ASUS LGA 1700 ATX Content Creator Motherboard - PROARTB660-CREATORD4

Your Powerhouse for Creativity

ProArt B660-Creator D4 is an enhanced motherboard designed for intensive content-creation workloads like 3D rendering and 4K/8K video editing. It unleashes the performance of 13th & 12th Gen Intel Core processors through robust power delivery and cooling design; and its comprehensive connectivity includes onboard 2.5 Gb and 1 Gb Ethernet; a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C front-panel connector with Quick Charge 4+; and DisplayPort via USB-C.

Comprehensive Connectivity

An array of powerful I/O ports - including 2.5 Gb and 1 Gb Ethernet ports and three M.2 slots - enables quick data transfers and extensive storage options.

USB Ports - USB-C DisplayPort (DP Alt Mode): This USB Type-C port delivers transfer speeds of up to 10 Gbps; and it supports an alternate mode that provides DisplayPort 1.4 output for up to 8K resolution at 60 Hz. This new feature gives creators premium-grade flexibility to choose between high-speed data or an additional hi-res display.

USB Ports - USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 Type-C Front-Panel Connector with Quick Charge 4+: A USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 connector boosts Type-C data transfers with speeds of up to 20 Gbps. The connector also features Quick Charge 4+ technology that can quickly charge devices up to 60 W with a PCIe power supply cable plugged into the nearby 6-pin connector.

Thunderbolt 4 Support: ProArt B660-Creator D4 features Thunderbolt 4 support via an on-board header. The ASUS ThunderboltEX 4 add-on card is certified by Intel and can enable bi-directional speeds of up to 40 Gbps on a single cable. Additionally; the card has a daisy-chain function for multiscreen connection and supports one display with up to 8K resolution. It can also provide up to 100 watts of power to fast-charge devices.

M.2 Storage - Ultrafast M.2 Transfer Speeds: With three PCIe 4.0/3.0 M.2 slots; ProArt B660-CREATOR D4 takes full advantage of CPU and chipset bandwidth; paving the way for incredibly fast and high-capacity SSD drives that easily surpasses traditional SATA-based storage.

M.2 Storage - M.2 Q-Latch: The innovative Q-Latch makes it easy to install or remove an M.2 SSD without the need for specific tools. The design employs a simple locking mechanism to secure the drive; eliminating the need for screws.

Networking: Dual Ethernet ports provide fast data transfers simultaneously for internet and for local network-attached storage (NAS); allowing for improved data organization and security.

Networking - 2.5 Gb Ethernet: The 2.5 Gb Ethernet port provides faster data transfers and smooth high-res video streaming.

Networking - Intel 1Gb Ethernet: The Intel I219-V Ethernet chip reduces CPU overhead and offers exceptionally high TCP and UDP throughput for faster; smoother data transfers.

M.2 Slot (Key E): ProArt B660-Creator D4 features an M.2 slot (key E) which can support type 2230 WiFi/Bluetooth modules.

Next-Gen Performance

With tailored CPU power delivery and support for high-performance memory; ProArt B660-Creator D4 easily handles the demands of the latest 13th & 12th Gen Intel Core processors. It features an intelligent VRM design that's rated for 50 amps; plus carefully selected components and memory layout optimizations for multithreaded tasks such as 3D animation and video editing.

Robust Power Delivery - Teamed power stages: 12+1 power stages rated for 50 amps combine high-side and low-side MOSFETs and drivers into a single package; delivering the power and efficiency that the latest 13th & 12th Gen Intel Core processors demand.

Robust Power Delivery - Digi+ Power Control: The ASUS Digi+ voltage-regulator module (VRM) is one of the finest in the industry and ensures ultra-smooth power delivery to the CPU.

Robust Power Delivery - ProCool power connector: The ASUS ProCool socket is built to exacting specifications to ensure flush contact with PSU power lines; enabling lower impedance and better heat dissipation.

