Pro WS W880-ACE SE
Intel W880 LGA1851 ATX workstation motherboard with PCIe® 5.0, DDR5 support, Dual 2.5Gb Ethernet, four M.2 slots, plus a USB 20Gbps front-panel connector and onboard BMC.
  • Ready for advanced AI PCs : Designed for the future of AI computing, with the placement and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications
  • Intel LGA1851 socket : Ready for Intel® Core™ Ultra 9, 7, and 5 desktop processors
  • Robust performance : 8+1+2+2 teamed power stages, ProCool II power connectors, high-quality alloy chokes and durable capacitors
  • Future-proofed connectivity : Thunderbolt™ 4, Dual 2.5Gb Ethernet, two PCIe® 5.0 PCIe slots with full support for next-gen graphics cards, one PCIe 5.0 M.2 and three PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots and a USB 20Gbps front-panel header
  • Exclusive AI technologies : AI Cooling II, AI Advisor and NPU boost
  • DIY-friendly design : M.2 Q-Latch, BIOS FlashBack™, Q-Connector
  • Server-grade IPMI remote management and onboard BMC : Hardware- and software-level management with a dedicated LAN port link to an onboard AST2600 BMC controller, plus ASUS Control Center Express software for real-time monitoring and management
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Pro WS W880-ACE SE
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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.

Advanced AI PC ready icon Intel Core Ultra badge Intel W880 chipset badge
A product photo of Pro WS W880-ACE SE
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Thunderbolt™ 4

Dual Ethernet icon. One port is 10G, and the other port is 2.5G

Dual Ethernet

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8+1+2+2 Power Stages

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Remote Control Solution

Onboard BMC
ASUS Control Center Express

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PCIe® 5.0

Full support for next-gen graphics cards

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Easy PC DIY

M.2 Q-Latch and ASUS DriverHub

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Unleash DDR5 with DIMM Fit and AEMP III

for easier build customization

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24/7 Reliability

168 hours, 45°C and 80% humidity

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Exclusive AI Technologies

AI Cooling II, AI Advisor

Ports & Slots

A product photo of the Pro WS W880-ACE SE showcasing all the important ports and 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

A photo of the back I/O of Pro WS W880-ACE SE showcasing all the important ports.

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.

A monitor, a laptop, and a smartphone, all displaying the ACCE interface.

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.

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USB Port Management

Enable or disable the USB port, or set it to Read Only to prevent data leaks.

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Software Blacklist

For added security, a software blacklist is available to help prevent the use of high-risk applications.

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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).

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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.

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ProCool II Connectors

This enhances quick heat dissipation around the voltage regulators for enhanced stability and overclocking.

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Superior Chokes & Capacitors

These are engineered to resist extreme temperatures, providing a higher level of performance than the industry standard.

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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.

Performance Boost

NPU Boost

The integrated Neural Processing Unit in Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2) efficiently accelerates AI workflows — and NPU Boost lets you do more with it. This BIOS feature overclocks the NPU with just one click, increasing performance by up to 24%. 1

This is a UEFI BIOS interface displaying the NPU BOOST feature.

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.

Up to DDR5 9066+ MHz

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.2

This is a UEFI BIOS interface displaying the AEMP II feature.

Intelligent AI Solutions

AI Cooling II

Balance the thermals and acoustics of any build with a single click.

AI Cooling II user interface

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.3

AI Advisor user interface

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.

Showcasing the design of the M.2 Q-Latch.

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.

AI DriverHub user interface

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.4

Bandwidth (Gbps)

PCIe5.0 x 4

128

PCIe4.0 x 4

64

PCIe3.0 x 4

32

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

  1. Results were with an Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 285K processor, ROG Maximus Z890 Extreme motherboard, GeForce RTX™ 4090 24GB graphics card, and XPG Lancer DDR5 memory modules (model AX5U6000C4016G). Individual results may vary.↑
  2. 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.↑
  3. Availability of ASUS AI Advisor may vary by region.↑
  4. Actual transmission speed will be lower than theoretical maximum speed.↑
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TÜV Rheinland Green Product certification

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 energy efficiency, 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.

*ASUS provides customers of Greenmark certified products with repair and replacement services for a minimum of 4 years after the product reaches End-of-Life (EOL). If the product is out of warranty, paid repair services will be available.

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