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Asus PRIME B450M-A User Manual

Asus PRIME B450M-A
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Motherboard
PRIME B450M-A

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Asus PRIME B450M-A Specifications

General IconGeneral
Processor socketSocket AM4
Processor manufacturerAMD
Compatible processor seriesAMD Athlon, AMD Ryzen 3, AMD Ryzen 3 2nd Gen, AMD Ryzen 3 3rd Gen, AMD Ryzen 5, AMD Ryzen 5 2nd Gen, AMD Ryzen 5 3rd Gen, AMD Ryzen 7, AMD Ryzen 7 2nd Gen, AMD Ryzen 7 3rd Gen, AMD Ryzen 9 3rd Gen
Maximum number of SMP processors1
Audio chipRealtek ALC887
Component forPC
Motherboard chipsetAMD B450
Audio output channels7.1 channels
Motherboard form factormicro ATX
Windows operating systems supportedWindows 10 Education x64, Windows 10 Enterprise x64, Windows 10 Home x64, Windows 10 Pro x64
Memory channelsDual-channel
Memory slots typeDIMM
Unbuffered memoryYes
Number of memory slots4
Supported memory typesDDR4-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory64 GB
Supported memory clock speeds2133, 2400, 2666, 2800, 3000, 3200 MHz
Maximum resolution4096 x 2160 pixels
PS/2 ports quantity2
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-C ports quantity0
Number of SATA III connectors6
RAID levels0, 1, 10
LAN controllerRealtek RTL8111H
Ethernet interface typeGigabit Ethernet
BIOS typeUEFI AMI
ACPI version6.1
BIOS memory size128 Mbit
System Management BIOS (SMBIOS) version3.1
Cables includedSATA
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
Depth240 mm
Width244 mm

Summary

Guide Overview and Safety

Safety Precautions

Essential safety guidelines for handling and operating the motherboard.

Motherboard Specifications: CPU, Chipset, Memory, Expansion Slots

CPU Support

Supported CPU types and core count for the motherboard.

Memory Support

Supported memory types, speeds, and capacity.

Expansion Slots

Details on PCI Express slots for add-in cards.

Motherboard Specifications: Storage, Audio, USB, ASUS Features

Storage Interfaces

Supported storage devices and interfaces like SATA and M.2.

USB Ports and Connectors

Details on USB port types, speeds, and locations.

Motherboard Specifications: Thermal, I/O, Internal Connectors, BIOS

Rear Panel I/O Ports

Description of connectors and ports on the motherboard's rear panel.

Internal Connectors

Layout and function of internal headers and connectors.

Key BIOS Features

Overview of important features and utilities available in the BIOS.

Product Introduction: Motherboard Layout

Motherboard Component Layout

Diagram and identification of the motherboard's physical components.

Product Introduction: Core Components

AMD AM4 CPU Socket

Details on the AM4 socket for compatible AMD processors.

Product Introduction: Connectivity and Memory

DDR4 DIMM Slots

Installation and configuration of DDR4 memory modules.

Product Introduction: Front Panel Connectors

Product Introduction: Expansion and Rear I/O

PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 Slot

Description of the primary PCI Express x16 slot for graphics cards.

Product Introduction: Rear Panel Ports

CPU Installation

CPU Installation Procedure

Step-by-step guide for installing the CPU into the AM4 socket.

CPU Heatsink and Fan Installation

CPU Heatsink Type 1 Installation

Instructions for installing the first type of CPU heatsink and fan assembly.

CPU Heatsink Type 2 Installation

Instructions for installing the second type of CPU heatsink and fan assembly.

System Memory Installation

System Memory Overview

Details on the motherboard's four DDR4 DIMM sockets.

BIOS Configuration

BIOS Setup Program

Guide to accessing and using the BIOS setup utility.

Entering BIOS at Startup

Steps to access the BIOS during the system's power-on self-test.

Entering BIOS After POST

Alternative methods to access the BIOS after the initial boot sequence.

BIOS EZ Mode

BIOS Advanced Mode

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