ASUS PRIME B360-PLUS Intel B360 LGA 1151 (Socket H4) ATX motherboard

ASUS Prime 300 Series motherboards provide the solid foundation needed for your first build plus flexibility to grow with your ambitions We&39;ve melded all the good stuff that&39;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 wayImproved DDR4 stabilityASUS 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&39;re gaming or running intensive applicationsA larger signal eye results in improved stability more overclocking headroom and lower operating voltagesASUS OptiMem advantageASUS OptiMem5312 VpSReference design7251 VpS26Reduction in crosstalkASUS OptiMem benefitsImproved memory stability and compatibilityAllows lower memory latencies at equivalent voltagesImproved memory frequency marginTested by using Synopsys HSPICE simulation softwareTune it your wayImproved DDR4 stabilityASUS 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&39;re gaming or running intensive applicationsASUS OptiMem benefits- Improved memory stability and compatibility- Allows lower memory latencies at equivalent voltages- Improved memory frequency marginTested by using Synopsys HSPICE simulation softwareCooler by designPrime 300 Series features the most comprehensive cooling controls ever configurable via ASUS Fan Xpert software or the UEFI BIOS Multiple temperature sourcesEach 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 PWMDC fanEach 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 BIOSThe 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 ControlCan configure the fan&39;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 FunctionWhen you&39;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 Ultrafast connectivityUSB 31 Gen 2 Type-AUltimate-speed 10Gbps with USB 31 Gen 2 onboardWith backward-compatible USB 31 Gen 2 Type-A™ you&39;ll experience ultimate connection flexibility and blazing data-transfer speeds of up to 10Gbps — twice as fast as standard USB 31 Gen 1 Specifications and features vary by model and all images are illustrative Please refer specification pages for full details USB 31 Gen 1 front-panel connectorFuture-proof connectivityUSB 31 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 20 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 M2Speed up with onboard M2With x4 PCI Express® 3020 bandwidth M2 supports up to 32Gbps data-transfer speeds It&39;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 memoryIntel Optane memory readyIntel 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 M2NVMe PCIe RAID Support forLightning Fast Storage Speed!Not satisfied with single-storage device readwrite speeds? Then join the fast lane and build a RAID 0 array using two PCIe storage drives to enjoy data transfers at lightning speeds Reliable stability and compatibilityBuilt to LastASUS is the world&39;s leading motherboard brand Our motherboards are extensively tested for compatibility with more than 1000 components and devices and each new model undergoes a minimum of 8000 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 5XProtection IIIHardware safeguards to ensure long-term durability 520 DDR4 compatibilityIndustry-leading DDR4 memory compatibility for best flexibility and reassurance 1000 compatible devicesCompatibility with a range of CPUs memory modules graphics cards and more 8000 validation hoursExtensive 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&39;s leading motherboard brand 1000 Compatible devices and componentsThe 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 HOURSASUS motherboards offer superb endurance We verify this by subjecting every board to more than 8000 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 audioOutstanding audioCombined onboard features deliver elevated audioIntelligent design and premium hardware create audio quality unlike anything you&39;ve ever experienced!Audio shieldingSeparates analogdigital signal domains significantly reducing multi-lateral interference Separate layer for left and right tracksEnsures minimal crosstalk between audio paths Premium Japanese-made audio capacitorsPremium 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 worldsBrighten Up Your BuildLED-illuminated control for PCIe slot and trace pathsBuilt-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 readyComplete your immersionPrime 300 series isn&39;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 chipsetThe 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 31 Gen 2 ports two USB 31 Gen 1 ports six SATA 6Gbps ports and 32Gbps M2 and PCIe 30 lane-speed support for faster data retrieval Intel B360 also supports integrated-graphics so you&39;ll enjoy the very latest in graphics performance Ready for 8th Generation Intel LGA1151 Core processorsThis 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 3020 lanes for great performance ASUS OptiMem Careful routing of traces and vias to preserve signal integrity for improved memory stabilityFan Xpert 2 Flexible controls for ultimate cooling and quietness plus GPU-temperature sensing for cooler gaming5X Protection III Multiple hardware safeguards for all-round protectionSupreme flexibility with USB 31 Gen 2 Intel Optane memory ready and dual native M2 support for lightning-fast storage speedsMemoryNumber of memory slots 4Memory slots type DIMMSupported memory types DDR4-SDRAMMemory channels DualNon-ECC YesSupported memory clock speeds 213324502666 MHzMaximum internal memory 64 GBUnbuffered memory YesProcessorProcessor manufacturer IntelIntel Core i3i5i7 series i3-8xxxi5-8xxxi7-8xxxCompatible processor series Intel® Celeron® Intel Core i3 Intel Core i5 Intel Core i7 Intel® Pentium®Processor socket LGA 1151 (Socket H4)Internal IONumber of M2 (M) slots 2Supported storage drive interfaces M2 Serial ATA IIIUSB 20 connectors 1USB 30 (31 Gen 1) connectors 1Number of SATA III connectors 6Number of EATX power connectors 1Number of chassis fan connectors 2Front panel audio connector YesEPS power connector (8-pin) YesCPU fan connector YesATX Power connector (24-pin) YesBack panel IO portsUSB 30 (31 Gen 1) Type-A ports quantity 2USB 31 (31 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity 2USB 20 ports quantity 4VGA (D-Sub) ports quantity 1PS2 ports quantity 1HDMI ports quantity 1Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports 1DVI-D ports quantity 1Technical detailsMotherboard chipset family IntelMotherboard chipset Intel B360Parallel processing technology support CrossFireXIntel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD) YesMotherboard form factor ATXComponent for PCAudioAudio output channels 71 channelsNetworkingEthernet LAN YesLAN controller Realtek RTL8111HEthernet interface type Gigabit EthernetPerformanceIntel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) YesWindows operating systems supported Windows 10Windows 10 EducationWindows 10 Education x64Windows 10 EnterpriseWindows 10 Enterprise x64Windows 10 HomeWindows 10 Home x64Windows 10 IOT CoreWindows 10 ProWindows 10 Pro x64Motherboard chipset family IntelMotherboard chipset Intel B360Intel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD) YesAudio output channels 71 channelsMotherboard form factor ATXComponent for PCGraphicsParallel processing technology support CrossFireXMaximum resolution 4096 x 2160 pixelsExpansion slotsPCI Express x1 (Gen 3x) slots 2PCI Express x16 (Gen 3x) slots 2PCI slots 1BIOSBIOS type UEFI AMIClear CMOS jumper YesBIOS memory size 16 MBACPI version 61VideoMaximum resolution 4096 x 2160 pixelsSoftwareWindows operating systems supported Windows 10Windows 10 EducationWindows 10 Education x64Windows 10 EnterpriseWindows 10 Enterprise x64Windows 10 HomeWindows 10 Home x64Windows 10 IOT CoreWindows 10 ProWindows 10 Pro x64Processor special featuresIntel® Turbo Boost Technology 20Intel® Quick Sync Video Technology YesIntel® InTru™ 3D Technology YesIntel® Insider™ YesIntel® Optane™ Memory Ready YesIntel® Clear Video HD Technology (Intel® CVT HD) YesWeight & dimensionsWidth 305 mmDepth 221 mm... 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