Asrock B860 STEEL LEGEND WIFI Intel B860 1851 ATX 4 DDR5 HDMI DP TB4 Wi-Fi 6E 2.5G LAN RGB 4x M.2

Steel Legend represents the philosophical state of rock-solid durability and irresistible aesthetics. Built around the most demanding specs and features, the Steel Legend series aims at daily users and mainstream enthusiasts! Providing a strong array of materials/components to ensure a stable and reliable performance.

• Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2)
• 14+1+1+1+1 Phase Power Design, 80A Dr.MOS for VCore+GT+SA
• 4 x DDR5 DIMMs
• Supports Dual Channel, up to 8666+ (OC)
• 1 PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 PCIe 4.0 x16
• Graphics Output Options: 1 HDMI, 1 DisplayPort, 1 Thunderbolt 4 Type-C
• Realtek ALC1220 7.1 CH HD Audio Codec, Nahimic Audio
• 1 Blazing M.2 (PCIe Gen5x4)
• 2 Hyper M.2 (PCIe Gen4x4)
• 1 M.2 (PCIe Gen4x2)
• 4 SATA3
• 1 Thunderbolt 4 Type-C (Rear)
• 1 USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C (Front)
• 2 USB 3.2 Gen2 (Rear)
• 8 USB 3.2 Gen1 (4 Rear, 4 Front)
• 7 USB 2.0 (3 Rear, 4 Front)
• Realtek 2.5G LAN
• 802.11axe Wi-Fi 6E + Bluetooth
• Supports Lite Release Design,
• Toolless Multi-Layer M.2 Heatsink

Performance

• Exclusive 20K Cap with 1000uF Capacitance -The upgraded 20K Black capacitor not only extends the lifespan to 20,000 hours but also increases the capacitance value from 560uF to 1000uF

• 14+1+1 Power Phase Design- Featuring sturdy components and completely smooth power delivery to the CPU. Plus, it offers unmatched overclocking capabilities and enhanced performance at the lowest temperature for advanced gamers.

• Dr. MOSDr.MOS is an integrated power stage solution optimized for synchronous buck-set down voltage applications! Compared to traditional discrete MOSFETs, it intelligently delivers higher current for each phase, thus providing improved thermal results and superior performance.
• Hi-Density Power Connector- CPU overclocking requires a higher current. ASRock Hi-Density Power Connectors are designed to withstand higher currents compared to traditional CPU and ATX power connectors, providing a more stable system and reducing the risk of fire during heavy overclocking.

• 2oz Copper PCB- 2 ounce copper inner layers that provide stable signal traces and power shapes! Delivering lower temperature and higher energy efficiency for overclocking.

• DDR5 XMP & EXPO Support- Derived from the built for stable and reliable design concept, ASRock does not compromise on any details. This motherboard is built with high-quality materials, enthusiasts can enjoy the boost of DDR5 memory overclocking performance by enabling the pre-tested profiles. Make sure the memory modules are Intel XMP/AMD EXPO capable and overclocking can be made so affordable, satisfying, and absolutely no sweat at al.l

High Speed M.2 Solution

• PCIe Gen5 Blazing M.2- The Blazing M.2 accommodates the latest PCI Express 5.0 standard to perform twice the bandwidth compared to the previous generation, with a breathtaking 128Gb/s transfer speed, it is ready to unleash the full potential of future ultrafast SSDs.
• Hyper M.2 Gen4 x4- Supports PCI Express 4.0 M.2 SSDs, it is capable of performing twice the speed compared to the previous 3rd generation, giving a lightning-fast data transferring experience

DIY Friendly Design

• Graphics Card Lite Release- Equipped with an enlarged latch for easy pressing, simplifying both the installation and removal of graphics cards.
• M.2 Heatsink Toolless Design- Besides the M.2 SSD toolless design on the motherboard, ASRock up a notch by introducing this industry’s first M.2 heatsink quick-release mechanism on the motherboard. The user-friendly toolless design helps installing M.2 SSD super easy & simple.
• M.2 Bottom Heatsink- The M.2 bottom heatsink can dissipate the heat of the M.2 SSD efficiently through the motherboard PCB, maximizing performance while maintaining system stability.

