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ASRock B860 Challenger WiFi vs ASRock B860 Pro-A WiFi
Product A: ASRock
61 of 78 known
GIGABYTE B860 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 ICE
ASUS TUF GAMING B860-PLUS WIFI
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GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS MASTER
ASUS ProArt Z890-CREATOR WIFI
ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-F GAMING WIFI
ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI
MSI MAG Z890 TOMAHAWK WIFI
MSI MPG Z890 CARBON WIFI
ASUS ROG MAXIMUS Z890 HERO
ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-E GAMING WIFI
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59 of 78 known
GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 PLUS
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ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-H GAMING WIFI
ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-A GAMING WIFI
GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS MASTER
ASUS ProArt Z890-CREATOR WIFI
ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-F GAMING WIFI
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MSI MAG Z890 TOMAHAWK WIFI
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GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS ELITE WIFI7 PLUS
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GIGABYTE Z890 AORUS MASTER
ASUS ProArt Z890-CREATOR WIFI
ASUS ROG STRIX Z890-F GAMING WIFI
ASUS TUF GAMING Z890-PLUS WIFI
MSI MAG Z890 TOMAHAWK WIFI13 of 70 fields differ
- 9 different values
- 4 known for one only
- 44 the same
- 13 missing for both
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side.
- AB860 Challenger WiFi: 244 × 305 mm
- BB860 Pro-A WiFi: 244 × 305 mm
All 78 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
B860 Challenger WiFi, 90-MXBUC0-A0UAYZ1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B860%20Challenger%20WiFi.pdfRead 15 October 2026Manual title and specification chapter: B860 Challenger WiFi. The part number 90-MXBUC0-A0UAYZ is from Geizhals and PCPartPicker. The White edition has its own part number and is a separate model.3Retailer page25n.de/ASRock-B860-Challenger-WiFi-1851-ATX-HDMI-USB-C-DDR/25N36624Read 15 October 2026Manufacturer part number 90-MXBUC0-A0UAYZ.4Spec databasegeizhals.de/asrock-b860-challenger-wifi-90-mxbuc0-a0uayz-a3751620.htmlRead 15 October 2026Manufacturer part number 90-MXBUC0-A0UAYZ.6Spec databasepcpartpicker.com/product/BKDnTW/asrock-b860-challenger-wifi-atx-lga1851-motherboard-b860-challenger-wifiRead 15 October 2026Part numbers: B860 Challenger WiFi and 90-MXBUC0-A0UAYZ.
B860 Pro-A WiFi, 90-MXBRL0-A0UAYZ1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B860%20Pro-A%20WiFi.pdfRead 15 October 2026Manual cover: B860 Pro-A WiFi. The part number 90-MXBRL0-A0UAYZ comes from the Paradigit and hinta.fi listings.4Spec databasehinta.fi/5130022/asrock-b860-pro-a-wifi/tuotetiedotRead 15 October 2026Manufacturer codes 90-MXBRL-A0UAYZ and 90-MXBRL0-A0UAYZ. The code with the 0 matches Paradigit and Geizhals.7Retailer pageparadigit.ie/asrock-b860-pro-a-wifi/21862542/productRead 15 October 2026Product number manufacturer 90-MXBRL0-A0UAYZ.
GTIN / EAN
47115814902534Spec databasehinta.fi/5130022/asrock-b860-pro-a-wifi/tuotetiedotRead 15 October 2026The product data lists GTIN/EAN 4711581490253 for the B860 Pro-A WiFi. Komputronik gives the same EAN.5Retailer pagekomputronik.pl/product/954947/plyta-glowna-asrock-b860-pro-a-wifi.htmlRead 15 October 2026The listing gives EAN 4711581490253 and the producer code B860 Pro-A WiFi.
Announced
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Status
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
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Platform
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CPU socket
Chipset
Supported processors
Intel Core Ultra (Series 2)1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B860%20Pro-A%20WiFi.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.2 CPU row: Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) (LGA1851). Paradigit's Icecat copy also says Series 1, which the maker does not. LGA1851 is a Series 2 socket. Read on 2026-10-15.2Retailer pagedirectcomputers.co.uk/collections/intel-motherboards/products/asrock-b860-pro-a-wifi-intel-1851-socket-motherboard-atx-4x-ddr5-slots-3x-m-2-sockets-2x-usb-c-port-2-5gbe-lan-wi-fi-6e-1x-displayport-1x-hdmi-portRead 15 October 2026The copy of the maker's spec reads Supports Intel Core Ultra Processors (Series 2) (LGA1851).