Robust Power Delivery - Chokes & capacitors: Premium alloy chokes and durable capacitors are engineered to resist extreme temperatures; providing a higher level of performance than the industry standard.

PCIe 5.0 Ready: The 12th Gen Intel processors bring PCIe 5.0 support to the market. PCIe 5.0 offers twice the data transfer speed of PCIe 4.0; making it robust enough to handle new data-heavy tasks. PCIe 5.0 also brings other benefits; such as improved signal integrity; backward-compatible CEM connectors for add-in cards; and backward compatibility with previous PCIe versions.

DDR4 Memory: ProArt B660-Creator D4 supports up to 128 GB of DDR4 memory across four slots. ASUS-exclusive OptiMem II technology improves trace layout to significantly reduce signal distance and crosstalk; enhancing memory stability and compatibility while giving memory kits higher clock speed margins.

Optimized Cooling Design

Maintaining system stability under heavy loads is of paramount importance; so ProArt B660-Creator D4 features comprehensive cooling with large VRM and chipset heatsinks that strike the right balance between surface area and mass. Integrated premium components and multiple fan headers are also vital design elements that provide the best foundation for content creation systems.

Heatsinks - VRM heatsinks: Two VRM heatsinks are placed above the MOSFETs and chokes to further increase surface area for heat dissipation.

Heatsinks - M.2 heatsinks: Two M.2 heatsinks cover three M.2 slots to keep M.2 SSDs at the optimal operating temperature for consistent performance and reliability.

Heatsinks - Chipset heatsink: A dedicated chipset heatsink draws heat away to help ensure that temperatures stay within an optimal range.

Headers - Cooler by Design: ProArt B660-Creator D4 features these comprehensive cooling options:

Headers - Cooler by Design - Multiple temperature sources: Each header can be set to monitor and react to multiple user-configurable thermal sensors for workload-based cooling. All settings can be easily managed using the Fan Expert 4 in Amoury Crate or via the UEFI.

Headers - Cooler by Design - 4-pin PWM/DC fan: Every onboard header supports auto-detection of PWM or DC fans.

Headers - Cooler by Design - AIO pump: A dedicated PWM/DC header provides power to self-contained water-cooling setups.

Headers - Cooler by Design - Smart fan Protection: A dedicated integrated circuit protects each fan header from excessive heat and voltages.

Perfect for Content Creation

ProArt exclusive software utilities deliver intuitive system monitoring; audio and networking enhancements that enable a smoother workflow.

Industry-Leading Security: ASUS Control Center Express software offers advanced security management functions to protect the system and confidential data.

Industry-Leading Security - USB port management: Enable or disable USB ports or set them to Read Only to prevent data leaks.

Industry-Leading Security - Software blacklist: For added security; a software blacklist is available to help identify high-risk applications.

Industry-Leading Security - Registry editor enabled/disabled: Remotely disable the Registry Editor on client devices to prevent unauthorized changes to system configurations.

ProArt Creator Hub: A user-friendly interface helps enhance workflows via a central system that allows monitoring and control of all connected ProArt products; including motherboards and displays.

ProArt Creator Hub - Fan mode: Select the preferred fan setting to quickly configure the system's cooling performance.

ProArt Creator Hub - Task grouping: Applications that are frequently used together can be arranged into groups and launched with a single click.

CreationFirst: The CreationFirst optimization utility allows users to prioritize applications to allocate more bandwidth for essential apps and tasks.

CreationFirst mode puts content-creation applications at the front of the queue; optimizing network traffic for more efficient workflows.

Similarly; Adaptive Intelligence mode analyzes usage patterns and identifies applications that are currently in use; applying foreground acceleration to ensure smoother online experiences when multitasking.

Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation: As working from home becomes the new normal; clear online communication is more critical than ever. Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation is an audio utility that leverages a massive deep-learning database to reduce background noise from the microphone and incoming audio. Distracting keyboard clatter; mouse clicks and other ambient noises are smartly pared back so users can hear and be heard with crystal clarity.

