Motherboards

W480 VISION D

Model W480 VISION D

Intel W480 ATX motherboard for Socket LGA1200 processors, with 4 DDR4 slots (up to 128 GB) and Wi-Fi 6.

Socket
LGA1200
Chipset
Intel W480
Form factor
ATX
Memory
4 x DDR4, up to 128 GB
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6

Overview

Highlights

  • Supports Intel Xeon W and 10th Gen Intel Core processors; 11th Gen Intel Core needs an updated BIOS
  • Reliability ensuring by DDR4 ECC & Non-ECC memory with 4 physical DIMM slots
  • The limitless connectivity by Thunderbolt 3
  • High-bandwidth and low-latency network support by Intel 2.5GbE + GbE Dual LAN with cFosSpeed
  • Intel Wi-Fi 6 802.11ax makes latency a thing of the past
  • Cooling design for heat dissipation

Platform

Socket
LGA1200
Chipset
Intel W480
Form factor
ATX 30.5 x 24.4 cm
Memory
DDR4
  • 4 DIMM slots
  • Up to 128 GB
  • Up to 4400 MHz (OC)
Dual channel
Processor support
  • Intel Xeon W series processors
  • 10th Generation Intel Core processors
  • Intel Pentium processors
  • Intel Celeron processors
Expansion slots
  • 1 x PCIe x16 slot, running at x16
  • 1 x PCIe x16 slot, running at x8
  • 1 x PCIe x16 slot, running at x4
  • 1 x PCIe x1 slot
Up to PCIe 4.0
Storage
3 x M.2
  • 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
LAN
  • 1 x Intel 2.5GbE LAN (2.5 Gbit/1 Gbit/100 Mbit)(LAN2)
  • 1 x Intel GbE LAN (1 Gbit/100 Mbit) (LAN1)
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5 Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201
Display outputs
1 x HDMI, 1 x DisplayPort For processors with integrated graphics
Power inputs
  • 24-pin ATX
  • 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V
  • 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V

At a glance

Platform
Intel
Socket
LGA1200
Chipset
W480
Form factor
ATX
Memory
DDR4
Wireless
Wi-Fi 6
Series
VISION
Full specifications

Specifications

Platform

CPU
LGA1200 package:Intel Xeon W series processors10th Generation Intel Core processors/Intel Pentium processors/ Intel Celeron processorsL3 cache varies with CPU
Chipset
Intel W480 Express Chipset
Memory
Intel Xeon W-1290/W-1270 series processors/Intel Core i9/i7 processors:Support for DDR4 4400(O.C.)/ 4300(O.C.)/4266(O.C.) / 4133(O.C.) / 4000(O.C.) / 3866(O.C.) / 3800(O.C.) / 3733(O.C.) / 3666(O.C.) / 3600(O.C.) / 3466(O.C.) / 3400(O.C.) / 3333(O.C.) / 3300(O.C.) / 3200(O.C.) / 3000(O.C.) / 2933 / 2800 / 2666 / 2400 / 2133 MHz memory modulesIntel Xeon W-1250 series processors/Intel Core i5/i3/Pentium/Celeron processors:Support for DDR4 2666/2400/2133 MHz4 x DDR4 DIMM sockets supporting up to 128 GB (32 GB single DIMM capacity) of system memoryDual channel memory architectureSupport for ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8 memory modules* To support ECC, you must install an Intel Xeon processor.Support for non-ECC Un-buffered DIMM 1Rx8/2Rx8/1Rx16 memory modulesSupport for Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) memory modules

Graphics and audio

Onboard graphics
Integrated Graphics Processor+Intel Thunderbolt 3 Controller:2 x Intel Thunderbolt 3 connectors (USB Type-C ports), supporting DisplayPort and Thunderbolt video outputs and a maximum resolution of 5120x2880@60 Hz with 24 bpp* Support for DisplayPort 1.4 version, HDCP 2.3, and HDR.Integrated Graphics Processor-Intel HD Graphics support:1 x HDMI port, supporting a maximum resolution of 4096x2160@30 Hz* Support for HDMI 1.4 version and HDCP 2.3.Maximum shared memory of 512 MB
Audio
Realtek ALC1220-VB codec* The back panel line out jack supports DSD audio.Support for DTS:X UltraHigh Definition Audio2/4/5.1/7.1-channelSupport for S/PDIF Out
Multi-Graphics technology
Support for AMD Quad-GPU CrossFire and 2-Way AMD CrossFire technologies

Networking

LAN
1 x Intel 2.5GbE LAN chip (2.5 Gbit/1 Gbit/100 Mbit)(LAN2)1 x Intel GbE LAN chip (1 Gbit/100 Mbit) (LAN1)
Wireless communication module
Intel Wi-Fi 6 AX201WIFI a, b, g, n, ac with wave 2 features, ax, supporting 2.4/5 GHz Dual-BandBLUETOOTH 5Support for 11ax 160MHz wireless standard and up to 2.4 Gbps data rate