CPU overclocking
No8Reviewmedcom.id/teknologi/review/GNl1M9Bb-asrock-b860-pro-a-wifi-ekonomis-untuk-intel-arrow-lakeRead 15 October 2026The review lists no CPU overclocking as a minus point.9Press articlepugetsystems.com/labs/articles/z890-vs-b860-vs-h810Read 15 October 2026The chipset table lists Overclocking for B860 as RAM only, and the text says the B860 chipset only supports memory overclocking. This is the chipset maker's feature as Puget reports it. It is not a board spec.
Board
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Form factor
Board dimensions
PCB layers
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Back-connect design
No1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B860%20Challenger%20WiFi.pdfRead 15 October 2026The section 1.3 layout and 2.12 connector pages show the usual front-side connectors. PCPartPicker also says no back-connect connectors.6Spec databasepcpartpicker.com/product/BKDnTW/asrock-b860-challenger-wifi-atx-lga1851-motherboard-b860-challenger-wifiRead 15 October 2026Back-Connect Connectors: No.
Power delivery
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Power stage layout
10+1+1+1+12Retailer pagedirectcomputers.co.uk/collections/intel-motherboards/products/asrock-b860-pro-a-wifi-intel-1851-socket-motherboard-atx-4x-ddr5-slots-3x-m-2-sockets-2x-usb-c-port-2-5gbe-lan-wi-fi-6e-1x-displayport-1x-hdmi-portRead 15 October 2026The page copies the maker's Key Features: 10+1+1+1+1 Power Phase, Dr.MOS for VCore+GT+SA. The maker's overview heading says 10 + 1 + 1 Power Phase Design + Dr.MOS. The first number is the same.8Reviewmedcom.id/teknologi/review/GNl1M9Bb-asrock-b860-pro-a-wifi-ekonomis-untuk-intel-arrow-lakeRead 15 October 2026The review says 10+1+1+1+1 with Dr.MOS for VCore, GT and SA.
CPU core (Vcore) power stages
104Spec databasegeizhals.de/asrock-b860-challenger-wifi-90-mxbuc0-a0uayz-a3751620.htmlRead 15 October 2026VRM row: 10+1+1+1+1 with 11 virtual CPU phases (2x5+1) and 10x MOSFETs for VCORE. Geizhals names no controller.5Reviewpcinq.com/asrock-b860-challenger-wifi-reviewRead 15 October 2026The review counts ten SiC623 integrated power stages for the CPU core, in a 14-phase 10+1+1+1+1 layout. It names no PWM controller.
Vcore power stage rating
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VRM controller
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CPU power connectors
8+8 pin1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B860%20Pro-A%20WiFi.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.2 Connector row: 2 x 8 pin 12V Power Connectors (Hi-Density Power Connector).8Reviewmedcom.id/teknologi/review/GNl1M9Bb-asrock-b860-pro-a-wifi-ekonomis-untuk-intel-arrow-lakeRead 15 October 2026The review says dual 8-pin EPS 12V Hi-Density connectors.
Extra slot power connector
Memory
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Memory type
Memory slots
Max memory
Max memory speed (overclocked)
8,666MT/s1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B860%20Pro-A%20WiFi.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.2 Memory row: non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 8666+(OC). Intel Core Ultra (Series 2) is the only CPU family of the board. The maker's page copy on Direct Computers gives 8666+ MHz (OC) for one single-rank module per channel (1DPC 1R) and 6800+ for 1DPC 2R. So 8666 is stored.2Retailer pagedirectcomputers.co.uk/collections/intel-motherboards/products/asrock-b860-pro-a-wifi-intel-1851-socket-motherboard-atx-4x-ddr5-slots-3x-m-2-sockets-2x-usb-c-port-2-5gbe-lan-wi-fi-6e-1x-displayport-1x-hdmi-portRead 15 October 2026The copy of the maker's memory table reads 1DPC 1R up to 8666+ MHz (OC), 5600 MHz natively. The listing's overview says up to 8666+ (OC).
ECC memory
CUDIMM support
Yes1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B860%20Pro-A%20WiFi.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.2 Memory row: Supports Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM). The text does not mention a clock driver bypass mode.2Retailer pagedirectcomputers.co.uk/collections/intel-motherboards/products/asrock-b860-pro-a-wifi-intel-1851-socket-motherboard-atx-4x-ddr5-slots-3x-m-2-sockets-2x-usb-c-port-2-5gbe-lan-wi-fi-6e-1x-displayport-1x-hdmi-portRead 15 October 2026The copy of the maker's spec reads Supports Clocked Unbuffered DIMM (CUDIMM).