Trusted Stability

ProArt B660-Creator D4 is engineered and rigorously tested to offer superior quality; stability and compatibility - all to ensure that it empowers creativity for years to come.

Free 3-Month Subscription to Adobe Creative Cloud

Get a complementary membership with the purchase of select ASUS products.

20+ Adobe apps: Industry-leading apps including Photoshop; Illustrator; InDesign; Spark and XD.

Adobe fonts: Access thousands of fonts easily within your Creative Cloud apps.

Behance: Find inspiration in the world's largest creative community.

Creative Cloud libraries: Share assets across the team via apps and devices; so everyone's in sync.

1 TB of cloud storage per user: Extra storage makes it easier for teams to share and manage creative assets.

Product Features:

• Comprehensive connectivity - 2.5 Gb & 1 Gb onboard Ethernet; three M.2 slots; Thunderbolt header support; USB-C DisplayPort and a USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 front panel connector with Quick Charge 4+
• Next-gen performance - 12+1 power stages rated for 50 amps; PCIe 5.0 ready
• Optimized thermal design - A massive VRM and chipset heatsink; aluminum M.2 heatsinks; six 4-pin PWM fan headers and an AIO pump header
• ProArt gives you more - Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation for clear online communication and ProArt Creator Hub with CreationFirst for one-stop system control
• Advanced security management - USB port restriction; software blacklisting and Windows Registry Protection via ASUS Control Center Express

Specifications:

