The ASUS R680EA-IM-Z is a LGA1700 ATX motherboard designed for industrial applications, where it sports support for Intel's 14th Gen processors and is engineered for durability and ruggedness.

(Press Release) ASUS IoT, a leader in AIoT solutions, today introduces R680EA-IM-Z, a high-performance industrial ATX motherboard built to empower advanced industrial applications with exceptional processing power and robust reliability. Powered by 14th Gen Intel^® Core^™ processors, R680EA-IM-Z delivers up to 21%-faster CPU performance^[i], providing the optimal foundation for AI-enabled machine vision, robotics and real-time data analysis.

Optimized for data-heavy industrial workloads, R680EA-IM-Z efficiently handles high-resolution image processing and complex algorithmic tasks. Its advanced computing capability ensures seamless integration into intelligent manufacturing and automation systems — where real-time responsiveness and unwavering reliability are essential.

Engineered for Reliability and Smarter Uptime

Engineered for durability, the R680EA-IM-Z offers MIL-STD 810H durability, offering 3.6X-greater resilience^[ii] than standard motherboards. It supports operation in wide range, from -10 to 70°C, and features shock- and vibration-resistant design elements, including reinforced DIMM locks and PCIe^® slot holders for enhanced mechanical stability. To ensure long-term operational stability under demanding industrial conditions, the motherboard also adopts a gold-immersion PCB alongside efficient thermal solutions such as VRM and M.2 heatsinks.

To reduce system downtime, ASUS IoT’s exclusive Watchdog Timer 2.0 delivers multi-level automated recovery, while out-of-band remote management ensures secure access even during OS or hardware failures. These intelligent management features minimize on-site maintenance and increase system uptime — ideal for mission-critical, 24/7 environments.

With its powerful performance, rugged design and intelligent system protections, R680EA-IM-Z is the ideal foundation for industrial OEMs and system integrators building the next generation of AI, edge computing and automation solutions. Engineered for high-reliability environments, it excels in advanced machine vision, precision medical imaging, intelligent surveillance and robotic control — where performance, uptime and durability are mission-critical.

Availability & Pricing

ASUS IoT R680EA-IM-Z will be available worldwide, starting July 2025. Please contact your local ASUS representative for further information.