Box computer workstation ExpertCenter Pro ET500I W8

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Overview
ASUS ExpertCenter Pro ET500I W8 is a desktop workstation designed for professional workloads from design to virtualization. It supports Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2), DDR5 ECC memory, and a single-slot NVIDIA RTX™ PRO professional GPU option for ISV-validated applications and stable compute performance.

Key features

• Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2); Intel LGA 1851 socket and Intel W880 chipset
• DDR5 UDIMM with ECC support, up to 128 GB
• Support for one NVIDIA RTX™ PRO dual-slot professional graphics card
• Triple M.2 slots for NVMe storage and redundancy
• Two SlimSAS ports for industrial-grade NVMe arrays
• Four SATA 5Gbps ports and up to 4 × 2.5"/3.5" tool-less drive bays
• Dual onboard 2.5Gb Ethernet ports
• High-speed I/O: Thunderbolt™ 4, USB 20Gbps Type-C, USB 10Gbps Type-A, USB 5Gbps
• ASUS Control Center Express for IT monitoring and remote management
• EPEAT Bronze and ISV certifications for major professional software

Professional performance
The ET500I W8 handles multi-threaded tasks and bandwidth-intensive workflows. ECC memory reduces the risk of data corruption and improves system reliability for extended compute sessions.

Agentic AI (local AI execution)
Supports local execution of agentic AI frameworks to limit external API dependency and keep sensitive data on-premises. Benefits include:

• Continuous local AI execution
• Lower reliance on external APIs
• On-premises data control for sensitive workloads

PCIe 5.0
PCIe 5.0 offers doubled raw bandwidth versus PCIe 4.0, maintaining backward compatibility for existing add-in cards and supporting next-generation accelerators.

Dual LAN connectivity
Two onboard 2.5Gb Ethernet ports increase network throughput for faster file transfers, high-resolution streaming and reduced latency in collaborative environments.

Support multiple displays
Onboard outputs include HDMI and Thunderbolt 4 Type-C. Thunderbolt 4 enables multiple 4K displays or a single 8K display for demanding visual workflows.

Design & serviceability
Vertical-slatted front panel for improved airflow. Tool-less (hand-screw) drive bays and an accessible internal layout simplify maintenance and reduce downtime.

Enhanced security
Discrete and firmware TPM meeting TPM 2.0, Measured Boot support and BIOS password options via ASUS UEFI BIOS Utility to help protect system integrity.

Ports & Slots (visual mapping)

• 1 - Power switch
• 2 - Power LED
• 3 - HDD access LED
• 4 - USB 5Gbps
• 5 - USB 20Gbps Type-C®
• 6 - Audio ports
• 7 - Card reader or optical drive (optional)
• 8 - Power connector
• 9 - 6 × USB 10Gbps
• 10 - Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C®
• 11 - HDMI™
• 12 - COM serial port
• 13 - BIOS Flashback™
• 14 - USB 20Gbps Type-C®
• 15 - 120×120 mm system fan
• 16 - Dual 2.5 Gb Ethernet
• 17 - 8-CH audio
• 18 - Expansion slots / LPT printer port (optional)
• 19 - User-friendly tool-less design with hand screw

Internal layout (side / bottom mapping)

• 1 - Power supply unit
• 2 - System fans
• 3 - CPU and cooler
• 4 - M.2
• 5 - PCIe slots
• 6 - M.2
• 7 - PCIe slots
• 8 - M.2
• 9 - Card reader or optical drive (optional)
• 10 - 4 × DIMM (DDR5 UDIMM)
• 11 - 4 × 2.5"/3.5" storage bays with tool-less design
• 12 - System fans

Independent Software Vendor (ISV) Certifications

• Media & Entertainment: ADOBE ILLUSTRATOR, PHOTOSHOP, PREMIERE PRO, AFTER EFFECTS, 3DS MAX, MAYA
• AEC: REVIT, 3DS MAX, AUTOCAD, VRAY
• Product Design & Manufacturing: AUTOCAD, FUSION 360, INVENTOR

Characteristics / Technical specifications

• Model: ExpertCenter Pro ET500I W8
• Platform: Intel® LGA 1851 socket; Intel® W880 chipset
• CPU support: Intel® Core™ Ultra Processors (Series 2)
• Memory: DDR5 UDIMM with ECC support, up to 128 GB
• Graphics: Support for one NVIDIA RTX™ PRO dual-slot professional GPU
• Storage: Triple M.2; two SlimSAS ports; 4 × SATA 5Gbps; 4 × 2.5"/3.5" tool-less bays
• Expansion: Multiple PCIe slots (PCIe 5.0 capable)
• Networking: Dual onboard 2.5Gb Ethernet
• I/O: Thunderbolt™ 4 Type-C, USB 20Gbps Type-C, USB 10Gbps Type-A, USB 5Gbps, HDMI, COM serial port, 8-CH audio
• Cooling: System fans (including 120×120 mm fan)
• Security: Discrete and firmware TPM (TPM 2.0), Measured Boot, BIOS password options
• Management: ASUS Control Center Express
• Certifications: EPEAT Bronze; ISV certifications for professional applications