Intel LGA-1151 mATX motherboard with Aura Sync RGB header, DDR4
2666MHz, M.2 support, HDMI, Intel Optane memory ready, SATA 6Gbps
and USB 3.1 Gen 2
ASUS Prime 300 Series motherboards provide the solid foundation
needed for your first build, plus flexibility to grow with your
ambitions. We've melded all the good stuff that's packed into the
latest 8th Generation Intel® Core™ processors with essential ASUS
design and engineering, so you benefit from industry-leading
technologies — including automated system tuning, comprehensive
cooling controls, and immersive onboard audio. When you build with
an ASUS Prime 300 Series motherboard, you build smart, easy and
affordably.
Tune it your way
Improved DDR4 stability
ASUS OptiMem preserves memory signal integrity by routing traces
and vias to the optimal PCB layer, and our T-Topology trace layout
ensures time-aligned signaling by balancing trace lengths between
memory slots. These enhancements allow the Prime 300 Series to
support a wide range of dual and quad-DIMM memory kits, while
providing your rig with the stability it needs to deal with any
type of workload - whether you're gaming or running intensive
applications
ASUS OptiMem benefits:
- Improved memory stability and compatibility
- Allows lower memory latencies at equivalent voltages
- Improved memory frequency margin
- Tested by using Synopsys HSPICE simulation software
Cooler by design
Prime 300 Series features the most comprehensive cooling controls
ever, configurable via ASUS Fan Xpert software or the UEFI
BIOS.
Multiple temperature sources
Each header can be set to monitor and react to up to three thermal
sensors. Via Fan Xpert, you can also assign a sensor to monitor the
temperature of supported ASUS graphics cards to ensure optimal
cooling during GPU- or CPU-intensive workloads.
4-pin PWM/DC fan
Each onboard CHA FAN header supports PWM and DC mode.
* Specifications and features vary by model, and all images are
illustrative. Please refer specification pages for full
details.
Media-acclaimed UEFI BIOS
The UEFI BIOS is an early waypoint on any PC-building journey, and
Prime 300 Series has one of the best in the business.
Q-Fan Control
Can configure the fan's operating speed manually, or use the easy
pre-configured fan profiles to select Standard, Silent, Turbo or
Full Speed modes, plus automatic switch to full speed if the
temperature hits 75°C.
Search Function
When you're ready for a deeper dive, Advanced mode enables full
control over every aspect of the motherboard — with a built-in
Search function to find the setting you need in the blink of an
eye.
EZ mode
- EZ Tuning Wizard
Quickly apply a CPU overclock to improve system performance, or
configure a RAID array for faster data retrieval and backups
- Intuitive graphical fan control
Fine-tune individual fans simply by dragging a curve with the
mouse.
- SATA Information:
Display SATA port details that help you easily recognize
drives.
- Fast Clock Adjustment:
Use mouse controls to change the time and date.
Advanced mode
- My Favorites
Quickly find tuning options and add preferred tools to the
list.
- Secure Erase:
Restore your SSDs to factory-fresh condition.
- User Profile
Save BIOS settings for migration to new BIOS version or
system.
- SATA Port Renaming:
Rename SATA ports for easy identification.
Ultrafast connectivity
USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A
Ultimate-speed 10Gbps with USB 3.1 Gen 2 onboard
With backward-compatible USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A™, you'll experience
ultimate connection flexibility and blazing data-transfer speeds of
up to 10Gbps — twice as fast as standard USB 3.1 Gen 1.
* Specifications and features vary by model, and all images are
illustrative. Please refer specification pages for full
details.
USB 3.1 Gen 1 front-panel connector
Future-proof connectivity
USB 3.1 Gen 1 is right where you need it, with two super-speed
headers for the front panel. Experience data-transfer speeds up to
10X faster than USB 2.0 with instant plug-and-play connectivity,
and avoid back-breaking contortions in the hunt for hard-to-reach
rear ports.
* Specifications and features vary by model, and all images are
illustrative. Please refer specification pages for full
details.
M.2
Speed up with onboard M.2
With x4 PCI Express® 3.0/2.0 bandwidth, M.2 supports up to 32Gbps
data-transfer speeds. It's the perfect choice for an operating
system or application drive, providing fast access to data.