Enlarged M.2 Heatsink

• XXL M.2 Heatsink- The extra large aluminum alloy M.2 heatsink effectively improves heat dissipation to keep those high-speed M.2 SSDs as cool as possible, it can give better stability while maintaining top performance.
• Anti-Drop Screw-The enhanced M.2 heatsink with an anti-drop screw design that makes sure installation process moreeasilyl

Cooling

• Aluminum Heatsink- The first thing that catches the eye is the optimized Aluminum Heatsink Design. Heatsinks are crucial for efficient heat dissipation, especially during heavy workloads like gaming or productivity tasksThe motherboard that is built with heatsinks can effectively manage thermal performance, hence ensuring system stability and durability effortlessly.
• PWM/DC Fan Support- ASRock fan headers automatically detect whether fans are running in DC or PWM mode, allowing users to fine-tune the fan curve and achieve quieter operation.
• Thermistor Header- The thermistor cable and thermistor header provide an additional source for temperature monitoring, offering customized thermal management solutions based on workload. Thermal management settings can be easily configured via Fan-Tastic Tuning or UEFI.
• Fan-Tastic Tuning- ASRock A-Tuning Fan-Tastic Tuning function enables users to auto-detect the minimum duty of each fan with a single click. Users can also easily adjust the fan curve via the visualized UI interface, meeting their system’s cooling performance and noise reduction requirements.

Connectivity

• Wi-Fi 6E 802.11axe- WiFi 6E technology has extended to the whole new 6GHz spectrum band, providing more WiFi capability and giving even better and faster internet traffic. In addition, todeliveringr higher speeds, the WiFi 6E also enhances the lower latency and supports service levels that are equivalent to 5G networks.

• Thunderbolt 4 Type-C -Thunderbolt 4 technology brings speed and versatility to the most advanced USB Type-C, offering a fast and simple level of connection for work or home. It enables lightning-fast data transfer up to 40Gbps and connects external monitors, Thunderbolt, and USB devices with a single Thunderbolt 4 cable.

• Dragon 2.5 Gb/s LAN- The intelligent 2.5Gb/s LAN platform is built for maximum networking performance for the demanding requirements of home networking, content creators, online gamers, and high-quality streaming media. Boost networking performance up to 2.5X the bandwidth compared to the standard gigabit Ethernet, youll enjoy a faster and uncompromised connectivity experience for gaming, file transfers, and backups.

• Ultra USB Power- Provides stable power anda better sound experience! Ultra USB Power provides 5V power transformed from a +12V power rail, whose voltage drop will be much lower than the +5V from the PSU under heavy loading, and prevents noise from other devices or RGB LED.

• Front Panel USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C Header -The latest USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C delivers up to 20 Gbps data transfer rate which is 2x as fast as the previous generation, providing a blazing fast data transfer interface with a reversible USB Type-C design that fits the connector either way.

Nahimic Audio

• Audio That Matters- Whether you are using headphones, a headset, external or internal speakers, via USB, Wi-Fi, analog output, or even HDMI, Nahimic Audio offers you the most engaging listening experience, vibrant with details.
• Enhance Communication Quality- The Powerful algorithms ensure the best noise-free conversation, giving a constant vocal level no matter the distance from your mic. The Nahimic audio engine dynamically clears the sound removes interference noise and lowers the voice The result is better comprehension and less fatigue.
• Sound Tracker- The Sound Tracker is a visual indicator that points out the directions from which predominant sounds are coming. Each sound is properly positioned at 360 on a radar for full immersion during the game.
• Works on any device!- Enjoy the vibrant and high-quality Surround Sound on all your favorite audio devices. Nahimic is compatible with all of your favorite audio tools and ensures the best sound with any of them. Nahimic measures and improves to optimize our technology and offer you the best experience.

Stylish Design

• Polychrome RGB- This motherboard features onboard RGB headers and addressable RGB headers that allow the otherboard to be connected to compatible LED devices such as strips, CPU fans, coolers, chassis, and so on. Users may also synchronize RGB LED devices across the Polychrome RGB Sync-certified accessories to create their unique lighting effects.
• SignalRGB- SignalRGB unifies your RGB devices, offering seamless customization, game-reactive effects, macro automation, and system monitoring. The official partnership empowers ASRock motherboards with advanced lighting control, enhances compatibility with a diverse range of RGB devices, and provides greater customization flexibility.

