ASUS Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI A TR5 CEB Workstation Motherboard
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ASUS Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI A TR5 CEB Workstation Motherboard
The ASUS Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI A is a CEB workstation motherboard for AMD Ryzen Threadripper processors up to 96 cores, built for content creation, software development, machine learning and AI applications. It combines dual 10 Gb and 2.5 Gb Ethernet ports with WiFi 7, PCIe 5.0 connectivity, and server-grade remote management for professional environments demanding both speed and reliability.
Why this product
Dual-speed Ethernet for flexibility
10 Gb and 2.5 Gb LAN ports let you choose the connection speed your network and workflow require, avoiding overbuying or undersizing.
WiFi 7 with 2.9 Gbps throughput
Covers 2.4, 5, and 6 GHz bands for longer range and more stable wireless connectivity in office and lab settings.
USB4 with DisplayPort 1.4
Two USB4 ports (40 Gbps each) support 8K video at 60 Hz and high-speed data transfer over a single cable.
IPMI remote management
Hardware and software support for ASUS IPMI expansion cards and Control Center Express software enables real-time monitoring and management of workstations in 24/7 environments.
Six USB 10 Gbps Type-A ports
High-speed data transfer for multiple peripherals without bottlenecking storage or external drive access.
- SocketAMD sTR5
- ChipsetAMD TRX50
- Form factorCEB (12 × 11 inch)
- Max memory1 TB DDR5 ECC R-DIMM
- PCIe slots3 × PCIe 5.0 x16, 1 × PCIe 4.0 x16
- M.2 slots4 (2 × PCIe 5.0, 1 × PCIe 4.0, 1 × SlimSAS)
- Ethernet10 Gb + 2.5 Gb
- WiFiWiFi 7 (802.11be)
- SKUASU-4154
- EAN4711636134897
- AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9000 and 7000 WX-Series processors, and Ryzen Threadripper 9000 and 7000 Series processors on Socket sTR5.
- DDR5 ECC Registered (R-DIMM) memory modules up to 1 TB across four DIMM slots.
- PCIe 5.0 NVMe SSDs in M.2_1 and M.2_2 slots; PCIe 4.0 NVMe in M.2_3 and SlimSAS_2 (shared bandwidth).
- Multiple graphics cards via three PCIe 5.0 x16 and one PCIe 4.0 x16 slot with onboard power connectors.
- ASUS IPMI expansion cards for remote hardware management and monitoring.
- Requires a CEB-form-factor case; not compatible with standard ATX cases due to its 12 × 11 inch dimensions.
Best for
- AI and machine learning development needing maximum CPU cores and multi-GPU support.
- Content creation and rendering workflows demanding high memory bandwidth and storage throughput.
- Server rooms and labs requiring 24/7 operation with remote monitoring and management.
- Data centers and enterprise environments prioritizing redundancy and dual-speed Ethernet options.
Trade-offs
- Home or small-office builders — CEB form factor and workstation-class pricing place it well above consumer and enthusiast budgets.
- Gaming or casual workloads — overbuilt for tasks that do not need 96-core Threadripper or 1 TB memory support.
- Standard ATX or micro-ATX builds — CEB dimensions (30.5 × 28 cm) require compatible cases.
The Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI A motherboard offers elite speed, compatibility and stability tailored to content creation, software development, machine learning and AI era applications.
Twenty power stages fuel AMD Ryzen™ Threadripper™ 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 on the VRM heatsinks, WiFi 7, USB4® (40 Gbps), SlimSAS and IMPI support, the Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI A comes prepared for a wide array of scenarios and industries.
Optimized for 24/7 operation, the Pro WS TRX50-SAGE WIFI A motherboard is tested to work at up to 45°C and 80% humidity, ensuring it can handle diverse operating environments.
Networking
| Brand | ASUS |
|---|---|
| Standard | 10 Gb & 2.5 Gb Ethernet; WiFi 7 (802.11be) 2.4/5/6 GHz; Bluetooth 5.4 |
| Throughput | 10 Gbps Ethernet, 2.5 Gbps Ethernet, WiFi 7 up to 2.9 Gbps |
| WiFi transfer rate | Up to 2.9 Gbps |
Ports & connectivity
| Rear USB | 2 × USB4 (40 Gbps, USB Type-C with DisplayPort 1.4); 6 × USB 10 Gbps Type-A; 1 × USB 2.0 Type-A |
|---|---|
| Front USB headers | 1 × USB 20 Gbps Type-C (up to 30W PD); 1 × USB 5 Gbps header; 2 × USB 2.0 headers |
| Storage connectors | 4 × M.2 slots; 4 × SATA 6 Gb/s; 2 × SlimSAS ports |
| PCIe expansion | 3 × PCIe 5.0 x16 (Safeslot); 1 × PCIe 4.0 x16 (Safeslot) |
| Video output | 2 × DisplayPort IN |
| Audio | 2 × audio jacks |
Performance & memory
| CPU socket | AMD Socket sTR5 for Ryzen Threadripper PRO 9000/7000 WX-Series and Threadripper 9000/7000 Series |
|---|---|
| Memory slots | 4 × DIMM, DDR5 ECC Registered (R-DIMM) |
| Max memory | Up to 1 TB |
| Memory architecture | 4-Channel |
| M.2_1 & M.2_2 | PCIe 5.0 x4, supports 2242/2260/2280 |
| M.2_3 | PCIe 4.0 x4, supports 2280, shared bandwidth with SlimSAS_2 |
Physical & management
| Form factor | CEB (12 inch × 11 inch / 30.5 cm × 28.0 cm) |
|---|---|
| Power delivery | 20 power stages, 2 × 8-pin CPU connectors |
| Remote management | IPMI support with ASUS Control Center Express (ACCE) software |
| Operating environment | Tested up to 45°C and 80% humidity for 24/7 operation |
| Included software | Armoury Crate, Fan Xpert 4, Aura Sync, ASUS CPU-Z, ASUS DriverHub, ASUS Control Center Express, Adobe Creative Cloud (trial), Norton |
Shipping
All our products are shipped from the United Kingdom within 24 to 48 hours of purchase. See our Shipping and Returns page for full details.
Returns
- Tech Syndicate offers a full money-back guarantee on all purchases made in our store. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, we will provide a full refund, no questions asked.
- Refunds are available within 45 days of delivery.
- After the 45-day period you are no longer eligible for a refund, so we encourage you to try the product within the first few weeks to make sure it fits your needs.