ASROCK B860M Rock WiFi
ASROCK B860M Rock WiFi
The ASRock B860M Rock WiFi motherboard is the cornerstone for PC builds equipped with Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors. The board uses the mATX format and features the modern LGA1851 socket along with the Intel B860 chipset. Its architecture supports dedicated AI acceleration via the processor's integrated NPU and Intel Hybrid technology. The manufacturer has integrated a 4-layer PCB with ASRock Intel 4-Layer Memory POOL technology to enhance stability under high system loads. With a balanced set of practical features, the board is ideal for work, study, and gaming.
Intel B860
Chipset
Intel 1851
Socket
mATX (Micro ATX)
Format
DDR5
Memory type
2
Number of RAM slotsKey features of the ASRock B860M Rock WiFi motherboard
- Support for Intel Core Ultra Series 2 processors with LGA1851 socket
- Two DDR5 memory slots with frequencies up to 8333MHz (OC)
- High-speed PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with steel shielding for graphics cards
- Storage with a Blazing M.2 PCIe Gen5×4 slot and a Hyper M.2 PCIe Gen4×4 slot
- 2.5Gb/s network connectivity and Wi-Fi 6E wireless technology
- Digital power system with a 5+1+1+1+1 phase configuration
- Pre-installed I/O shield for convenient case installation
DDR5 memory support
The motherboard includes two slots for DDR5 memory with Dual-Channel support. The system is fully compatible with non-ECC unbuffered memory modules and also supports Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM) technology. Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) 3.0x profiles are available for easy overclocking. The total installed system memory capacity is up to 128GB.
High-speed PCIe 5.0 interface
For installing a graphics card, the board offers one reinforced PCIe 5.0 x16 slot with a Reinforced Steel Slot design. This construction provides additional anchor points, a stronger latch, and helps maintain signal stability even with heavy graphics cards. You can connect fast SSD storage to the Blazing M.2 slot, a fifth-generation interface with a throughput of up to 128Gb/s. For other expansion cards, there is one PCIe 4.0 x1 slot. The board supports 2280 format drives for instant data access.
Advanced data storage options
In addition to the fifth-generation slot, the motherboard also features a second Hyper M.2 PCIe Gen4×4 slot with a transfer speed of up to 64Gb/s for 2280 format drives. Both M.2 slots support booting the system from NVMe SSDs and Intel Volume Management Device technology. The system supports RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10 arrays for secure data storage. A quick-release system simplifies tool-free drive installation. You can connect traditional hard drives to four SATA III connectors with a speed of 6Gb/s.
Stable power and cooling
The digital power system, with its 5+1+1+1+1 phase configuration, uses Pulse-Width Modulation (PWM) for stable processor power delivery. A massive aluminium heatsink efficiently dissipates heat from the power delivery system, even during demanding computational tasks. For case cooling, there is one 4-pin connector for the CPU fan, one 4-pin connector for an AIO water pump, and two 4-pin connectors for system fans with automatic PWM or DC mode detection. The Fan-Tastic Tuning feature helps you fine-tune the fan curve in the graphical interface.
Modern connectivity, rear panel, and USB connectors
High-speed network connectivity is provided by a wired RJ-45 port with a Dragon RTL8125BG chip, offering speeds of 2.5Gb/s with intelligent bandwidth management. Wireless connectivity is handled by a Wi-Fi 6E module supporting the 2.4GHz, 5GHz, and 6GHz bands in a 2×2 antenna configuration. The audio output uses an 8-channel Realtek ALC897 audio chip with support for 7.1 CH HD Audio surround sound. For connecting wireless peripherals, there is an integrated Bluetooth 5.3 interface, which helps reduce cable clutter on your desk. The rear panel features one ultra-fast USB-C 3.2 Gen 2×2 port with a speed of 20Gb/s, three USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, and two USB 2.0 ports. Video output is provided by an HDMI 2.1 interface supporting 4K resolution at 120Hz and a DisplayPort 1.4 supporting up to 8K resolution at 60Hz. The pre-installed I/O shield, which protects components from electromagnetic interference, makes installation into a PC case easy. After the first boot, the Auto Driver Installer software tool simplifies configuration by installing drivers with a single click.
Port options
Storage
- Number of SATA III: 4
- Number of M.2: 2
- M.2 Slot - Hyper M.2 PCIe Gen4x4
- M.2 Slot - Blazing M.2 PCIe Gen5x4
- Features: RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, RAID 10
USB ports
- Internal USB 2.0: 4×
- Internal USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-C: 1×
- Internal USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A: 2×
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A: 3×
- Rear USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C: 1×
- Rear USB 2.0: 2×
Graphics
- HDMI 2.1
- DisplayPort 1.4
- Graphics outputs: HDMI
Sound
- Number of channels: 7.1
- Rear connectors: Line in / Front speaker / Microphone
- Sound card: Realtek ALC897
Other
- Rear: Flash BIOS button, RJ-45 (LAN) 2.5 Gbps, 2× Wi-Fi antenna
- Power: 24pin ATX, 8pin 12V
- Cooling: Number of CPU Fan (4pin) - 1, Chassis Fan (4pin) - 2, AIO pump (4pin) - 1
- Internal: 1× RGB LED Header, 3× Addressable LED Headers
- Wireless connectivity: Wi-Fi 6E (802.11axe, 2.4 / 5 / 6GHz), Bluetooth 5.3
Choosing a motherboard
When choosing a motherboard (also known as a mainboard), it's important to pay particular attention to the motherboard's socket type, format, and chipset. These parameters are among the most important and ensure the board's compatibility with the processor, expansion cards, and other components. The specific socket determines the choice of a suitable processor, while the remaining connectors dictate the selection of other components for your future computer.Specifications
Socket and chipset
Format & functions
Memory
Advanced parameters
Connectors
Compatibility
| Code: | ASb860r2 |
| Warranty: | 36 months |
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