ASUS PRIME B250-PRO

Asus PRIME B250-PRO

CPU
Intel Socket 1151 for 7th/6th Generation Core i7/Core i5/Core i3/Pentium/Celeron Processors
Supports Intel 14 nm CPU
Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0
* The Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 support depends on the CPU types.
* Refer to www. asus. com for CPU support list

Chipset
Intel B250

Memory
4 x DIMM, Max. 64GB, DDR4 2400/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory *
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
* Refer to www. asus. com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
* Due to Intel chipset limitation, DDR4 2400MHz memory frequency is only supported by 7th Generation Intel processors. Higher memory modules will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2400MHz.
** Due to Intel chipset limitation, DDR4 2133MHz and higher memory modules on 6th Generation Intel processors will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2133MHz.

Graphic
Integrated Graphics Processor- Intel HD Graphics support
Multi-VGA output support : HDMI/DVI-D/RGB ports
- Supports HDMI with max. resolution 4096 x 2160 @ 24 Hz / 2560 x 1600 @ 60 Hz
- Supports DVI-D with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
- Supports RGB with max. resolution 1920 x 1200 @ 60 Hz
Maximum shared memory of 1024 MB

Multi-GPU Support
Supports AMD CrossFireX Technology

Expansion Slots
1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (x16 mode, gray)
1 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x16 (max at x4 mode, black) *1
2 x PCIe 3.0/2.0 x1
2 x PCI

Storage
Intel B250 Chipset :
1 x M. 2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (both SATA & PCIE mode)*2
1 x M. 2 Socket 3, with M key, type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices support (PCIE 3.0 x 4 mode)
6 x SATA 6Gb/s port(s)
Intel Optane Memory Ready *3

LAN
Realtek RTL8111H, 1 x Gigabit LAN Controller(s)
ASUS LAN Guard

Audio
Realtek ALC887 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC *4
Audio Feature :
- LED-illuminated design - Brighten up your build with the gorgeous illuminated audio trace path.
- Audio Shielding: Ensures precision analog/digital separation and greatly reduced multi-lateral interference
- Dedicated audio PCB layers: Separate layers for left and right channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals
- Premium Japanese audio capacitors: Provide warm, natural and immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity

USB Ports
ASMedia USB 3.1 controller :
2 x USB 3.1/3.0/2.0 port(s) (2 at back panel, teal blue, Type-A)

Intel B250 Chipset :
1 x USB 3.0/2.0 port(s) (1 at back panel, , Type-C, Reversible, Support 3A power output)

Intel B250 Chipset :
4 x USB 3.0/2.0 port(s) (2 at back panel, blue, Type-A, 2 at mid-board)

Intel B250 Chipset :
4 x USB 3.0/2.0 port(s) (2 at back panel, black, Type-A, 2 at mid-board)

Special Features
ASUS 5X Protection III :
- ASUS SafeSlot Core: Fortified PCIe Slot prevents damage
- ASUS LANGuard: Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes and static-electricity discharges!
- ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design
- ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O: 3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability!
- ASUS DIGI+ VRM: 6 Phase digital power design

ASUS EPU :
- EPU

ASUS Exclusive Features :
- AI Suite 3
- Low EMI Solution
- ESD Guards
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode featuring friendly graphics user interface

ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution :
- Stylish Fanless Design Heat-sink solution & MOS Heatsink
- ASUS Fan Xpert 2+

ASUS EZ DIY :
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 3
- ASUS MyLogo 2
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode

ASUS Q-Design :
- ASUS Q-Shield
- ASUS Q-Slot
- ASUS Q-DIMM

Digi+VRM
M. 2 Onboard(The latest transfer technologies with up to 32Gb/s data transfer speeds)

Back I/O Ports
1 x PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port(s)
1 x DVI-D
1 x D-Sub
1 x HDMI
1 x LAN (RJ45) port(s)
1 x USB 5Gb/s port(s) Type-C ( support 3A power output )
2 x USB 3.1 (teal blue)
2 x USB 3.0 (blue)
2 x USB 2.0
3 x Audio jack(s)

Internal I/O Ports
1 x USB 3.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 3.0 port(s)
1 x USB 2.0 connector(s) support(s) additional 2 USB 2.0 port(s)
2 x M. 2 Socket 3
6 x SATA 6Gb/s connector(s)
1 x CPU Fan connector(s) (1 x 4 -pin)
2 x Chassis Fan connector(s) (2 x 4 -pin)
1 x S/PDIF out header(s)
1 x 24-pin EATX Power connector(s)
1 x 8-pin ATX 12V Power connector(s)
1 x Front panel audio connector(s) (AAFP)
1 x Clear CMOS jumper(s)
1 x Serial Port header
1 x System panel connector
1 x AIO PUMP Header

Accessories
User's manual
ASUS Q-Shield
2 x SATA 6Gb/s cable(s)
2 x M. 2 screws
1 x Supporting DVD

BIOS
128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS3.0, ACPI 6.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, F3 Shortcut functions and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information

Manageability
WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE
Support Disc
Drivers
ASUS Utilities
EZ Update
Anti-virus software (OEM version)

Operating System
Windows 10 64-bit
Windows 8.1 64-bit *5
Windows 7 32-bit *5
Windows 7 64-bit *5

Form Factor
ATX Form Factor
12. inch x 8.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 21.8 cm )

Note
1. (a) When both M. 2_1 socket and PCIe x1_2 slot are not occupied, PCIe x16_2 runs at x4 mode.
(b) When either M. 2_1 socket, or PCIe x1_2 slot, or both are occupied, PCIe x16_2 only runs at x1 mode.
2. (a) When an M. 2 device in PCIE mode is installed, PCIE x16_2 slot only runs @ x1 mode and SATA6G_1 port is enabled.
(b) When an M. 2 device in SATA mode is installed, the M. 2 device uses the SATA6G_1 bandwidth. SATA6G_1 port is disabled.
3. Only M. 2_2 socket can support Intel Optane Memory. Intel Optane Technology is only supported when using 7th Generation Intel processors. Before using Intel Optane memory modules, ensure that you have updated your motherboard drivers and BIOS to the latest version from ASUS support website.
4. Choose the chassis with HD audio module in front panel to support 8-channel audio output.
5. Windows 8.1 64-bit and Windows 7 32/64-bit are only supported when using 6th Generation Intel Processors