• CPU:
• Intel Socket LGA1700 for Intel Core 14th & 13th Gen Processors; Intel Core 12th Gen; Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors
• Supports Intel 10 nm CPU
• Supports Intel Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0
• Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list
• Intel Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types
• Chipset: Intel B660 Chipset
• Memory
• 4 x DIMM; Max. 128GB; DDR4 5333(OC)/5066(OC)/5000(OC)/4800(OC)/4600(OC)/4400(OC)/4266(OC)/4000(OC)/3866(OC)/3733(OC)/3600(OC)/3466(OC)/3400(OC)/3333(OC)/3200/3000/2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 Non-ECC; Un-buffered Memory
• Dual Channel Memory Architecture
• Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)
• OptiMem II
• Actual Memory frequency support depends on the CPU types and DRAM modules; for more information refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists).
• Graphics:
• 1 x HDMI port
• 1 x USB Type-C port supports DisplayPort output
• 1 x DP IN that will have output through USB Type-C port
• Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to www.intel.com for any updates
• Support 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1
• Support max. 8K@60Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4. DisplayPort resolution support depends on graphic cards' resolution
• A DisplayPort to DisplayPort cable is required for the USB Type-C port at the back panel to output DisplayPort signal
• Expansion Slots:
• Intel 14th & 13th & 12th Gen Processors
• 1 x PCIe 5.0/4.0/3.0 x16 slot
• Intel B660 Chipset
• 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
• 1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot
• Supports Intel Optane Memory H Series on PCH-attached PCIE slot
• PCIe X1 shares bandwidth with M.2_2. PCIe X1 will be disable when M.2_2 runs at PCIe x4 mode by manually enabled
• Storage:
• Total supports 3 x M.2 slots and 4x SATA 6Gb/s ports
• Intel 14th & 13th & 12th Gen Processors
• M.2_1 slot (Key M); type 2242/2260/2280/22110
• Intel 13th & 12th Gen processors support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode
• Intel B660 Chipset
• M.2_2 slot (Key M); type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode)
• M.2_3 slot (Key M); type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
• 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
• Intel Rapid Storage Technology supports SATA RAID 0/1/5/10
• Intel Rapid Storage Technology supports Intel Optane Memory H Series on PCH attached M.2 slots
• M.2_2 slot shares bandwidth with PCIe X1 and WiFi Key E. M.2_2 will run at PCI 3.0 x2 mode either a device is detected at PCIe x1 or WiFi Key E slot
• Ethernet:
• 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet
• 1 x Intel 1Gb Ethernet
• ASUS LANGuard
• Wireless & Bluetooth:
• M.2 slot only (Key E; PCIe)
• Wi-Fi module is sold separately
• USB:
• Rear USB (Total 9 ports)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port (shared with DisplayPort graphic output)
• 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 x Type-A)
• 4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A)
• Front USB (Total 7 ports)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 connector (supports USB Type-C with 60W PD/QC4+)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports additional 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 ports
• 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports
• Audio:
• Realtek 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC
• Supports: Jack-detection; Multi-streaming; Front Panel Jack-retasking
• Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback
• Audio Features
• Power pre-regulator reduces power input noise to ensure consistent performance
• Premium audio capacitors
• Dedicated audio PCB layers
• Audio cover
• Unique de-pop circuit
• Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth; 32-Bit/192 kHz is not supported for 7.1 Surround Sound audio
• Back Panel I/O Ports:
• 1 x USB Type-C port supports USB 3.2 Gen2 and DisplayPort output
• 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 x Type-A)
• 4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A)
• 1 x DisplayPort (Input only)
• 1 x HDMI port
• 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port
• 1 x Intel 1Gb Ethernet port
• 5 x Audio jacks
• 1 x Optical S/PDIF out port
• Internal I/O Connectors:
• I/O Connectors Fan and Cooling related
• 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
• 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
• 1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
• 4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
• Power related
• 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
• 1 x 8-pin +12V Power connector
• 1 x 4-pin +12V Power connector
• Storage related
• 3 x M.2 slots (Key M)
• 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
• USB
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 connector (supports USB Type-C with 60W PD/QC4+)
• 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports additional 2 x USB 3.2 Gen1 ports
• 2 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 4 USB 2.0 ports
• Miscellaneous
• 3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
• 1 x Aura RGB header
• 1 x Clear CMOS header
• 1 x COM Port header
• 1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP)
• 1 x M.2 slot (Key E)
• 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1pin)
• 1 x 20-5 pin System Panel header
• 1 x Thermal Sensor header
• 1 x Thunderbolt (USB4) header
• Special Features:
• ASUS 5X Protection III:
• DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS)
• Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection
• ESD Guards
• LANGuard
• Overvoltage Protection
• Safeslot
• Stainless-Steel Back I/O
• ASUS Q-Design
• M.2 Q-Latch
• Q-Connector
• Q-DIMM
• Q-LED (CPU [red]; DRAM [yellow]; VGA [white]; Boot Device [yellow green])
• Q-Slot
• ASUS Thermal Solution
• Flexible M.2 heatsink
• VRM heatsink design
• ASUS EZ DIY
• ProCool
• Pre-mounted I/O shield
• AURA Sync
• Aura RGB header
• Addressable Gen 2 headers
• Software Features:
• ASUS Exclusive Software
• Armoury Crate
• Aura Creator
• Aura Sync
• Fan Expert 4
• Power Saving
• Two-Way AI Noise Cancellation
• AI Suite 3: Performance And Power Saving Utility
• EPU
• DIGI+ VRM
• Turbo app
• ASUS CPU-Z
• IT Management software supported
• ASUS Control Center Express(ACCE)
• ProArt Creator Hub
• CreationFirst
• Norton Anti-virus software (Free Trial version)
• WinRAR
• UEFI BIOS
• ASUS EZ DIY
• ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
• ASUS EZ Flash 3
• ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
• BIOS: 128 Mb
• Manageability: WOL by PME; PXE
• Operating System: Windows 11 64-bit; Windows 10 64-bit
• Form Factor:
• ATX Form Factor
• 12 inch x 9.6 inch ( 30.5 cm x 24.4 cm )