A micro-ATX workstation board, ASUS Pro WS W680M-ACE SE pairs the Intel W680 chipset with LGA1700 Core processors and 4 DDR5 slots up to 192GB with ECC. It adds BMC switches and LEDs, a VGA port from the AST2600 with its own dedicated Realtek 1Gb LAN, 2 Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet ports, 2 PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, 8 SATA ports and a SlimSAS slot.
Product released: January 1, 2022
Latest firmware version
Version 4601, released September 29, 2026
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 10:56 UTC
What's new in version 4601
1.Improved security and updated Intel ME Firmware (v16.1.40.2765)
Before BIOS update, please download the Intel ME update tool from the ASUS support site and update the ME firmware to Version 16.1.40.2765. to ensure optimized system settings.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (PWW680MA.CAP) using BIOSRenamer.
LatestUpdate has tracked 15 versions of ASUS Pro WS W680M-ACE SE firmware, released between July 27, 2023 and September 29, 2026.
Version 4601 - September 29, 2026: 1.Improved security and updated Intel ME Firmware (v16.1.40.2765) Before BIOS update, please download the Intel ME update tool from the ASUS support site and u…
Version 4505 - December 15, 2025: 1.Enhance overall system security. 2.Update the ME Firmware version to 16.1.38.2676. Before BIOS update, please download the Intel ME update tool from the ASUS…
Version 4301 - May 26, 2025: 1.Update the Intel microcode to version 0x12F to further improve system conditions that may contribute to Vmin Shift instability in Intel 13th and 14th Gen sys…
Version 4101 - January 14, 2025: 1.Enhanced system performance, stability and allowed the C1E power state to be disabled. Before BIOS update, please download the Intel ME update tool from the…
Version 4001 - October 30, 2024: 1.Updated with Intel microcode 0x12B to address elevated voltage requests during idle or light activity, further mitigating Vmin Shift instability issues. 2.Th…
Version 3802 - August 9, 2024: 1.The new BIOS includes Intel microcode 0x129 to enhance the stability of Intel Core 13th and 14th Gen processors. 2.The factory default settings are set to In…
Version 3701 - July 17, 2024: Updated with microcode 0x125 to ensure eTVB operates within Intel specifications Before BIOS update, please download the Intel ME update tool from the ASUS sup…
Version 3602 - May 31, 2024: 1. Introduce the ""Performance Preferences"" with options for Intel Default Settings (Performance/Extreme) and ASUS Advanced OC Profile. 2. Redefine the factor…
Version 3501 - April 24, 2024: The update introduces the Intel Baseline Profile option, allowing users to revert to Intel factory default settings for basic functionality, lower power limits…
Version 3401 - March 22, 2024: 1.Improved DDR5 compatibility 2.Further optimized CEP settings when disabled Before BIOS update, please download the Intel ME update tool from the ASUS support…
Version 3302 - February 27, 2024: 1.Update the Intel microcode to version 0x123, allowing for disabling CEP for improved performance on Intel 14th Gen non-K series processors* 2.Disabling CEP f…
Version 3102 - December 29, 2023: 1. Improve system stability 2. Update ME to version 16.1.30.2307 3. This update includes the patch for the LogoFAIL vulnerabilities 4. Add PCIe Bifurcation opt…
Version 2802 - October 6, 2023: 1. Update Microcode for Intel® Core™ 14th gen processors 2. Update ME to version 16.1.30.2264 for Intel® Core™ 14th gen processors 3. Improve system stability…
Version 2703 - August 17, 2023: 1.Improve BIOS functions in ACCE remote management 2. Improve system stability Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (PWW680M…
A micro-ATX workstation board, ASUS Pro WS W680M-ACE SE pairs the Intel W680 chipset with LGA1700 Core processors and 4 DDR5 slots up to 192GB with ECC. It adds BMC switches and LEDs, a VGA port from the AST2600 with its own dedicated Realtek 1Gb LAN, 2 Intel 2.5Gb Ethernet ports, 2 PCIe 4.0 M.2 slots, 8 SATA ports and a SlimSAS slot. It was originally released on January 1, 2022.
What is the latest firmware version of ASUS Pro WS W680M-ACE SE?
The latest firmware version of ASUS Pro WS W680M-ACE SE is 4601. It was released on September 29, 2026.
What changed in ASUS Pro WS W680M-ACE SE firmware version 4601?
ASUS Pro WS W680M-ACE SE firmware version 4601 includes the following changes: 1.Improved security and updated Intel ME Firmware (v16.1.40.2765)
Before BIOS update, please download the Intel ME update tool from the ASUS support site and update the ME firmware to Version 16.1.40.2765. to ensure optimized system settings.
Before running the USB BIOS Flashback tool, please rename the BIOS file (PWW680MA.CAP) using BIOSRenamer.
Where can I download the latest ASUS Pro WS W680M-ACE SE firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest ASUS Pro WS W680M-ACE SE firmware (version 4601) are on ASUS's official release page: https://www.asus.com/motherboards-components/motherboards/workstation/pro-ws-w680m-ace-se/helpdesk_bios/
How often does ASUS release firmware updates for ASUS Pro WS W680M-ACE SE?
We have tracked 15 firmware versions of ASUS Pro WS W680M-ACE SE. Based on historical patterns, updates are released approximately every 196 days.
When is the next ASUS Pro WS W680M-ACE SE firmware update expected?
ASUS Pro WS W680M-ACE SE was recently updated. Based on this product's update history, the next firmware update is expected between November 4, 2026 and February 5, 2027.
Is ASUS Pro WS W680M-ACE SE still receiving firmware updates?
Yes, ASUS Pro WS W680M-ACE SE received a firmware update within the last 3 months. The most recent version is 4601.