ASUS Unveils WS X299 Pro SE Motherboard

ASUS is releasing a new X299 motherboard for workstations, supporting Intel’s X-Series HEDT CPUs. The ASUS WS X299 Pro SE is a ‘Special Edition’ version of ASUS’ WS X299 Pro board. As such, it adds an ASUS ASMB9-iKVM IPMI 2.0 compliant remote management chip. Specifically, the chip handles remote management features, such as iKVM, remote BIOS updates, and BSOD capture. In fact, the system uses ASPEED AST2500, supported by ASUS’ custom firmware. The remote management chip is housed beneath a secondary VRM heatsink, which it dissipates heat to through a thermal pad.

ASUS WS X299 Pro SE Specifications

CPU

• Build in Intel Socket 2066 Core X-Series Processors

Chipset

• Build in Intel X299

Memory

• Intel® Core X-series Processors (6-core above):
  • 8 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 4500(O.C)/4000(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/2666/2400 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered, Register Memory
• Intel Core X-series Processors (4-core):
  • 4 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 4500(O.C)/4000(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/2666/2400 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered, Register Memory

Multi-GPU Support

• Supports NVIDIA 3-Way SLI Technology
• Supports AMD 3-Way CrossFireX Technology

Expansion Slots

• 44-Lane CPU:
  • 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16 mode), 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x8 mode), 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x4 mode), 1 x PCIe 3.0 x4 (x4 mode)
• 28-Lane CPU:
  • 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x16 mode), 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x8 mode), 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x4 mode), 1 x PCIe 3.0 x4 (x4 mode)
• 16-Lane CPU:
  • 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x8 mode), 2 x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x4 mode), 1 x PCIe 3.0 x4 (x4 mode)

Storage

• Intel X299 Chipset:
  • PCIe 3.0 x 4 mode: M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support
  • SATA & PCIe mode: M.2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support
• U.2 connector
• SATA 6Gb/s port(s) x6
• Raid 0, 1, 5, 10 Support
• Intel Technologies:
  • Rapid Storage Technology enterprise 5.1 for X-Series (6-core and above) CPU RAID Support
  • Smart Response Technology Support
  • Rapid Storage Technology 15 support
  • Optane Memory Ready

LAN

• Intel I210-AT, 2 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s)

Audio

• Realtek ALC S1220A 7.1-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC featuring Crystal Sound 3
• Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
• Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for headphone and speakers
• Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel MIC Jack-retasking
• High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output (Line-out at rear) and 113 dB (Line-in)

Audio Feature

• DTS Connect and DTS Headphone:X
• Audio amplifier: Provides the highest-quality sound for headphone and speakers
• Premium Japanese-made audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural and immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity
• Unique de-pop circuit: Reduces start-up popping noise to audio outputs
• Separate layer for left and right track, ensuring both sound deliver equal quality

USB Ports

• Intel X299 Chipset:
  • USB 3.1 Gen 1 port(s) (4 at back panel, 2 at mid-board) x6
• Intel X299 Chipset:
  • USB 2.0 port(s) (4 at back panel, 2 at mid-board) x6
• ASMedia USB 3.1 Gen 2 controller:
  • USB 3.1 Gen 2 port(s) (2 at back panel, Type-A + USB Type-CTM, 1 at mid-board) x3

Special Features

• OC Design – ASUS PRO Clock II Technology
• ASUS 5X Protection:
  • Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection – Short circuit damage prevention
  • ESD Guards – Enhanced ESD protection
  • Stainless Steel Back I/O – 3x more durable corrosion-resistant coating
• ASUS EPU:
  • EPU
• ASUS Digital Power Design:
  • 8 Phase CPU Power Design
  • 2 Phase DRAM Power Design
• AURA:
  • RGB Strip Headers
  • Addressable Strip Header(s)
• ASUS Exclusive Features:
  • Ai Charger+
  • Turbo LAN
  • Crystal Sound 3
• ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution:
  • Stylish Fanless Design with M.2 Heat-sink solution
• ASUS Q-Design:
  • Q-Shield
  • Q-Code
  • Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED)
  • Q-Slot
  • Q-DIMM
  • Q-Connector
• M.2 and U.2 Onboard (The Latest Transfer Technology with up to 32Gb/s Data-transfer Speeds for M.2 and U.2):
  • Asus Control Center (ACC) IT management software supported

Back I/O Ports

• LAN (RJ45) port(s) x2
• USB 3.1 Gen 1 x4
• Type-A + USB Type-C USB 3.1 Gen 2 x2
• USB 2.0 x4
• Optical S/PDIF out x1
• USB BIOS Flashback Button(s) x1
• 8-channel Audio I/O x1

Price and Availability

Since we’ve only a new product page to work from right now, we’ve no idea when the ASUS WS X299 Pro SE is out or how much it will be. More information as we get it, though.