DIY Friendly

• Customized Thermal Management- The thermistor cable and thermistor header provide an additional source for temperature monitoring, offering customized thermal management solutions.
• Auto Driver Installer- No need to worry about lack of disk drive! Asrockpreinstallsthe l LAN driver to ensure that you can install all drivers needed in an easier way than using SCD.
• BIOS Flashback- Get the most convenient BIOS flashing with just a simple click. Users can easily achieve the latest BIOS support with a USB and a power supply. No CPU, RAM, or other components are required.
• Flexible Integrated I/O Shield- Unlike mostso-calledd pre-mounted I/O shields that are only decorated with fancy color schemes. We reserve more tolerance space and allowthe IO shield to be adjustable when installed, thus fitting cthe hassis perfectly without any mechanical issues.

  Specifications:

  • Motherboard Type: Desktop

  • Form Factor: ATX

  • Socket: Intel 1851

  • Chipset: Intel B860

  • RAM

    • Technology: DDR5 (Dual Channel), Non-ECC, Un-buffered, Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM), Supports XMP 3.0
    • Slots: 4 x DIMM
    • Speeds: Up to 8666+ (OC)
    • Maximum Memory: 256GB

  • Graphics

    • Type: Integrated Graphics (specifications may vary based on CPU type)
    • Ports:
      • 1 x HDMI
      • 1 x DisplayPort
      • 1 x Thunderbolt 4 (supports HDCP 2.3)

  • PCI/PCI Express

    • Intel Core Ultra CPUs (Series 2): 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16
    • Intel B860 Chipset: 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 (supports x2 mode)

  • Storage

    • SATA: 4 x SATA III
    • M.2: 4 x M.2 slots
      • Intel Core Ultra CPUs (Series 2):
        • M.2_1 (2280) – PCIe 5.0 x4
      • Intel B860 Chipset:
        • M.2_2 (2230/2242/2260/2280) – PCIe 4.0 x4
        • M.2_3 (2280) – PCIe 4.0 x4
        • M.2_4 (2280) – PCIe 4.0 x2

  • RAID Support: Supports RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 for SATA storage devices

  • Wireless

    • Wi-Fi: 802.11axe Wi-Fi 6E Module
      • Supports IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n/ac/ax/axe
      • Dual-Band 2×2 with extended 6GHz band support
      • 2 antennas for 2×2 MIMO technology
    • Bluetooth: Version 5.3
    • MU-MIMO: Supported

  • LAN: 2.5GB LAN

  • Audio: 7.1 Channel HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC1220 Audio Codec)

  • USB Ports Supported

    • Rear:
      • 1 x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C (40Gbps)
      • 2 x USB 10Gbps Type-A
      • 4 x USB 5Gbps Type-A
      • 3 x USB 2.0
    • Front:
      • 1 x USB 20Gbps Type-C
      • 4 x USB 5Gbps Type-A
      • 4 x USB 2.0

  • Back Panel I/O Ports

    • 2 x Antenna Ports
    • 1 x HDMI
    • 1 x DisplayPort 1.4
    • 1 x Optical SPDIF Out
    • 1 x Thunderbolt 4 Type-C (40Gbps)
    • 2 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A
    • 4 x USB 3.2 Gen1
    • 3 x USB 2.0
    • 1 x RJ-45 LAN
    • 1 x BIOS Flashback Button
    • 1 x Line Out Jack
    • 1 x Microphone Input Jack

  • Internal I/O Connectors

    • 1 x Thermistor Cable
    • 1 x SPI TPM
    • 1 x Power LED and Speaker
    • 1 x RGB LED
    • 3 x Addressable LED
    • 2 x CPU Fan
    • 5 x Chassis Fan
    • 1 x AIO Pump Fan
    • 1 x 24 pin ATX
    • 2 x 8 pin 12V
    • 1 x Front Panel Audio
    • 2 x USB 2.0
    • 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1
    • 1 x Front Panel Type-C USB 3.2 Gen2x2

  • Accessories

    • 2 x SATA Data Cables
    • 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas
    • 1 x Thermistor Cable

  • Warranty: 3-Year Replacement Warranty