ASUS PRIME H610M-A D4-CSM Intel H610 LGA 1700 micro ATX

ASUS Prime series motherboards are expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of 12th Generation Intel processors. Boasting a robust power design, comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options, Prime H610 provides users and PC DIY builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features.<br><br><b>ASUS Corporate Stable Model</b><br>ASUS Corporate Stable Model (CSM) is a commercial program designed to provide stable and reliable motherboards. Offering up to 36-month product lifecycle support and 6-month end-of-life notice to allow sufficient lead times for your organization to get ready for product transitions. Each purchase of an ASUS CSM motherboard comes with ASUS Control Center Express - server-grade IT management software.<br><br><b>ASUS Control<br>Center Express</b><br>ASUS Control Center Express is an integrated IT monitoring and management software designed to deploy faster, simplify IT operations and improve productivity with comprehensive control and user-friendly functions. ASUS Control Center Express is compatible with over 100 ASUS motherboards to provide a high-quality, TCO-optimized solution for your business needs.<br><br>Optimize IT endpoint management<br>Designed to assist IT staff in monitoring and controlling devices within their corporate networks, and facilitate inventory checking in multiple locations remotely<br><br>Automate IT maintenance<br>Allows IT staff to schedule automatic updates of the latest BIOS, software and utilities to specific or all devices at off-peak times, enhancing system stability and IT operational flexibility<br><br>Securely manage all of endpoints<br>Securely manage endpoint configuration, portable storage access and PC software applications by enabling them to create grouping rules on individual devices<br><br><b>FLEXIBILITY</b><br>Comprehensive controls form the foundation of the ASUS Prime series. The Prime H610 motherboard packs flexible tools to tune every aspect of your system, enabling performance tweaks to perfectly match the way you work to maximize productivity.<br><br>All-Around Energy Efficiency<br>The Energy Processing Unit (EPU) automatically optimizes power consumption and maximizes energy savings with Away mode — a smart setting that creates an extreme energy-saving scenario by shutting down unused I/O controllers.<br><br>Flexible cooling controls<br>Prime 600 Series motherboards offer comprehensive control over system fans, via the included Fan Xpert 2+ software. Auto-Tuning mode intelligently configures all parameters with a single click.<br><br>Precise Digital Power Control<br>The Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) delivers real-time control over voltage droop, automatically switching frequency and power-efficiency settings. It also allows you to fine-tune your CPU for ultimate stability and performance.<br><br><b>UEFI BIOS</b><br>The renowned ASUS UEFI BIOS provides everything you need to configure, tweak and tune your system. It offers intelligently simplified options for PC DIY beginners, as well as comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.<br><br>Advanced Tuning for Serious Tweakers<br>An intuitive Advanced mode offered via the UEFI lets you take complete control. A built-in search feature makes it easy to find options, and various advanced functions let you intelligently make nuanced adjustments so you can dial in performance just the way you want.<br><br>Quick and Simple Setup<br>EZ mode displays vital settings and stats and also offers guided wizards, drag-and-drop functionality, and one-click application of important settings — all to help you get your rig up and running in no time.<br><br>Intuitive Graphical Fan Control<br>Fine-tune individual fan settings simply by dragging a curve with the mouse.<br><br>EZ XMP<br>Improve DRAM performance with one click.<br><br>Aura On/Off Mode (Stealth)<br>Easily enable or disable Aura RGB lighting or every onboard LED, for a subdued aesthetic touch.<br><br><b>COOLING</b><br>Prime H610 series are engineered with multiple onboard heatsinks and an array of hybrid fan headers to ensure your rig stays cool and stable under intense workloads.<br><br>VRM Heatsink and Thermal Pad<br>VRM heatsink and thermal pad improve heat transfer from the MOSFETs and chokes for better cooling performance.<br><br>Cooler by Design<br>Prime H610 series feature comprehensive cooling controls that are configurable via Fan Xpert 2+ software or via the UEFI BIOS.