Asus Prime B560M-A Intel 10th/11th gen Socket LGA1200 mATX Motherboard

Asus Prime B560M-A Intel 10th/11th gen Socket LGA1200 mATX Motherboard, B560 Chipset, 2x DIMM Memory slots, 1x PCI-e 4.0/3.0 x16 slots, 1x PCI-e 3.0 x16 slot (Supports x4 mode), 1x PCI-e 3.0 x1 slots, Supports 2 x M.2 slots and 6 x SATA 6Gb/s Ports, USB 3.2 Gen 2 Ports, USB 2.0 Ports, USB 3.2 Gen 1 Ports, 1x DisplayPort, 2x HDMI Port, 1x Intel I219-v 1GB Ethernet Port, Aura Sync

Overview:

Intel B560 (LGA 1200), PCIe 4.0,two M.2 slots, 8 power stages, Intel 1 Gb Ethernet, DisplayPort, dual HDMI, rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, V-M.2 Key E slot for Wi-Fi, Aura Sync, Addressable RGB, mATX motherboard

Intel LGA 1200 socket: Ready for 11th Gen Intel Core processors
Enhanced power solution: 8 power stages, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery
Comprehensive cooling: Stronger VRM heatsink, flexible M.2 heatsink, PCH heatsink, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert 2+
Memory overclocking: Support memory overclocking up to 5000 MHz
ASUS OptiMem II: Careful routing for significantly reducing crosstalk, preserving signal integrity for improved memory stability
Ultrafast connectivity: PCIe 4.0, Intel 1 Gb Ethernet, rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-A &Type-C ) and V-M.2 Key E slot for Wi-Fi
Features:

ASUS Prime series motherboards are expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of 10th and 11th Generation Intel Core processors. Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options, Prime B560M-A provides daily users and DIY PC builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features. ASUS Prime B560M-A is perfect for those seeking to create a sleek, futuristic-looking build, thanks to its black and white finish and iridescent metallic nameplate and PCB cover.

Tune It Your Way
Comprehensive controls form the foundation of the ASUS Prime series. The Prime B560 motherboard packs flexible tools to tune every aspect of your system, enabling you to tweak performance settings to perfectly match the way you work - maximizing your productivity.

Cool to the Core
Prime B560 series is engineered with multiple onboard heatsinks and an array of hybrid fan headers to ensure your rig stays cool and stable under intense workloads.

M.2 Heatsink
Flexible M.2 heatsink takes care of two M.2 slots, warding off throttling that can occur with M.2 storage during sustained transfer.

Build on a Solid Foundation
Prime B560 series is built to handle the additional cores and increased bandwidth of 11th Generation Intel Core processors. ASUS B560 motherboards provide all the fundamentals to boost daily productivity, so your system will be ready for action with stable power, intuitive cooling and flexible transfer options.

ASUS OptiMem II
Revisions to the motherboard's trace routing provide the latest Intel processors with unrestricted access to memory bandwidth. ASUS OptiMem II technology carefully maps memory signal pathways across different PCB layers to reduce vias and adds shielding zones that significantly reduce crosstalk.

Top layer - ground ring to prevent lateral interference

Little Things Make a Big Difference
Prime B560 series adds the nuanced details that improve every experience, from exclusive codecs that provide pristine audio quality to intuitive RGB lighting controls that let you customize your system to create a uniquely personal look.

Combined onboard features deliver elevated audio
Intelligent design and premium hardware create audio quality unlike anything you've ever experienced.

Specifications:

