ASUS has announced the arrival of 2 all-new desktops the ASUS ExpertCenter D5 (D500SD) for enterprise market and ASUS S5 (S500SD) for consumer market designed to satisfy superior computing needs of the users. The devices are powered by the latest 12th Generation, up to Intel Core i5 processors, support of up to 64GB RAM, along with Hybrid Storage support, and equipped with Sleek Tool-free design and Enterprise-grade security.
Commenting on this occasion, Dinesh Sharma, Business Head, Commercial PC and Smartphone, System Business Group, ASUS India, “I’m extremely delighted to announce the launch of 2 new Asus desktop models – ASUS ExpertCenter D5 (D500SD) and ASUS S5 (S500SD) are powered by the most desired, world No.1 Asus Motherboard, delivering class leading quality and durability. We are focused on delivering an all-around PC solution for our enterprise as well as retail consumers. Despite their Sleek and Compact Form Factor both the models pack in large number of ports and include a standard size hard disk slot for easy upgrade and maintenance.”
ASUS ExpertCenter D5 (D500SD)
ExpertCenter D5 is powered by a cutting-edge 12th Generation Intel Core processor with the latest DDR4 RAM. It can support up to an NVIDIA discrete GPU as an option for those requiring advanced graphics performance for demanding visual tasks. ASUS ExpertCenter D5 desktop is powered by up to a 12th-generation Intel Core i5 processor with an Intel B660 chipset and supports up to 64 GB of DDR4 3200 MHz memory. It features hybrid storage capability that offers support for both an SSD and an HDD.
ASUS ExpertCenter D5 offers rich connectivity with PS/2, USB Type‑C (USB‑C), USB 3.0, USB 2.0 ports, and even Serial/Parallel connections internally. In addition, HDMI and VGA ports allow connections to up to two displays without the need for a dedicated graphics card. It provides many security features, among them is TPM2.0, which allows for end-to-end data encryption providing the utmost security.
The desktop comes equipped with latest Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 module to support emerging connectivity demand of users.
ASUS S5 (S500SD)
ASUS S500SD powered by latest-generation Intel Core processor and high-speed memory provide fast and responsive performance, while its support for discrete graphics cards enhances avisuals for incredibly realistic photos and videos. The dual-storage design gives you the best of both worlds — the superfast data-access speeds of an SSD combined with the massive capacity of an HDD (Standard 3.5 inch). The SSD speeds up your operating system and apps so you can boot up and access files in seconds. And with its high-capacity hard drive, ASUS S500SD has more than enough space for all your photo albums, music, and movie libraries.
The desktop comes equipped with latest Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2 module to support emerging connectivity demand of users.
Availability & Pricing
ASUS ExpertCenter desktops PCs D500SD & S500SD will be available from 23rd December 2022. S500SD will be available across India at ASUS Exclusive Stores (AES) with a starting price of INR. 34,790 (inclusive of GST).
Spec Sheet
| Model Name | D500SD |
| Size | 9L |
| Colour | Black |
| Form Factor | Small form factor |
| TPM | Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 |
| Processor | Up to Intel® Core™ i5-12400 Processor 2.5 GHz (18M Cache, up to 4.4 GHz, 6 cores) |
| Chipset | Intel® B660 Chipset |
| Memory Max. | 64GB (2 x DIMM slot) |
| Storage | Supports Hybrid Storage (SSD PCIe x4 + HDD) |
| Optical Drive | Without optical drive |
| LAN | Intel WGI219V 10/100/1000 GbE, non-vPro |
| Audio | High Definition 7.1 Channel Audio |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6(802.11ax) (Dual band) 2*2 + Bluetooth 5.2# |
| Power Supply | Up to 300W power supply (80+ Platinum, peak 390W) |
| Rear I/O Port | 1x Headphone out 1x Line-in 1x MIC in 1x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet 1x HDMI 1.4 1x VGA Port 2x PS2 4x USB 2.0 Type-A |
| Front I/O Port | 1x Headphone 1x 3.5mm combo audio jack 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A |
| Serial ATA | 4x SATA 6.0Gb/s ports |
| Expansion Slot (includes used) | 1x PCIe® 4.0 x 16 2x PCIe® 3.0 x 1 1x M.2 connector for Wi-Fi 2x M.2 connector for storage 2x DDR4 U-DIMM slot |
| Keyboard & Mouse | Wired keyboard + Wired optical mouse |
| Accessory/Others (Optional) | 1x Serial port + 3.5 inch HDD assembly kit (on select SKUs)+ Slim ODD assembly kit |
| Dimension (WxDxH) | 09.46 x 29.27 x 33.96 cm |
| Weight | 05.00 kg |
| My ASUS features | Fan profile Link to MyASUS |
| Built-in Apps | MyASUS |
| Security | HDD User Password Protection and Security Kensington Security Slot™ Padlock loop Trusted Platform Module (Firmware TPM) |
| Warranty | 3Y ON-SITE |
#Bluetooth version may change as per OS version being used
| Model Name | S500SD | ||
| Size | 9L | ||
| Colour | Black | ||
| Form Factor | Small form factor | ||
| TPM | Trusted Platform Module (TPM) 2.0 | ||
| Processor | Up to Intel® Core™ i5-12400 Processor 2.5 GHz (18M Cache, up to 4.4 GHz, 6 cores) | ||
| Office Application | Microsoft Office – Home and Student 2021 included | ||
| Operating System | Windows 11 Home – ASUS recommends Windows 11 Pro for business | ||
| Chipset | Intel® B660 Chipset | ||
| Memory Max. | Up to 64GB (2xDIMM slot) | ||
| Storage | Supports Hybrid Storage (SSD PCIe x4 + HDD) | ||
| Optical Drive | Without optical drive | ||
| LAN | Intel WGI219V 10/100/1000 GbE, non-vPro | ||
| Audio | High Definition 7.1 Channel Audio | ||
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) (Dual band) 2*2 + Bluetooth 5.2# | ||
| Power Supply | 180W power supply (80+ Bronze, peak 228W) | ||
| Rear I/O Port | 1x Headphone out | ||
| 1x Line-in | |||
| 1x MIC in | |||
| 1x RJ45 Gigabit Ethernet | |||
| 1x HDMI 1.4 | |||
| 1x VGA Port | |||
| 2x PS2 | |||
| 4x USB 2.0 Type-A | |||
| Front I/O Port | 1x Headphone | ||
| 1x 3.5mm combo audio jack | |||
| 2x USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A | |||
| 2x USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A | |||
| Serial ATA | 4 x SATA 6.0Gb/s ports | ||
| Expansion Slot (includes used) | 1x PCIe® 4.0 x 16 | ||
| 2x PCIe® 3.0 x 1 | |||
| 1x M.2 connector for Wi-Fi | |||
| 2x M.2 connector for storage | |||
| 2x DDR4 U-DIMM slot | |||
| Keyboard & Mouse | Wired keyboard + Wired optical mouse | ||
| Accessory/ Others (Optional) | 1x Serial Port/ 3.5 inch HDD assembly kit/ M.2 SSD assembly kit (on select SKUs) | ||
| Dimension (WxDxH) | 09.46 x 29.27 x 33.96 cm | ||
| Weight | 05.00 kg | ||
| My ASUS features | Fan profile | ||
| Link to MyASUS | |||
| Built-in Apps | MyASUS | ||
| Security | HDD User Password Protection and Security | ||
| Kensington Security Slot™ | |||
| Padlock loop | |||
| Trusted Platform Module (Firmware TPM) | |||
| Warranty | 3Y ON-SITE |
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