later; Windows 11 Version 22H2 or Later Core Ultra 200S Plus OS Note Windows 11 Version 25H2 or Later Required for Full Compatibility Form Factor Micro-ATX Dimensions 24.4 × 22.2cm / 9.6 × 8.75 Inches