Pro WS W880-
ACE SE
The Pro WS W880-ACE SE empowers workstation users of all levels by maximizing the performance of the latest Intel® Core™ Ultra Processor (Series 2) processors with 8+1+2+2 team power stages, DDR5 slots, PCIe® 5.0 and lightning-fast connectivity including Thunderbolt™ 4 port, dual 2.5Gb Ethernet.
The workstation motherboard is engineered to support dual graphics cards, making it an ideal choice for content creation, AI and deep learning, and IT management.
Thunderbolt™ 4
Dual Ethernet
8+1+2+2 Power Stages
Remote Control Solution
Onboard BMC
ASUS Control Center Express
PCIe® 5.0
Full support for next-gen graphics cards
Easy PC DIY
M.2 Q-Latch and ASUS DriverHub
Unleash DDR5 with DIMM Fit and AEMP III
for easier build customization
24/7 Reliability
168 hours, 45°C and 80% humidity
Exclusive AI Technologies
AI Cooling II, AI Advisor
Ports & Slots
1
4 x DDR5 DIMM slots
Dual channels
2
Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors(Series 2) LGA1851
3
8+1+2+2 power stages (90A)
Fan-less VRM heatsinks
4
1 x USB 5Gbps front-panel header
5
1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C® Port
6
2 x M.2 slots with heatsink
-1 x 2280(PCIe 5.0 x4)
-1 x 2280(PCIe 4.0 x4)
7
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
8
Intel® W880 Chipset
9
1 x SlimSAS
10
2 x M.2 PCIe 4.0 slots
-2 x 2280(PCIe 4.0 x4)
11
2 x USB 2.0 header
12
TB(USB4) header
13
COM Port
14
PCIe4.0 x16 (Max. x4)
15
PCIe 5.0 X16 single
Or X8/x8 dual
16
BMC AST2600
17
ProCool II Connector
1
BMC VGA Port
2
8-CH Audio
3
2.5Gb Ethernet
4
USB 10Gbps
5
Clear CMOS
6
USB 10Gbps
USB 20Gbps(Type-C ®)
7
BIOS Flashback™
8
HDMI
9
USB 10Gbps
1 x Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C®
10
USB 10Gbps
11
2.5Gb Ethernet
12
BMC Management Port
Thunderbolt™ Connectivity
The Pro WS W880-ACE SE features a Thunderbolt™ 4 port, offering high-speed data transfers up to 40Gbps. This allows large files and datasets to be transferred in seconds, boosting productivity for workstation users, AI and deep learning experts, and IT managers. Thunderbolt™ 4 also supports multiple 4K displays or a single 8K display for clear and smooth visuals, essential for professional applications. Its strong compatibility with existing Thunderbolt™ and USB devices simplifies connectivity and management.
PCIe 5.0 Support
The Pro WS W880-ACE SE offers PCIe 5.0 support to give unfettered bandwidth to the fastest SSDs and graphics cards available.
PCIe 5.0 Expansion Slots
Both of the x16 expansion slots are PCIe 5.0, offering incredible speeds of up to 64 GB/s for compatible devices. To bear the brunt of massive graphics cards, they are also protected with SafeSlot retention brackets.
Remote Control Solution
Onboard BMC
The Pro WS W880-ACE SE workstation motherboard features compatibility with BMC connections, and it is bundled with ASUS Control Center Express software to provide comprehensive in-band and out-of-band management features for businesses and industries.
Remote Console (ACCE Service)
Client with BMC (Onboard)
In-band and out-of-band
Client without BMC
In-band only
ASUS Control Center Express
A dedicated chipset heatsink draws heat away to maintain optimum operating temperatures, and it comes with an active fan to enhance thermal efficiency.
USB Port Management
Enable or disable the USB port, or set it to Read Only to prevent data leaks.
Software Blacklist
For added security, a software blacklist is available to help prevent the use of high-risk applications.
Registry Editor On/Off
Remotely disable the Registry Editor on client devices to prevent unauthorized changes to system configurations.
The Core of Your Powerful Workstation
Designed to meet the needs of high-core-count CPUs, the Pro WS W880-ACE SE features 8(80A)+1(80A)+2(80A)+2(80A) power stages that integrate high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers into packages rated for up to 80 amps each. This configuration ensures optimal power delivery, efficiency, stability and performance for new Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2).
Eight Layered PCB design
These are built to tight specifications to ensure flush contact with PSU power lines. The resulting lower impedance helps to prevent hotspots and connector failure.
ProCool II Connectors
This enhances quick heat dissipation around the voltage regulators for enhanced stability and overclocking.
Superior Chokes & Capacitors
These are engineered to resist extreme temperatures, providing a higher level of performance than the industry standard.
Digi+ VRM Control
The ASUS Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) is one of the finest in the industry and ensures ultra-smooth power delivery to the CPU.
Memory
The Pro WS W880-ACE SE enhances DDR5 performance by providing overclocking options that would otherwise be locked, whether you are dealing with high-speed or entry-level memory modules.
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.
AEMP III
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 DDR5-8000 or higher.1
Intelligent AI Solutions
AI Cooling II
Balance the thermals and acoustics of any build with a single click.
AI Advisor
Using AI technology to understand natural-language questions or scenario descriptions, ASUS AI Advisor allows users to explore the functionality and advanced features of ASUS motherboards in a simple and straightforward way.2
Easy PC DIY
M.2 Q-Latch
The innovative ASUS Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without the need for specific tools or screws. This design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the drive and neatly detach it with one tap.
ASUS DriverHub
ASUS DriverHub streamlines the installation and management of ASUS drivers and utilities to keep your hardware up-to-date and perform optimally. This standalone application automatically detects current driver versions and presents available updates in a list view. Users are invited to install ASUS DriverHub after OS installation.
Four Onboard M.2 Slots
The Pro WS W880-ACE SE features one PCIe 5.0 M.2 slot and three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots to enjoy the fastest data transfers of up to 128 Gbps, and all M.2 slots support NVMe RAID configurations to take advantage of the latest available speeds.3
Bandwidth (Gbps)
PCIe5.0 x 4
PCIe4.0 x 4
PCIe3.0 x 4
24/7 Reliability
Optimized for 24/7 operation, the Pro WS W880-ACE SE motherboard is tested to work at up to 45°C and 80% humidity, ensuring it can handle diverse operating environments.
168 hr
Aging time
45 °C
Temperature
80 %
Relative humidity
- Results may vary. Currently, only 2-DIMM configurations are supported. Results are based on a test with an Intel Core Ultra 9 285K processor and 2x16GB SK Hynix DDR5-6400 Clocked Unbuffered DIMM RAM, model HMCG78AHBCA326N.↑
- Availability of ASUS AI Advisor may vary by region.↑
- Actual transmission speed will be lower than theoretical maximum speed.↑
Sustainable Solution
The ASUS Pro WS W880-ACE SE motherboard has received the TÜV Rheinland Green Product certification — an authoritative mark that recognizes products which excel at sustainability and environmentally friendly design . This certification evaluates factors such as Product Carbon Footprint, use of hazardous substances, recyclability, and eco-friendly packaging.
In addition, by incorporating post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials and using FSC™-certified paper packaging, ASUS demonstrates its commitment to responsible manufacturing and reducing environmental impact. Join us on our mission to build a more sustainable future, one innovation at a time.