Expansion slots
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Expansion slots
AASRock B860 Challenger WiFi
| Physical slot | Electrical lanes | PCIe generation | Connected to | Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x16 | 16 | 5 | CPU | 1 |
| PCIe x16 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | 1 |
BASRock B860 Pro-A WiFi
| Physical slot | Electrical lanes | PCIe generation | Connected to | Count |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PCIe x16 | 16 | 5 | CPU | 1 |
| PCIe x16 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | 1 |
Full-length PCIe slots
2
2
Fastest PCIe x16 slot generation
5
5
Storage
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M.2 storage slots
AASRock B860 Challenger WiFi
| Slot | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Connected to | Longest drive | Takes SATA drives | Heatsink |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M2_1 | 5 | 4 | CPU | M.2 2280 | No | Yes |
| M2_2 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 2280 | No | Yes |
| M2_3 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 2280 | No | No |
BASRock B860 Pro-A WiFi
| Slot | PCIe generation | PCIe lanes | Connected to | Longest drive | Takes SATA drives | Heatsink |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M2_1 | 5 | 4 | CPU | M.2 2280 | No | Yes |
| M2_2 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 2280 | No | No |
| M2_3 | 4 | 4 | Chipset | M.2 2280 | No | No |
Source1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B860%20Pro-A%20WiFi.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.2 Storage row: M2_1 (Blazing M.2, CPU) takes 2280 at PCIe Gen5x4. M2_2 (Hyper M.2, chipset) takes 2230/2242/2260/2280 at PCIe Gen4x4. M2_3 (Hyper M.2, chipset) takes 2280 at PCIe Gen4x4. The full list names no SATA mode for the slots. The section 2.17 install guide shows a heatsink to remove on M2_1. Sections 2.18 and 2.19 show none. The manual states no lane sharing.8Reviewmedcom.id/teknologi/review/GNl1M9Bb-asrock-b860-pro-a-wifi-ekonomis-untuk-intel-arrow-lakeRead 15 October 2026Review of 2026-06-11: the bundled M.2 heatsink is only on the main slot. The other two M.2 slots have none.10Spec databasemaxmybuild.com/motherboards/asrock-b860-pro-a-wifiRead 15 October 2026Lists a heatsink on slot 1 only, with 1 PCIe 5.0 x4 and 2 PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 slots.
M.2 slots
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PCIe 5.0 M.2 slots
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Rear ports
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Rear ports
AASRock B860 Challenger WiFi
| Type | Version | Count | Max link rate (Gbps) | DP Alt Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 | Not available | Not available |
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 1 | 5 | No |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 6 | 5 | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 2.0 | 2 | 0.48 | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | 2.5 | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 3 | Not available | Not available |
BASRock B860 Pro-A WiFi
| Type | Version | Count | Max link rate (Gbps) | DP Alt Mode |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DisplayPort | DisplayPort 1.4 | 1 | Not available | Not available |
| HDMI | HDMI 2.1 | 1 | Not available | Not available |
| USB-C | USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 | 1 | 20 | No |
| USB-A | USB 3.2 Gen 1 | 6 | 5 | Not available |
| USB-A | USB 2.0 | 2 | 0.48 | Not available |
| Ethernet (RJ45) | Not available | 1 | 2.5 | Not available |
| 3.5 mm audio | Not available | 3 | Not available | Not available |
Rear USB ports
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9
Rear USB-C ports
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Fastest rear USB port
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Thunderbolt
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Internal connectors
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Internal USB headers
AASRock B860 Challenger WiFi
| Header | Max data rate (Gbps) | Headers | Front ports served |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C header | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| USB 3 header (19-pin) | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| USB 2.0 header (9-pin) | 0.48 | 2 | 4 |
BASRock B860 Pro-A WiFi
| Header | Max data rate (Gbps) | Headers | Front ports served |
|---|---|---|---|
| USB-C header | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| USB 3 header (19-pin) | 5 | 1 | 2 |
| USB 2.0 header (9-pin) | 0.48 | 2 | 4 |
Front USB-C header speed
5Gbps
5Gbps
Fan headers
71Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B860%20Pro-A%20WiFi.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.2 Connector row: 2 CPU fan connectors, 4 chassis fan connectors and 1 AIO pump fan connector.3Spec databasegeizhals.at/asrock-b860-pro-a-wifi-90-mxbrl-a0uayz-a3389994.htmlRead 15 October 2026Cooling row: 2x CPU fan, 1x AIO pump and 4x fan, all 4-pin PWM.10Spec databasemaxmybuild.com/motherboards/asrock-b860-pro-a-wifiRead 15 October 2026Lists 7 fan headers.