<br><br>Multiple Temperature Sources<br>Each header can dynamically reference three thermal sensors. Fan Xpert 2+ allows you to map the temperature of supported ASUS graphics cards to optimize cooling for GPU- and CPU-intensive tasks.<br><br><b>PERFORMANCE</b><br>Prime H610 series are built to handle the additional cores and increased bandwidth of 12th Generation Intel processors. ASUS H610 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.<br><br>Storage<br>Dual M.2 slots (up to 32 Gbps)<br>Prime H610M-A D4-CSM offers two M.2 slots that support data-transfer speeds of up to 32 Gbps via PCIe 3.0, enabling quicker boot-up and app load times with OS or application drives.<br><br><b>Connectivity</b><br><br>PCIe 4.0<br>Prime H610 motherboards are designed specifically for 12th Generation Intel Core CPUs and offer PCIe 4.0 connectivity for the latest GPUs. The wide bandwidth and superfast transmission speeds allow you to create feature-rich builds that can handle high loads effortlessly.<br><br>USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports<br>Numerous USB ports support high-end rigs loaded with peripherals, including rear-panel USB Type-A ports with fast USB 3.2 Gen 2 for transmission speeds of up to 10 Gbps.<br><br>Intel 1 Gb Ethernet<br>Intel Ethernet Connection I219-V reduces CPU overhead and offers exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput for faster, smoother data transfer.<br><br><b>CUSTOMIZATION</b><br>Prime H610 series add 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.<br><br>Aura Sync<br>Outshine the Competition<br>A well-tuned enthusiast system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura offers full RGB lighting control with a variety of functional presets for the built-in RGB LEDs as well as strips and devices connected to the onboard RGB headers — and it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable hardware.<br><br>Armoury Crate<br>Armoury Crate is a new software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported products. From a single intuitive interface, Armoury Crate allows you to easily customize RGB lighting and effects for every compatible device in your arsenal. The software also provides control of settings for an ever-growing number of ASUS products, including keyboard and mouse preferences. Armoury Crate even features dedicated product registration and news to help you stay in touch with the ASUS community.<br><br><b>DIY Friendly</b><br><br>Q-LED Core<br>The Q-LED Core display produces light patterns by power LED during the Power-On Self-Test (POST) that can help users troubleshoot potential issues.<br><br>Fortified PCIe slot prevents damage<br>SafeSlot Core is the ASUS-exclusive PCIe slot. Featuring a fortified design that's anchored to the motherboard by a special hook, SafeSlot Core provides 1.6x stronger retention and 1.3x greater shearing resistance than standard expansion slots.<br><br>Overvoltage Protection<br>World-class circuit-protecting power design<br>An exclusive circuit design with built-in voltage regulators to protect your motherboard from damage caused by unexpected high-level voltages from unstable or inferior power supplies.<br><br>DRAM Overcurrent Protection<br>Short-circuit damage prevention<br>Onboard resettable fuses prevent overcurrent and short-circuit damage. This extends beyond I/O ports to DRAM to safeguard the lifespan of your system and connected devices.<br><br>Stainless-Steel Back I/O<br>3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability<br>Corrosion-resistant stainless-steel back I/O panels bonded with chromium oxide have a lifespan that's three times longer than ordinary panels.<br><br>LANGuard<br>Pumped-up throughput 2.5X higher surge tolerance<br>ASUS LANGuard is a hardware-level network protection feature that integrates advanced signal-coupling technology and premium anti-EMI surface-mounted capacitors to improve throughput and ensure a more reliable connection.ASUS PRIME H610M-A D4-CSM. Processor manufacturer: Intel, Processor socket: LGA 1700, Compatible processor series: Intel® Celeron®, Intel® Core™ i3, Intel® Core™ i5, Intel® Core™ i7, Intel® Core™ i9, Intel® Pentium®. Supported memory types: DDR4-SDRAM, LPDDR3-SDRAM, Maximum internal memory: 64 GB, Memory slots type: DIMM. Supported storage drive interfaces: M.2, SATA III, Supported storage drive types: HDD & SSD. Ethernet interface type: Gigabit Ethernet. Component for: PC, Motherboard form factor: micro ATX, Motherboard chipset family: Intel