CPU Intel Socket LGA1200 for 11th Gen Intel Core Processors & 10th Gen Intel Core, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors
Supports Intel 14 nm CPU
Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
** Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types.
Chipset B560
Memory DDR4 5000(OC) / 4800(OC) / 4600(OC) / 4400(OC) / 4266(OC) / 4000(OC) / 3733(OC) / 3600(OC) / 3466(OC) / 3333(OC) / 3200 / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
OptiMem II
* 10th Gen Intel Core i7/i9 processors support 2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 natively, others will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2666MHz.
* 11th Gen Intel processors support 3200/2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 natively.
Graphics 1 x DP1.4
* Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types.
** Intel 11th & 10th Gen processors support DisplayPort 1.4 with max. resolution of 4096 x 2304 @60Hz.
*** Only Intel 11th Gen processors support HDMI 2.0 with max. resolution of 4K@60Hz, others will only support HDMI 1.4 with max. resolution of 4K@30Hz
Expansion Slots Intel 11th &10th Gen Processors
1 x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 slot(s)
- Intel 11th Gen processors support PCIe 4.0 x16
- Intel 10th Gen processors support PCIe 3.0 x16
Intel B560 Chipset
1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slots
* Enable RST PCIe Storage Remapping for PCH attached PCIe slots to activate Intel Optane Memory.
Storage Supports 2 x M.2 slots and 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Intel 11th Gen Processors
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280
- Only Intel 11th Gen processors support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode, this slot will be disabled for other CPUs
Intel B560 Chipset
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA modes)
6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
* M.2_2 slot shares bandwidth with SATA_2.When M.2_2 slot is operating in SATA mode, SATA_2 will be disabled.
Ethernet ASUS LANGuard
Wireless & Bluetooth V-M.2 slot only (Key E, CNVi & PCIe)
* Wi-Fi module and vertical M.2 Key E bracket set are purchased separately.
USB Rear USB:Total 6 ports
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s) (1 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C )
4 x USB 2.0 port(s) (4 x Type-A)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
1 x USB 2.0 header(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 2.0 ports
1 x USB 2.0 header(s) support(s) additional 1 USB 2.0 ports
Audio ALC887/897
- Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
- Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback"
Audio Features
- Audio Shielding
- Premium Japanese audio capacitors
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
** A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1 Surround Sound audio output.
Back Panel I/O Ports 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 port(s) (1 x Type-A, 1 x USB Type-C )
4 x USB 2.0 port(s) (4 x Type-A)
1 x DisplayPort
2 x HDMI port
1 x Intel I219-V 1Gb Ethernet port
1 x V-M.2 slot (Key E)
3 x Audio jacks
1 x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse combo port
Intrernal I/O Connectors Fan and Cooling related
1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header(s)
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header(s)
2 x 4-pin Chassis Fan header(s)
Power related
1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
1 x 8-pin +12V Power connector
Storage related
2 x M.2 slots (Key M)
6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
USB
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header(s) support(s) additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen1 ports
1 x USB 2.0 header(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 2.0 ports
1 x USB 2.0 header(s) support(s) additional 1 USB 2.0 ports
Miscellaneous
2 x AURA Addressable Gen 2 header(s)
2 x AURA RGB header(s)
1 x Clear CMOS header
1 x COM Port header
1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP)
1 x LPT header
1 x S/PDIF Out header
1 x SPI TPM header (14-1pin)
1 x 20-3 pin System Panel header with Chassis intrude function
Special Features ASUS 5X PROTECTION III
- DIGI+ VRM
- Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection
- ESD Guards
- LANGuard
- Overvoltage Protection
- SafeSlot Core+
- Stainless-Steel Back I/O
ASUS Q-Design
- Q-DIMM
- Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green])
- Q-Slot
ASUS Thermal Solution
- Flexible M.2 heatsink
- VRM heatsink design
AURA Sync
- AURA RGB header(s)
- Addressable Gen 2 RGB header(s)
Software Features ASUS Exclusive Software
Armoury Crate
- AURA Creator
- AURA Sync
AI Suite 3
- Performance And Power Saving Utility
TurboV EVO
EPU
Digi+ VRM
Fan Xpert 2+
- EZ update
ASUS CPU-Z
AI Charger
DAEMON Tools
Norton Anti-virus software (Free Trial version)
WinRAR
UEFI BIOS
ASUS EZ DIY
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 3
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
BIOS 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
Manageability WOL by PME, PXE
Accessories Cables
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
Miscellaneous
1 x M.2 Rubber Package(s)
1 x M.2 SSD screw package(s)
1 x Vertical M.2 Key E bracket set
Installation Media
1 x Support DVD
Documentation
1 x User manual
Operating System Windows 10 64bit
Form Factor microATX
24.4cm x 23.4cm