* Specifications and features vary by model, and all images are
illustrative. Please refer specification pages for full
details.
Intel Optane memory
Intel Optane memory ready
Intel Optane™ is a revolutionary non-volatile memory technology
supported by Prime 300 Series motherboards. Intel Optane memory
modules accelerate attached storage to reduce boot and load times,
so everything feels faster and more responsive.
Native M.2/NVMe PCIe RAID Support for
Lightning Fast Storage Speed!
Lightning-fast storage speed: With x4 PCI Express 3.0/2.0
bandwidth, M.2 supports up to 32Gb/s data-transfer speeds. It is
the perfect choice for an operating system or application drive,
making your whole PC or professional apps work as fast as
possible.
Reliable stability and compatibility
Built to Last
ASUS is the world's leading motherboard brand. Our motherboards are
extensively tested for compatibility with more than 1,000
components and devices, and each new model undergoes a minimum of
8,000 hours of strict validation — offering the peace of mind of
knowing that your ASUS motherboard is fit for all environments and
applications. Choosing ASUS is an assurance of trouble-free DIY
experiences.
5X
Protection III
Hardware safeguards to ensure long-term durability.
520+
DDR4 compatibility
Industry-leading DDR4 memory compatibility for best flexibility and
reassurance.
1000+
compatible devices
Compatibility with a range of CPUs, memory modules, graphics cards
and more.
8000+
validation hours
Extensive testing with latest components for enhanced reliability,
compatibility and safety.
Prime 300 Series motherboards are engineered with industry-leading
5X Protection III, employing the finest components, excellent
circuit design and exacting standards to guarantee the quality and
long-term durability of your investment. That means exceptional
protection and stability for your build — thanks to decades of
engineering experience from the world's leading motherboard
brand.
1000+
Compatible devices and components
The superior compatibility of Prime 300 Series is evidenced by our
extensive list of supported devices — which includes thousands of
compatible components — and our Qualified Vendor List (QVL) that
identifies memory compatibility. It all adds up to more choices for
worry-free PC-building experiences.
8000+
VALIDATION HOURS
ASUS motherboards offer superb endurance. We verify this by
subjecting every board to more than 8,000 hours of stringent tests.
A barrage of burn-in, environmental, compatibility, software and
safety tests confirm that our motherboards are exceptionally
robust. It also shows that ASUS reliability surpasses industry
standards, ensuring that every component is designed to function
flawlessly in any environment.
Upgrade to unrivalled audio
Outstanding audio
Combined onboard features deliver elevated audio
Intelligent design and premium hardware create audio quality unlike
anything you've ever experienced!
- Audio shielding
Separates analog/digital signal domains, significantly reducing
multi-lateral interference.
- Separate layer for left and right tracks
Ensures minimal crosstalk between audio paths.
- Premium Japanese-made audio capacitors
Premium parts provide an immersive sound signature, with
exceptional fidelity.
* Specifications and features vary by model, and all images are
illustrative. Please refer specification pages for full
details.
Visual beauty, virtual worlds
Aura Sync
Outshine the competition
A well-tuned enthusiast system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS
Aura Sync offers full lighting connected via the motherboard's RGB
header, with a variety of functional presets for external LED
strips.* And it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of
Aura-capable ASUS hardware.
* The Aura RGB-strip header supports 5050 RGB LED strips with a max
power rating of 3A (12V). For maximum brightness, strip length
should not exceed 3m.
LED strips and Aura Sync-compatible devices are sold
separately.
* Specifications and features vary by model, and all images are
illustrative. Please refer specification pages for full
details.
Brighten Up Your Build
LED-illuminated control for trace paths
Built-in LED lighting options illuminate your build in a variety of
eye-catching styles.
* Specifications and features vary by model, and all images are
illustrative. Please refer specification pages for full
details.
Beyond VR ready
Complete your immersion
Prime 300 series isn't just VR ready — it goes way beyond. The ASUS
Beyond VR Ready marque means that Prime 300 series has been tested
with loads of class-leading components to ensure that your
productivity, gaming and entertainment needs are tuned for maximum
performance. ASUS Beyond VR Ready opens up a new way to configure
and build your dream system with total confidence.
