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Asus PRIME B450M-GAMING II User Manual

Asus PRIME B450M-GAMING II
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Motherboard
PRIME B450M-GAMING II
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Asus PRIME B450M-GAMING II Specifications

General IconGeneral
Form FactorMicro ATX
ChipsetAMD B450
CPU SocketAM4
Memory Slots4
Maximum Memory128GB
Memory TypeDDR4
PCIe x16 Slots1
PCIe x1 Slots2
M.2 Slots1
Video OutputsHDMI, DVI-D
AudioRealtek ALC887 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC
LANRealtek RTL8111H Gigabit LAN
RAID SupportRAID 0, 1, 10
Memory Speed2133MHz, 2400MHz, 2666MHz, 3200MHz(O.C.)
SATA Ports6
USB Ports2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports, 4 x USB 2.0 ports

Summary

Safety Information

Electrical Safety Precautions

Describes electrical safety measures to prevent hazards during system handling.

Operation Safety Guidelines

Details safe handling and environmental considerations for motherboard operation.

About This User Guide

Guide Structure Overview

Explains the organization and content structure of the user manual.

Finding Additional Information

Points to ASUS website and optional documentation for further details.

Symbol Conventions

Explains common symbols like CAUTION, IMPORTANT, and NOTE used in the manual.

Package Contents

Included Motherboard Components

Lists all items included in the motherboard package for verification.

PRIME B450M-GAMING II Specifications Summary

CPU and Chipset Details

Covers CPU socket compatibility and key chipset specifications.

Memory and Graphics Support

Details memory types, frequencies, and integrated graphics ports.

Expansion Slots Overview

Describes PCIe slots, their configurations, and bandwidth.

Storage and Ethernet Connectivity

Details M.2, SATA ports, and the 1Gb Ethernet interface.

USB and Audio Features

Covers USB port types, quantities, and audio codec capabilities.

Back Panel I/O Ports

Lists all external connectors available on the motherboard's rear panel.

Internal I/O Connectors

Lists various internal headers and connectors on the motherboard.

Special Features and Technologies

Highlights ASUS specific protections and DIY features.

ASUS Exclusive Software Bundle

Lists bundled software applications provided by ASUS.

BIOS and Operating System Support

Covers BIOS details, manageability features, and supported OS versions.

Form Factor and Dimensions

Specifies the motherboard's physical size and form factor.

Connectors with Shared Bandwidth

M.2 and SATA Port Bandwidth Sharing

Explains how M.2 slot usage impacts the availability of SATA_5/6 ports.

Product Introduction

Installation Precautions

Provides essential safety advice and precautions before motherboard installation.

Motherboard Layout Diagram

Shows a visual overview of motherboard components with numbered labels.

CPU Socket and Memory Slots

Describes the AMD AM4 socket and the DDR4 DIMM slots.

Expansion Slots and Fan Headers

Details PCIe slots, fan connectors, and power input connectors.

M.2 Slot for SSDs

Explains the M.2 slot for installing M.2 SSD modules.

SATA Ports and USB Headers

Covers SATA connections and headers for USB 3.2 Gen 1 and 2.0 ports.

AURA RGB Header and CMOS Clearing

Details the header for RGB lighting and the procedure to clear CMOS settings.

Front Panel and System Connectors

Describes COM, Audio, S/PDIF, Speaker, TPM, and System Panel headers.

BIOS FlashBack™ LED Indicator

Explains the function of the LED indicator for the BIOS FlashBack feature.

Rear Panel Connectors

Video, PS/2, and USB 3.2 Gen 2 Ports

Describes the VGA, PS/2 keyboard/mouse, and USB 3.2 Gen 2 rear ports.

Ethernet and Audio Ports

Details the Ethernet port with LED indications and Line In/Out audio ports.

BIOS FlashBack Button, DVI-D, and HDMI Ports

Covers the BIOS FlashBack button, DVI-D port, and HDMI port.

USB 3.2 Gen 1 and BIOS FlashBack Port

Details USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports and the specific port for BIOS FlashBack function.

Microphone Port and Audio Configuration

Covers the microphone port and audio port functions in various channel configurations.

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

Installing the CPU

Provides step-by-step instructions for installing the CPU onto the motherboard socket.

System Memory

Memory Configuration Guidelines

Details DIMM installation, compatibility advice, and recommended configurations.

Installing and Removing DIMMs

Shows visual guides for correctly installing and removing memory modules.

BIOS and RAID Support

Understanding the UEFI BIOS

Introduces the ASUS UEFI BIOS, its interface, and core functions.

Navigating the BIOS Setup Program

Explains how to enter and use the BIOS setup menus for configuration.

Updating BIOS with ASUS EZ Flash 3

Details the procedure for updating the BIOS using the EZ Flash 3 utility.

Recovering BIOS with CrashFree BIOS 3

Explains the utility for automatic BIOS file recovery.

RAID Configuration Options

Defines RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 configurations for storage.

Appendix

FCC Compliance Information

Details regulatory compliance with FCC rules for digital devices.

Canadian and Japanese Compliance

Covers compliance statements for Canadian (ISED) and Japanese (VCCI) regulations.

Korean Compliance Statement

Details the KC warning statement for Korean regulations.

Product Environmental Compliance

Summarizes compliance with environmental regulations like REACH and RoHS.

Recycling and Takeback Services

Provides information on responsible product disposal and recycling services.

California Proposition 65 Warning

Warning regarding potential cancer and reproductive harm in California.

Declarations of Conformity

EU Declaration of Conformity

States the device's compliance with relevant EU directives and regulations.

ASUS Contact Information

Global and Regional Support Contacts

Provides contact details for ASUS headquarters and regional technical support.

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