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ASROCK B660 Steel Legend User Manual

ASROCK B660 Steel Legend
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Version 1.0
Published December 2021
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ASROCK B660 Steel Legend Specifications

General IconGeneral
Processor socketLGA 1700
Processor manufacturerIntel
Compatible processor seriesIntel Celeron, Intel Core i3, Intel Core i5, Intel Core i7, Intel Core i9, Intel Pentium
Maximum number of SMP processors1
Component forPC
Motherboard chipsetIntel B660
PC health monitoringCPU, FAN, Temperature, Voltage
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factorATX
ECCYes
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Number of memory slots4
Supported memory typesDDR4-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory128 GB
Supported memory clock speeds5000 MHz
BIOS typeUEFI AMI
ACPI version6.0
BIOS memory size128 Mbit
System Management BIOS (SMBIOS) version2.7
DisplayPort version1.4
WiFi-AP antenna jack2
USB 2.0 ports quantityUSB 2.0 ports have a data transmission speed of 480 Mbps, and are backwards compatible with USB 1.1 ports. You can connect all kinds of peripheral devices to them.
USB 3.2 Gen 2 (3.1 Gen 2) Type-A ports quantity0
Wi-FiNo
LAN controllerDragon RTL8125BG
Ethernet interface type2.5 Gigabit Ethernet
Number of M.2 (M) slots3
Number of SATA III connectors6
RAID levels0, 1, 5, 10
Supported storage drive typesHDD & SSD
Supported storage drive interfacesM.2, SATA III
Cables includedSATA
Parallel processing technology support-
Harmonized System (HS) code84733020
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth244 mm
Width305 mm

Summary

Motherboard Layout

I/O Panel

Chapter 1 Introduction

1.1 Package Contents

Lists all items included in the motherboard package for initial setup.

Chapter 2 Installation

Pre-installation Precautions

Essential safety measures and handling guidelines before installing components.

2.1 Installing the CPU

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

2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink

Guide on how to attach the CPU cooler and heatsink for proper thermal management.

2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM)

Instructions for installing RAM modules into the DDR4 DIMM slots for system memory.

2.4 Expansion Slots (PCIe Slots)

Details on the types and usage of PCIe slots for graphics cards and other expansion devices.

2.5 Jumpers Setup

Information on how to configure system settings using jumpers, including CMOS clearing.

2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors

Explains the function and connection of various onboard headers for front panel controls and LEDs.

2.7 Smart Button

Details on the BIOS Flashback button for updating BIOS without powering on the system.

2.8 Post Status Checker

Describes the Post Status Checker (PSC) feature for diagnosing boot-related hardware issues.

2.9 M.2 WiFi/BT PCIe WiFi Module and Intel® CNVi (Integrated WiFi/BT) Installation Guide

Guide for installing M.2 WiFi/BT modules or Intel® CNVi components into the M.2 slot.

2.10 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_1)

Instructions for installing M.2 NVMe SSDs into the M2_1 slot for storage.

2.11 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_2)

Guide for installing M.2 NVMe SSDs into the M2_2 slot, noting specific interface support.

2.12 M.2_SSD (NGFF) Module Installation Guide (M2_3)

Instructions for installing M.2 NVMe SSDs into the M2_3 slot, covering various form factors.

2.13 ASRock Polychrome SYNC

Information on controlling RGB lighting effects using the ASRock Polychrome SYNC utility.

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