Name: Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI
Brand: ASUS
SKU: 23996

AMD TR5 CEB workstation motherboard, CPU and memory overclocking ready, robust 36 power-stage design, PCIe 5.0 x 16, PCIe 5.0 M.2, 10 Gb and 2.5 Gb LAN, multi-GPU support

Ready for Advanced AI PC: Designed for the future of AI computing, with the power and connectivity needed for demanding AI applications
AMD sTR5 socket supports up to 96-core CPUs: Ready for AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ PRO 7000 WX-Series Processors and AMD Ryzen Threadripper 7000 Series Processors.
CPU and memory overclocking: Support for up to 1TB ECC R-DIMM DDR5 memory modules (1DPC)
Robust power and thermal design: 36 power stages with two 8-pin power connectors for the CPU, massive VRM cooling, chipset and M.2 heatsinks, and M.2 thermal pad.
Ultrafast connectivity: three PCIe^® 5.0 x16 slots, 10 Gb & 2.5 Gb LAN ports, three M.2 slots, front and rear USB 20Gbps Type-C^® and SlimSAS NVMe support.
Server-grade IPMI remote management: hardware and software support for ASUS IPMI expansion cards, plus ASUS Control Center Express software for real-time monitoring and management
Trusted stability: Validated for extensive compatibility with the latest technologies, an expansive QVL list, and tested for 24/7 operation

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A WORKSTATION WONDERLAND

The Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI motherboard offers elite speed, compatibility and stability tailored to content creation, software development, machine learning and more. Thirty-six power stages fuel AMD Ryzen Threadripper^™ PRO 7000 WX-series and AMD Ryzen Threadripper^™ 7000 series processors with up to 96 cores, while supporting up to 1 TB of R-DIMM DDR5 modules, delivering the performance potential that professionals need for cutting-edge applications.

With onboard PCIe^® power connectors offering additional support for multiple graphics cards, active cooling and heat pipes on the VRM heatsinks, WiFi 7, USB 20Gbps port, SlimSAS and IMPI support, the Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI comes prepared for a wide array of scenarios and industries.

A vertically standing Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI, tilted at a 45-degree angle, exposing the I/O port. Here are many wiring diagrams on the back I/O, explaining the various functions on the I/O ports

A vertically standing Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI, tilted at a 45-degree angle. Here are many wiring diagrams, explaining the various functions on the right side of the motherboard.

CPU AND MEMORY OVERCLOCKING READY

For AMD TR5 series workstations and high-end desktop (HEDT) models, AMD offers CPU and DRAM overclocking options. To fully leverage the performance of these processors, ASUS has incorporated an innovative dual PSU design on the Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI motherboard. Along with robust power delivery and advanced cooling modules, this board exhibits remarkable stability during overclocking. Hardware switches and optimized BIOS options on the motherboard provide overclocking enthusiasts with greater convenience when pushing their systems to the limit. You may further boost your memory performance by enabling EXPO settings. The comprehensive synergy of EXPO and ECC R-DIMM further combines exceptional performance with outstanding stability, setting a new standard for workstation and high-end desktop computing.

This is a photo of the VRM cooler opened up. You can see that it's designed with 36 power stages at the bottom. The performance is astonishing.

Power Stages in VRM Area

The Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI’s voltage regulator module setup is comprised of (18*2)+3+4+4 power stages, delivering the power and efficiency that the latest AMD Ryzen^™ processors demand and stability for extreme overclocking.

This is an exploded diagram of SOC and DRAM heatsinks.

Active VRM Cooling Solutions

The extruded aluminum heatsinks on the MOSFETs and chokes contain active cooling to greatly enhance thermal efficiency, while fins and hidden heat pipes also significantly improve heat dissipation.

ProCool II Connectors

ProCool II connectors ensure a snug and reliable connection to the 12V CPU input. This second generation features improved heat dissipation and a metal shroud.

This is a top-down view of the motherboard. The PCIe cable connectors are located on the right-hand edge of the motherboard.

Onboard PCIe Power Connectors

An 8-pin and 6-pin PCIe cable connector built into the motherboard can ensure power output stability when multiple graphic cards need to be installed.

INNOVATIVE COOLING AND ROBUST PERFORMANCE

ECC R-DIMM Memory Support

The Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI motherboard boasts a robust design featuring four R-DIMM DDR5 memory module slots with ECC support, a feature that improves the prevention of system crashes and data corruption, thereby ensuring that a workstation remains reliable and responsive for professional demands.

Multi-GPU Support

The Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI motherboard features several PCIe^® 5.0/4.0 x16 slots that provide flexible system configurability and expandability. With high-powered graphics cards, it can bring enhanced performance in modelling, simulation and rendering applications.

WiFi 7

Next-gen WiFi 7¹ include the 6 GHz band and 4096 QAM, delivering up to 2.8X ultra-fast WiFi speeds. The revolutionary Multi-Link Operation (MLO)² provides a more stable WiFi connection and lower latency, unlocking the realms of the unknown in gaming, streaming, and industrial IoT.

Dual transceivers support the 2.4, 5 and 6 GHz bands to enable faster throughput to improve signal quality and cover greater distances. With Q-Antenna, attaching a WiFi antenna to your PC is now easy and fast. Instead of slowly rotating two fasteners until they finally lock in, they just snap into place. Less hassle, and more consistent performance.

