The ASUS X99-M WS is an Intel X99 (LGA2011-V3) Micro ATX workstation motherboard designed for Intel Core i7 Extreme Edition and Xeon E5-1600/2600 v3/v4 series processors. It features an 8-phase digital power design with high-quality components for stable performance under heavy workloads. The motherboard supports Quad Channel DDR4 memory with frequencies up to 3333MHz(OC) across 8 DIMM slots, with a maximum capacity of 128GB.
For expansion, it provides 4 PCIe 3.0 x16 slots (x16/x16/x16/x8) optimized for multi-GPU configurations and professional graphics cards. Storage options include 8 SATA 6Gbps ports with RAID 0/1/5/10 support, plus 1 Ultra M.2 (PCIe 3.0 x4) slot for high-speed NVMe SSDs. Networking capabilities feature dual Intel Gigabit LAN ports with teaming support for reliable conNECtivity.
The board includes 8-channel HD audio with premium components, multiple USB 3.0 ports (6 rear, 2 via header), and workstation-grade build quality with reinforced PCIe slots. Additional features include ASUS WS remote management utilities, comprehensive cooling controls with multiple fan headers, and durable components rated for 24/7 operation. The compact Micro ATX form factor (9.6" x 9.6") makes it suitable for space-constrained workstation builds requiring professional-grade performance and reliability.