ASRock W790 WS Gaming Desktop Motherboard

Experience uncompromising performance and enterprise-grade reliability with the ASRock W790 WS motherboard, engineered for high-speed, demanding workstation tasks. Built around the Intel W790 chipset and the LGA-4677 socket, this Extended ATX motherboard is designed to power professional work environments—from engineering simulations and data analysis to GPU-accelerated workloads and virtualization. Its robust power delivery, meticulous thermal management, and expansive connectivity create a platform that professionals can depend on for long renders, fast data processing, and consistent performance under load. The W790 WS is crafted for workstations that require rock-solid stability, precise timing, and the expandability to grow with evolving workloads, making it a trusted foundation for multi-GPU configurations, professional storage setups, and complex I/O requirements.

• Optimized VRM Design with SPS Dr.MOS: The W790 WS employs an advanced VRM architecture featuring SPS (Smart Power Stage) technology and Dr.MOS design to deliver clean, stable power to the processor and memory. This results in improved efficiency, reduced thermal stress, and enhanced reliability under sustained workloads. Whether you’re rendering high-resolution graphics, running virtualization, or executing compute-intensive simulations, the board maintains steady voltage and minimizing throttling caused by power fluctuations.
• Extensive Expandability for Workstations: With an Extended ATX form factor, the W790 WS provides multiple PCIe slots, abundant storage interfaces, and comprehensive I/O options to accommodate professional GPUs, accelerator cards, high-capacity NVMe drives, and enterprise storage configurations. This level of expandability is ideal for workstations that require parallel processing, large datasets, and fast data access across several devices concurrently.
• Professional-Grade Reliability: Designed for mission-critical workloads, this motherboard emphasizes reliability, long-term availability, and robust thermal performance. Engineered with quality components and meticulous layout, it is built to handle continuous operation, demanding workloads, and the heat generated by powerful CPUs and GPUs. It’s an excellent choice for studios, design labs, engineering teams, and data centers that need dependable performance day after day.
• Comprehensive Server-Grade Features: Beyond performance, the W790 WS includes features that support manageability, security, and consistent operation in professional environments. Whether deployed in a small studio or a larger workstation fleet, its design focuses on stable operation, easy maintenance, and compatibility with professional workflows that rely on predictable hardware behavior.
• Future-Ready Connectivity and I/O: The motherboard emphasizes broad I/O options, including a robust set of USB, storage, network, and expansion headers to integrate with modern peripherals and enterprise storage. This enables fast data transfers, flexible system configurations, and easy integration into existing IT ecosystems, while preserving room for future upgrades as your workloads evolve.

Technical Details of ASRock W790 WS Gaming Desktop Motherboard

• Chipset: Intel W790
• Socket: LGA-4677
• Form Factor: Extended ATX
• VRM Design: Dr.MOS with SPS (Smart Power Stage) for optimized power delivery
• Intended Use: Workstation-grade desktop motherboard for high-speed computing and reliability

How to install ASRock W790 WS Gaming Desktop Motherboard

• Power down the system, unplug from the wall, and discharge any static before handling components.
• Open the chassis and remove the existing motherboard or prepare your case for a fresh installation. Install the I/O shield in the rear of the case to align with the ports on the board.
• Carefully install the CPU into the LGA-4677 socket, aligning notches and keeping the load lever in the correct position. Apply thermal interface material as required and attach the CPU cooler according to your cooler’s mounting pattern.
• Insert memory modules into the appropriate RAM slots, ensuring they are fully seated and aligned with the slot notches. Check motherboard documentation for supported memory configurations and rank.
• Place the motherboard into the chassis on standoffs, then secure it with screws. Connect the 24-pin ATX power connector and the CPU power connector from the power supply, along with any additional power or modular leads required by the board and CPU.
• Install storage drives (SATA or NVMe) and any PCIe expansion cards. Connect all case fans and front-panel headers (Power LED, Reset, USB, Audio) according to the motherboard’s manual.
• Double-check all connections, route cabling for airflow, and ensure there are no shorts. Power on to perform a POST and enter the BIOS to configure system settings, memory profiles, boot order, and any workstation-specific features you plan to use.

Frequently asked questions

• Q: What chipset and socket does this motherboard use? A: It uses the Intel W790 chipset with an LGA-4677 socket, designed for high-performance workstation builds.
• Q: What is the form factor of the ASRock W790 WS? A: Extended ATX, offering broad expandability and room for multiple GPUs, storage devices, and PCIe cards.
• Q: Is this motherboard suitable for professional workloads? A: Yes, it is engineered for workstation-grade reliability, power delivery, and expandability to support demanding computations, simulations, and content creation workloads.
• Q: Does the motherboard include any advanced power features? A: It features an optimized VRM design with SPS Smart Power Stage technology and Dr.MOS components to ensure stable power delivery under load.
• Q: Can I install multiple GPUs and a large NVMe storage array? A: The Extended ATX design and array of PCIe slots and storage interfaces provide the flexibility needed for multiple GPUs and large storage configurations, subject to case, power supply, and slot compatibility.