ASUS PRIME B660M-K D4 12th Gen Micro ATX Motherboard

ASUS PRIME B660M-K D4 12th Gen Micro ATX Motherboard

The ASUS PRIME B660M-K D4 is a microATX motherboard designed for 12th generation Intel Core processors, Pentium Gold, and Celeron processors. It offers a compact form factor without compromising on features and performance.The motherboard features a Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC, providing high-quality audio output. It supports jack-detection, multi-streaming, and front panel jack-retasking. Please note that for 7.1 surround sound audio output, a chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required. The motherboard includes three audio jacks for convenient audio connectivity.With a 128Mb Flash ROM and UEFI AMI BIOS, the motherboard provides a reliable and user-friendly BIOS interface. It also comes bundled with ASUS exclusive software, including Armoury Crate for system optimization, AI Suite 3 for performance and power management, and TurboV EVO, EPU, and DIGI+ VRM for enhanced control over system parameters. Other bundled software includes ASUS CPU-Z, Norton Anti-virus software (free trial version), and WinRAR.Equipped with a D-Sub port and an HDMI port, the motherboard supports flexible display options. The HDMI port supports 4K@60Hz resolution as specified in HDMI 2.1, delivering crisp and vibrant visuals.Internal I/O ports include fan and cooling headers for efficient temperature management, power connectors, storage connectors, USB headers, and various other headers for easy connectivity. The motherboard also features a SPI TPM header for trusted platform module integration.The ASUS PRIME B660M-K D4 supports up to 64GB of DDR4 memory across two DIMM slots. It offers a dual-channel memory architecture and supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) for easy memory overclocking.The motherboard provides reliable networking capabilities with a Realtek 1Gb Ethernet port. It ensures stable and fast internet connectivity for your system.Storage options include two M.2 slots (Key M) and four SATA 6Gb/s ports, offering ample storage expansion possibilities. The M.2 slots support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode for faster data transfer speeds. The motherboard also supports Intel Rapid Storage Technology for efficient storage configurations.With ASUS 5X PROTECTION III, including DIGI+ VRM, LANGuard, overvoltage protection, SafeSlot Core, and stainless-steel back I/O, the motherboard ensures durability and protection for long-term use. It also features ASUS Q-Design for easy installation and ASUS Thermal Solution with a VRM heatsink design for effective heat dissipation.Backed by a 3-year warranty, the ASUS PRIME B660M-K D4 12th Gen Micro ATX motherboard provides a reliable and efficient foundation for your system. Its compact size, versatile features, and stable performance make it an excellent choice for various applications and computing needs.

Features:

• Intel® LGA 1700 socket: Ready for 13th & 12th gen Intel® processors
• Enhanced power solution: 8-pin ProCool connector, alloy chokes and durable capacitors for stable power delivery
• Comprehensive cooling: VRM heatsink, PCH heatsink, hybrid fan headers and Fan Xpert
• Ultrafast connectivity: PCIe® 4.0, two M.2 slots and front USB 3.2 Gen 1

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