Motherboard PRIME B450M-K
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Contents Safety information....................................................................................... iv About this guide.......................................................................................... iv Package contents........................................................................................ vi PRIME B450M-K specifications summary................................................. vi Chapter 1: Product introduction Before you proceed..................................
Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. 2. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard ASUS PRIME B450M-K motherboard Cables 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables Accessories 1 x I/O shield 1 x M.2 anchor Application DVD 1 x Support DVD Documentation 1 x User Manual If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
PRIME B450M-K specifications summary LAN Realtek® 8111H Gigabit LAN controller Realtek® ALC 887-VD2 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - LED-illuminated design: Brighten up your build with the gorgeous illuminated audio trace path.
PRIME B450M-K specifications summary 1 x PS/2 Keyboard port 1 x PS/2 Mouse port 1 x D-Sub port Rear panel I/O ports 1 x DVI-D port 1 x LAN (RJ-45) port 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports 4 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 3 x Audio jacks support 8-channel audio output 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0/1.1 connectors support additional 4 USB 2.0/1.1 ports 4 x SATA 6.0Gb/s connectors 1 x M.
1 Product introduction Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.
ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR, 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors are for ATX power supply plugs. The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX12V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. This PSU type has 24-pin and 8-pin power plugs.
M.2 socket 3 This socket allows you to install M.2 (NGFF) SSD modules. M.2(SOCKET3) This M.2 socket supports M Key and 2242/2260/2280 storage devices. AMD B450 Serial ATA 6.0Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1~4) These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. System panel connector (10-1 pin F_PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions.
Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. +5V Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) SPDIFOUT GND This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
Rear panel connectors 2 1 3 4 9 10 5 6 7 3 8 1. PS/2 Mouse port. This port is for a PS/2 mouse. 2. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. 3. USB 3.1 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) ports. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices. 4. USB 3.1 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps) ports (teal blue, Type A). These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus 3.1 (USB 3.1) ports are for USB 3.1 Gen 2 devices. 5. • USB 3.
6. Line In port (light blue). This port connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. 7. Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or a speaker. In the 4.1, 5.1and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. 8. Microphone port (pink). This port connects to a microphone. Refer to the audio configuration table for the function of the audio ports in 2.1, 4.1, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. Audio 2.1, 4.1, 5.1 or 7.
Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AMD AM4 socket designed for AMD Ryzen™ 2nd Generation / Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics / Ryzen™ 1st Generation processors. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. The AM4 socket has a different pinout from the FM2+/FM2 socket. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM4 socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation.
Installing the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Type 1 1 2 3 4 Type 2 1 2 Remove the screws and the retention module only. Do not remove the plate on the bottom.
System memory Overview This motherboard comes with two Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module (DIMM) sockets. The figure illustrates the location of the DDR4 DIMM sockets: DIMM_A1* DIMM_B1* Channel Socket Channel A DIMM_A1* Channel B DIMM_B1* • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration.
Installing a DIMM 2 1 A A B To remove a DIMM A B M.2 Anchor Installation The M.2 Anchor is a tool-less design to easily fasten and secure your M.2 SSD card to your motherboard without using extra tools. To install the M.2 SSD card using the M.2 Anchor: 1-10 1. Locate the M.2 mounting hole on your motherboard and firmly insert the M.2 Anchor into the hole. 2. Insert the M.2 SSD card into the M.2 slot. The notch at the end of the M.2 SSD card shall align with the rod of the M.2 Anchor.
3. Firmly insert the pin on the M.2 Anchor into the hole on itself. To uninstall the M.2 SSD card: 1. Pull up the ring on the M.2 Anchor until it is separated from the hole. 2. Remove the M.2 SSD card from the M.2 slot.
BIOS information • Scan the QR code to view the BIOS update guide. • Before using the ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility, rename the BIOS file in the removable device into PB450MK.CAP. BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup program to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program.
EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode, fan profile and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press . The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed.
Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. To access the EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press .
Search on FAQ Move your mouse over this button to show a QR code. Scan this QR code with your mobile device to connect to the ASUS BIOS FAQ web page. You can also scan the QR code below. Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus.
Appendix Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
REACH Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.
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