Expansion and storage

Expansion slots
1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x16 (PCIEX16)* For optimum performance, if only one PCI Express graphics card is to be installed, be sure to install it in the PCIEX16 slot.1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x8 (PCIEX8)* The PCIEX8 slot shares bandwidth with the PCIEX16 slot. When the PCIEX8 slot is populated, the PCIEX16 slot operates at up to x8 mode.(The PCIEX16 and PCIEX8 slots conform to PCI Express 4.0 standard.)** Supported by 11th Generation processors only.1 x PCI Express x16 slot, running at x4 (PCIEX4)* The PCIEX4 slot shares bandwidth with the M2P_SB connector. The PCIEX4 slot operates at up to x2 mode when a PCIe SSD is installed in the M2P_SB connector.1 x PCI Express x1 slot(The PCIEX4 and PCI Express X1 slots conform to PCI Express 3.0 standard.)Supports up to ASPM L1.2 power management protocols.
Storage interface
1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2280/22110 SATA and PCIe x4/x2 SSD support) (M2A_CPU)1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2280/22110 SATA and PCIe x4/x2 SSD support) (M2M_SB)1 x M.2 connector (Socket 3, M key, type 2260/2280/22110 PCIe x4/x2 SSD support) (M2P_SB)6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectorsSupport for RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5, and RAID 10Intel Optane Memory ReadyM.2 connectors support up to ASPM L1.2 PCIe power management protocols.

Ports and connectors

USB
Chipset+Intel Thunderbolt 3 Controller:2 x USB Type-C ports on the back panel, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 supportChipset:1 x USB Type-C port with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support, available through the internal USB header2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red) on the back panel2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports available through the internal USB header2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports on the back panelChipset+USB 3.2 Gen 1 Hub:4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports on the back panelChipset+USB 2.0 Hub:4 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports available through the internal USB headers
Internal I/O connectors
1 x 24-pin ATX main power connector1 x 8-pin ATX 12V power connector1 x 4-pin ATX 12V power connector1 x CPU fan header1 x water cooling CPU fan header4 x system fan headers2 x system fan/water cooling pump headers2 x addressable LED strip headers2 x RGB LED strip headers3 x M.2 Socket 3 connectors6 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors1 x front panel header1 x front panel audio header1 x USB Type-C header, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header2 x USB 2.0/1.1 headers1 x Trusted Platform Module header (For the GC-TPM2.0 SPI/GC-TPM2.0 SPI 2.0 module only)2 x temperature sensor headers1 x Clear CMOS jumper1 x Q-Flash Plus button
Back panel connectors
1 x DisplayPort In port2 x Thunderbolt 3 connectors (USB Type-C ports, with USB 3.2 Gen 2 support)1 x HDMI port2 x SMA antenna connectors (2T2R)2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A ports (red)4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports2 x USB 2.0/1.1 ports2 x RJ-45 ports1 x optical S/PDIF Out connector5 x audio jacks
I/O controller
iTE I/O Controller Chip

Firmware and software

H/W monitoring
Voltage detectionTemperature detectionFan speed detectionWater cooling flow rate detectionOverheating warningFan fail warningFan speed control* Whether the fan (pump) speed control function is supported will depend on the fan (pump) you install.
BIOS
1 x 256 Mbit flashUse of licensed AMI UEFI BIOSPnP 1.0a, DMI 2.7, WfM 2.0, SM BIOS 2.7, ACPI 5.0
Unique features
Support for APP Center@BIOSEasyTuneFast BootGame BoostON/OFF ChargeRGB FusionSmart BackupSystem Information ViewerUSB DAC-UP 2Support for Q-Flash PlusSupport for Q-FlashSupport for Xpress Install
Bundle software
Norton Internet Security (OEM version)cFosSpeed
Operating system
Support for Windows 10 64-bit

Board

Form factor
ATX Form Factor; 30.5cm x 24.4cm

Specifications are taken from the manufacturer's published information and may change. Confirm critical values with our sales desk before ordering.

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Platform and pairing

Processor and memory

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Graphics cards

A spread of current cards, from top tier to entry level. Each card page lists its length and recommended power supply.

Power supplies

Ratings from 400 W to 3000 W. This board's power inputs: 24-pin ATX, 1 x 8-pin ATX 12V and 1 x 4-pin ATX 12V. Size the supply to the recommended PSU of the graphics card you fit.

CPU coolers for LGA1200

Coolers whose specifications list socket LGA1200.

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    GIGABYTE

    GAMING 240

    GP-GIGABYTE GME 240

    • 240 mm
    • 2 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
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  • GIGABYTE GP-GIGABYTE GME 240I

    GIGABYTE

    GAMING 240 ICE

    GP-GIGABYTE GME 240I

    • 240 mm
    • 2 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
    View details
  • GIGABYTE GP-GIGABYTE EAGLE 360

    GIGABYTE

    EAGLE 360

    GP-GIGABYTE EAGLE 360

    • 360 mm
    • 3 x 120 mm
    • Intel 1851/1700/115X/1200, AMD AM5/AM4
    View details

Cabinets for ATX boards

Cabinets whose specifications list ATX motherboard support.

Parts to plan with this motherboard

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Support

Warranty and repairs

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From GIGABYTE

Practical notes

  1. Update the BIOS only from the official support page, following the brand’s instructions.
  2. Check the CPU support list for the BIOS version before buying a processor.
  3. Install chipset, LAN and audio drivers from the official support page.

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