ASROCK B450M/ac R2.0 User Manual

Lists all items included with the ASRock B450M/ac R2.0 motherboard package.

Details the technical specifications of the motherboard, including platform, CPU, chipset, memory, and expansion slots.

Provides a visual diagram and numbering of motherboard components for identification.

Describes the rear panel input/output ports and their functions, including LAN and USB.

Explains the integrated WiFi module and the installation guide for the external WiFi antennas.

Outlines essential safety precautions and handling guidelines before installing motherboard components.

Step-by-step instructions for correctly installing the CPU into the motherboard socket.

Guides the user through the process of mounting the CPU cooler and heatsink for effective heat dissipation.

Details the procedure for installing DDR4 DIMM modules, including dual-channel configuration.

Explains the types and configurations of PCI Express slots available on the motherboard.

Describes the function and setup of jumpers, specifically the Clear CMOS jumper (CLRMOS1).

Identifies and explains the purpose of various onboard headers and connectors on the motherboard.

Provides instructions for installing an M.2 SSD module, including standoff placement and securing the drive.

Explains how to install necessary drivers and utilities from the support CD for optimal motherboard performance.

Introduces ASRock's A-Tuning utility for system monitoring, overclocking, and fan control.

Describes the online store for downloading software, drivers, and utilities to optimize and update the system.

Details how to use the ASRock Polychrome SYNC utility to customize RGB lighting effects on the motherboard.

Explains how to access and navigate the UEFI SETUP UTILITY for system configuration.

Provides an overview of the system information displayed on the UEFI Main screen.

Details the settings for overclocking the system, including CPU and DRAM configurations.

Covers advanced system configurations such as CPU, North Bridge, South Bridge, and ACPI settings.

Presents various utility tools available in the UEFI, including RAID installer and Instant Flash.

Explains how to monitor system hardware status, including temperatures, fan speeds, and voltages.

Details how to set or change supervisor and user passwords for system security.

Describes how to configure boot settings and prioritize boot devices.

Explains options for saving changes, discarding changes, and loading default settings before exiting the UEFI utility.