ULTRAFAST CONNECTIVITY

Using a golden light, mark the location of the 10G Ethernet port on the back I/O.

Marvell^® AQtion 10 Gbp Ethernet

With up to 10 times the bandwidth of standard gigabit Ethernet, streaming uncompressed 4K UHD videos, performing system backups and transferring large files is now faster than ever before.

Using a golden light, mark the location of the 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port on the back I/O.

Intel^® 2.5 Gb Ethernet

Provides up to 2.5 faster transfers versus standard 1 Gb Ethernet connections for faster downloads and smoother high-res video streaming.

ULTRAFAST CONNECTIVITY

Ultrafast Networking

Mark the 10G Ethernet port and the 2.5 Gbps Ethernet port on the back I/O using a golden light.

Using golden light, mark the location of the USB 20Gbps port. It is located on the right side of the motherboard.

USB 20Gbps with Quick Charge 4+

Front panel connector offers a transfer rate of up to 20 Gbps Supports Quick Charge 4+ up to 27 watts, to charge devices faster than previous types of USB ports

Using golden light, mark the positions of the 7 USB ports on the back I/O.

Using golden light, mark the location of the USB4 header. It is typically found along the bottom edge of the motherboard.

Embrace Next-Generation USB4^®

Faster than ever and future-proof; once connected to this motherboard’s onboard USB4 header, the USB4 expansion card will enable bi-directional speeds of up to 40 Gbps and provide ample power to fast-charge devices.

ULTRAFAST CONNECTIVITY

Plenty of High Speed USB Ports

Using golden light, mark the positions of the three M.2 slots.

M.2 PCIe 5.0/4.0 slots

The Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI motherboard also offers three M.2 slots—two PCIe 5.0 and one PCIe 4.0—to enhance storage flexibility and performance. This configuration is ideal for creators who work with massive video files, as it supports RAID configurations across multiple NVMe devices to achieve massive I/O bandwidth and to ensure seamless playback in editing bays.

SlimSAS slot

The Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI motherboard also features a SlimSAS port for connecting industrial SSD drives, servers and networking equipment.

ULTRAFAST CONNECTIVITY

High Capacity Storage

A top-down view of an IPMI expansion card.

Server-grade Remote Management

ASUS IPMI Expansion Card

The Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI is compatible with ASUS IPMI Expansion card featuring a dedicated Ethernet-to-BMC chip that provides the intelligence for its IPMI architecture. Administrators can remotely communicate with the BMC to take some corrective actions — such as firmware update or power cycling a system.

ASUS Control Center Express

The Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI comes with ASUS Control Center Express - a real-time IT monitoring and management software designed for business that improves productivity and enhances security, helping prevent unauthorized access and data leaks.

REMOTE CONTROL SOLUTIONS

This is a close-up of the chipset heatsink, and it is labeled as 'Pro SERIES' on top.

Chipset Cooling

A dedicated chipset heatsink draws heat away to maintain optimum operating temperatures.

Using golden light, mark the location of the 10Gb LAN heatsink, which is on the same side as the back I/O.

10 Gb LAN Cooling

An ideally located and extended heatsink on the 10 Gb Ethernet controller ensures the stable performance of high-speed networking anytime, anywhere.

Underneath the two M.2 slots on the right side, which support PCIe 5.0, white thermal pads have been placed to aid in heat dissipation

M.2 Cooling

All three M.2 slots come with large heatsinks to keep NVMe storage at the optimal operating temperature for consistent performance and reliability. M.2 thermal pads on select slots go even further to ensure peak performance from next-gen drives.

THOROUGH THERMAL DESIGN

Highlight the 5 PCIe slots and the center position of a DIMM with golden light.

EZ DIY Design

SafeSlot & SafeDIMM

PCIe 5.0 is 2x faster than PCIe 4.0, so ASUS adapted its SMT manufacturing process to ensure the highest data speeds for its SafeSlot design. SafeSlot is a reinforced metal sheath added to a PCIe slot to keep an expansion card firmly installed. Meanwhile, strong ASUS SafeDIMM sheathes support and protect memory modules on ASUS Pro series workstation motherboards, empowering users to insert modules with speed, accuracy and confidence.

Q-Latch

The innovative Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without the need for specific tools. This design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the drive and neatly eliminate traditional screws.

Innovative DIY Design and Robust Reliability: Emphasizing '24/7 Reliability,' the Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI motherboard is engineered for continuous operation. Tested at up to 45°C and 80% humidity, it's optimized for diverse environments, boasting a 168-hour aging time, 45°C operating temperature, and 80% relative humidity.

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24/7 Reliability

Built for around-the-clock operation

Optimized for 24/7 operation, the Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI motherboard is tested to work at up to 45^°C and 80% humidity, ensuring it can handle diverse operating environments.

INNOVATIVE DIY DESIGN AND ROBUST RELIABILITY

WiFi 7 features require onboard WiFi chipset, WiFi AP, and WiFi 7-supported operating systems to support the corresponding features.
MLO (Multi-link Operation) full functions support will be ready in Windows 11 2024 Platform (Windows 11 24H2) or later.
This USB4 expansion card can only be used in the PCIe X 16(G4)_1 slot