Asus PRO B860M-CT-CSM LGA1851 DDR5 Motherboard MATX

Introducing the Asus PRO B860M-CT-CSM LGA1851 DDR5 Motherboard MATX — a business-focused, AI-ready foundation for modern IT and commercial systems. Built by Asus, the world’s leading motherboard brand, this Micro ATX platform combines future-proof connectivity, enterprise-grade manageability and rock-solid stability in a compact 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm form factor. Whether you’re deploying workstations, compact servers, or AI-accelerated endpoints, this board delivers the performance headroom, expansion flexibility and long-term availability that professional environments require.

Benefits

• Future-ready performance: LGA 1851 compatibility and support for next-generation Intel® Core™ processors mean you can harness improved CPU performance and AI-focused capabilities as workloads evolve.
• Scalable memory for demanding applications: Four DDR5 slots supporting up to 8666+ MT/s (OC) and a maximum of 256GB let you configure memory-rich systems for data-heavy business tasks, virtualization and content creation.
• Reliable, business-oriented management: Integrated ASUS Control Center Express and participation in the Asus CSM program provide simplified remote monitoring, centralized control and consistent supply for IT fleets.
• Compact yet expandable: Micro ATX sizing keeps systems space-efficient while offering a robust selection of expansion slots and storage interfaces for easy upgrades and custom configurations.
• Enhanced connectivity and compatibility: A blend of modern I/O — including USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C, dual M.2 slots, PCIe 5.0 SafeSlot and Intel 1Gb LAN — delivers the performance and interoperability expected in enterprise deployments.

Key features

• Feature — Next-generation CPU and chipset support

The Intel® LGA 1851 socket paired with the Intel® B860 chipset positions this board to support upcoming Intel® Core™ Ultra processors, delivering accelerated compute performance for AI inference, multitasking and business applications. The chipset optimizes platform stability while supporting the latest feature sets and I/O standards.

• Feature — High-performance DDR5 memory subsystem

Four DDR5 memory slots support blazing transfer rates up to 8666+ MT/s (OC) and up to 256GB total capacity. This memory architecture provides the bandwidth and headroom required for analytics, virtualization, large datasets and multi-application workflows, ensuring responsive performance under sustained loads.

• Feature — Flexible expansion and graphics options

Expand and customize with a PCIe 5.0 x16 SafeSlot for next-gen GPUs or accelerators, a secondary PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (operating at x4 mode) for additional cards, and a PCIe 4.0 x1 slot for networking or I/O add-ins. The board’s integrated graphics support also enables compact builds without discrete GPUs when appropriate.

• Feature — High-speed storage and RAID capability

Dual M.2 slots plus four SATA 6Gb/s ports provide a versatile storage toolkit: NVMe SSDs for ultra-fast system and application storage alongside SATA drives for mass capacity. Built-in SATA RAID 0/1/5/10 support gives you the option to optimize for performance, redundancy or a balance of both in business-critical environments.

• Feature — Business-grade connectivity and audio

Network reliably with an Intel® 1Gb LAN port optimized for stable throughput and management integration. Front and rear USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C and Type-A connectors offer fast peripheral and external storage connectivity. Onboard Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound HD audio ensures clear voice communications, multimedia playback and conferencing capability for modern workplace needs. Combined with ASUS Control Center Express, these interfaces simplify device administration and monitoring at scale.

Summary

The Asus PRO B860M-CT-CSM is a meticulously engineered Micro ATX motherboard designed for organizations that demand stability, manageability and forward-looking performance. From AI-aware CPU support and high-speed DDR5 memory to PCIe 5.0 expansion, versatile storage options and enterprise-focused management tools, this board gives IT teams the flexibility to build compact, capable systems that scale with evolving business needs. Trust the Asus PRO B860M-CT-CSM to deliver the connectivity, durability and performance required for professional deployments and intelligent computing initiatives.