ARGB headers
RGB headers
Networking
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Ethernet controllers
Realtek RTL81251Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B860%20Pro-A%20WiFi.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.2 LAN row: Dragon RTL8125BG, 2.5 Gigabit LAN. The suffix letters are left out.3Spec databasegeizhals.at/asrock-b860-pro-a-wifi-90-mxbrl-a0uayz-a3389994.htmlRead 15 October 2026Network row: Realtek RTL8125BG (2.5 Gb/s).7Retailer pageparadigit.ie/asrock-b860-pro-a-wifi/21862542/productRead 15 October 2026LAN controller: Dragon RTL8125BG.
Ethernet ports
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Ethernet speed
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2.5Gbps
Wi-Fi included
Wi-Fi standard
Wi-Fi bands
Max Wi-Fi channel width
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Wi-Fi module
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Audio
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Audio codec
Realtek ALC8971Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B860%20Pro-A%20WiFi.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.2 Audio row: 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec).3Spec databasegeizhals.at/asrock-b860-pro-a-wifi-90-mxbrl-a0uayz-a3389994.htmlRead 15 October 2026Audio row: Realtek ALC897.7Retailer pageparadigit.ie/asrock-b860-pro-a-wifi/21862542/productRead 15 October 2026The spec table (an Icecat copy) lists Audio chip: Realtek ALC897.
DAC chip
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Features
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BIOS flashback
Clear CMOS button (rear)
POST code display
No1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B860%20Pro-A%20WiFi.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 2.14: the Post Status Checker is four LEDs for CPU, DRAM, VGA and BOOT, and not a two-digit display.10Spec databasemaxmybuild.com/motherboards/asrock-b860-pro-a-wifiRead 15 October 2026Diagnostics: Debug LEDs, not a two-digit display.
Power button on the board
Dual BIOS
Pre-installed I/O shield
No1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B860%20Pro-A%20WiFi.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.1 package contents list 1 x I/O Shield and section 2.5 explains installing it.8Reviewmedcom.id/teknologi/review/GNl1M9Bb-asrock-b860-pro-a-wifi-ekonomis-untuk-intel-arrow-lakeRead 15 October 2026The review lists a separate I/O shield as a minus point.
Tool-free features
Tool-free M.2 latch, Tool-free M.2 heatsink1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B860%20Challenger%20WiFi.pdfRead 15 October 2026Sections 2.15 to 2.17: the M.2 SSDs are secured by turning a nut lock, and the M2_1 heatsink comes off with a release button. The antennas screw on, so there is no push-on antenna connector. The manual names no PCIe release.
Measured
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VRM temperature under CPU load
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Power draw idle
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Power draw CPU stress
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In the box
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In the box
2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables, 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas, 1 x Screw for M.2 Socket, 1 x Standoff for M.2 Socket1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B860%20Challenger%20WiFi.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.1. The manual marks the cables, antennas, screw and standoff as optional. The motherboard itself is not listed here.
I/O Shield, 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables, 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B860%20Pro-A%20WiFi.pdfRead 15 October 2026Section 1.1 package contents. The SATA cables and antennas are marked Optional in the manual. The one M.2 screw is for the B860 Pro-A only.2Retailer pagedirectcomputers.co.uk/collections/intel-motherboards/products/asrock-b860-pro-a-wifi-intel-1851-socket-motherboard-atx-4x-ddr5-slots-3x-m-2-sockets-2x-usb-c-port-2-5gbe-lan-wi-fi-6e-1x-displayport-1x-hdmi-portRead 15 October 2026Accessories: 1 x I/O Shield, 2 x SATA Data Cables and 2 x ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas.
Links
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Product page
asrock.com/mb/Intel/B860%20Challenger%20WiFi/index.asp2Maker product pageasrock.com/mb/Intel/B860%20Challenger%20WiFi/index.aspRead 15 October 2026The URL comes from the job evidence. The page returned a connection reset and a bot check page, so it was not read. Values come from the manual and retailer copies of the maker's text.
Spec sheet
Manual
download.asrock.com/Manual/B860%20Challenger%20WiFi.pdf1Owner's manualdownload.asrock.com/Manual/B860%20Challenger%20WiFi.pdfRead 15 October 2026ASRock manual for the B860 Challenger WiFi, Version 1.0, published December 2025, on download.asrock.com. It states most values in chapter 1.2 Specifications and in the installation chapter.
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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