Intel B360 chipset
The Intel® B360 is a single-chipset design that supports 8th
Generation Intel® Core™ LGA1151 processors. It provides improved
performance by utilizing serial point-to-point links, allowing
increased bandwidth and stability. Additionally, the B360 chipset
provides a maximum of four USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports, two USB 3.1 Gen 1
ports, six SATA 6Gbps ports, and 32Gbps M.2 and PCIe 3.0 lane-speed
support, for faster data retrieval. Intel B360 also supports
integrated-graphics, so you'll enjoy the very latest in graphics
performance.
Ready for 8th Generation Intel LGA1151 Core processors
This motherboard supports 8th Generation Intel® Core™ processors in
the LGA1151 package, with integrated graphics, memory and PCI
Express controllers to support onboard graphics output with
dedicated chipsets, dual-channel (4-DIMM) DDR4 memory and 16 PCI
Express 3.0/2.0 lanes for great performance.
- ASUS OptiMem: Careful routing of traces and vias to preserve
signal integrity for improved memory stability
- Fan Xpert 2+: Flexible controls for ultimate cooling and
quietness, plus GPU-temperature sensing for cooler gaming
- 5X Protection III: Multiple hardware safeguards for all-round
protection
- Ultrafast connectivity: Supreme flexibility with USB 3.1 Gen 2
Intel Optane memory ready and native M.2 support for Lightning-fast
storage speeds
General
Brand: |
Asus
|
Release date: |
March 2018 |
Package Dimensions: |
260 x 270 x 50mm (L x W x T) |
Categories: |
Computers >
Components >
Motherboards >
Intel >
LGA 1151
|
LSN: |
X4Q-C8H-VND-6 |
Barcode: |
4712900984361 |
Component For: |
PC
|
Model Number: |
90MB0WQ0-M0EAY0
|
Supported CPU
CPU Socket Type: |
LGA 1151 (Socket H4)
|
Processor Series: |
Intel® Celeron®
•
Intel® Core™ i3
•
Intel Core i5
•
Intel Core i7
•
Intel® Pentium®
|
Chipset
Chipset: |
Intel® B360
|
Chipset Family: |
Intel
|
Memory
Channels Supported: |
Dual Channel
|
Maximum Memory Supported: |
64 GB
|
Memory Standard: |
DDR4-SDRAM
|
Non-ECC: |
Yes
|
Slot Type: |
DIMM
|
Supported Clock Speed: |
2133
•
2400
•
2666
|
Unbuffered Memory: |
Yes
|
Storage
Onboard
Audio Channels: |
7.1 channels
|
EPS Power Connector (8-Pin): |
Yes
|
Fan Connectors: |
2
|
Front Panel Audio Connectors: |
Yes
|
S/PDIF Out Connector: |
Yes
|
USB Ports: |
2
|
Rear Panel Ports
D-SUB / VGA: |
1
|
DVI-D: |
1
|
Ethernet: |
1
|
HDMI: |
1
|
PS/2: |
2
|
USB 2.0: |
2
|
USB 3.0: |
1
|
BIOS
BIOS Memory Size: |
16 MB
|
BIOS Type: |
UEFI AMI
|
Clear BIOS Jumper: |
Yes
|
Power
Networking
Ethernet / LAN: |
Yes
|
Ethernet Interface Type: |
Gigabit Ethernet
|
Lan Chipset: |
Realtek RTL8111H
|
Ports
USB 3.0 (3.1 Gen 1) Type-C Ports: |
1
|
USB 3.1 (Gen 2) Type-A Ports: |
2
|
System Requirements
Windows Operating Systems Supported: |
Windows 10
•
Windows 10 Education
•
Windows 10 Education x64
•
Windows 10 Enterprise
•
Windows 10 Enterprise x64
•
Windows 10 Home
•
Windows 10 Home x64
•
Windows 10 IOT Core
•
Windows 10 Pro
•
Windows 10 Pro x64
|
Physical Specification
Form Factor: |
micro ATX
|
Item Depth (mm): |
206
|
Item Width (mm): |
244
|
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