User’s Manual

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1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
This motherboard comes with an AMD Socket AM5 designed for AMD
Ryzen™ 7000 Series Desktop Processors.
Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.
• The AM5 socket has a different pinout design. Ensure that you use a CPU designed
for the AM5 socket. The CPU ts in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the
CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging
the CPU!
• ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal,
incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by
the user.
ASUS PRIME B650-PLUS
Installing the CPU
Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the
heatsink and fan if necessary.