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B450 AORUS PRO WIFI
B450 AORUS PRO
User's Manual
Rev. 1001
12ME-B45ASPW-1001R
B450 AORUS PRO WIFI
B450 AORUS PRO
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  • Page 1 B450 AORUS PRO WIFI B450 AORUS PRO For more product details, please visit GIGABYTE's website. To reduce the impacts on global warming, the packaging materials of this product are recyclable and reusable. GIGABYTE works with you to protect the environment.
  • Page 2 Motherboard B450 AORUS PRO WIFI Motherboard B450 AORUS PRO WIFI Jun. 11, 2018 Jun. 11, 2018 Wireless Module Country Approvals:...
  • Page 3 Information in this manual is protected by copyright laws and is the property of GIGABYTE. Changes to the specifications and features in this manual may be made by GIGABYTE without prior notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated, transmitted, or published in any form or by any means without GIGABYTE's prior written permission.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents B450 AORUS PRO (WIFI) Motherboard Layout ..............5 Chapter 1 Hardware Installation ..................6 Installation Precautions ..................6 1-2 Product Specifications ..................7 Installing the CPU ..................10 Installing the Memory ..................10 Installing an Expansion Card ................. 11 Back Panel Connectors .................. 11 Internal Connectors ..................

  • Page 5: B450 Aorus Pro (Wifi) Motherboard Layout

    F_PANEL D_LED1 SYS_FAN3_PUMP F_USB2 F_USB30 Box Contents 5 B450 AORUS PRO WIFI or B450 AORUS PRO motherboard 5 Two SATA cables 5 M.2 screw(s)/M.2 standoff(s) 5 Motherboard driver disk 5 One G Connector 5 User's Manual 5 One Wi-Fi antenna (Note) * The box contents above are for reference only and the actual items shall depend on the product package you obtain.

  • Page 6: Chapter 1 Hardware Installation

    Chapter 1 Hardware Installation Installation Precautions The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's manual and follow these procedures: • Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard. • Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty sticker provided by your dealer.

  • Page 7: 1-2 Product Specifications

    (The PCIEX4 and PCIEX1 slots conform to PCI Express 2.0 standard.) 1 x M.2 Socket 1 connector for a wireless communication module (M2_WIFI) (Note 2) Š (Note 2) * Only the B450 AORUS PRO WIFI includes the wireless communication module. Multi-Graphics Support for AMD Quad-GPU CrossFire and 2-Way AMD CrossFire technologies ™...
  • Page 8 5 x audio jacks Š I/O Controller I/O Controller Chip ® Š Hardware Voltage detection Š Temperature detection Monitor Š Fan speed detection Š Water cooling flow rate detection Š (Note) Only for the B450 AORUS PRO WIFI. - 8 -...
  • Page 9 * GIGABYTE reserves the right to make any changes to the product specifications and product-related information without prior notice. B450 AORUS PRO WIFI B450 AORUS PRO Please visit GIGABYTE's website for support lists of CPU, memory modules, SSDs, and M.2 devices. Please visit the Support\Utility List page on GIGABYTE's website to download the latest version of apps. - 9 -...

  • Page 10: Installing The Cpu

    • Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.) • Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the memory to prevent hardware damage.

  • Page 11: Installing An Expansion Card

    USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A Port (Red) The USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A port supports the USB 3.1 Gen 2 specification and is compatible to the USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices. USB Type-C Port ™ The reversible USB port supports the USB 3.1 Gen 2 specification and is compatible to the USB 3.1 Gen 1 and USB 2.0 specification. Use this port for USB devices. (Note 1) Only for the B450 AORUS PRO WIFI. (Note 2) Actual support may vary by CPU. (Note 3) The DVI-D port does not support D-Sub connection by adapter. - 11 -...
  • Page 12 Line Out/Front Speaker Out Mic In/Side Speaker Out • To enable or configure the audio amplifying function for the Line out jack, please access the HD Audio Manager application. • Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more audio software information. • When removing the cable connected to a back panel connector, first remove the cable from your device and then remove it from the motherboard. • When removing the cable, pull it straight out from the connector. Do not rock it side to side to prevent an electrical short inside the cable connector.

  • Page 13: Internal Connectors

    Internal Connectors ATX_12V SATA3 0/1/2/3 M2A_SOCKET/M2B_SOCKET CPU_FAN SPDIF_O SYS_FAN1/2 F_PANEL CPU_OPT F_AUDIO SYS_FAN3_PUMP LED_CPU CLR_CMOS LED_C F_USB30 D_LED1/D_LED2 F_USB1/F_USB2 DLED_V_SW1/DLED_V_SW2 ASATA3 0/1 CPU/DRAM/VGA/BOOT Read the following guidelines before connecting external devices: • First make sure your devices are compliant with the connectors you wish to connect. •...
  • Page 14 1/2) ATX_12V/ATX (2x4 12V Power Connector and 2x12 Main Power Connector) With the use of the power connector, the power supply can supply enough stable power to all the components on the motherboard. Before connecting the power connector, first make sure the power supply is turned off and all devices are properly installed. The power connector possesses a foolproof design. Connect the power supply cable to the power connector in the correct orientation.
  • Page 15 5) CPU_OPT (Water Cooling CPU Fan Header) The fan header is 4-pin and possesses a foolproof insertion design. Most fan headers possess a foolproof insertion design. When connecting a fan cable, be sure to connect it in the correct orientation (the black connector wire is the ground wire).
  • Page 16 8) LED_C (RGB (RGBW) LED Strip Header) The header can be used to connect a standard 5050 RGB (RGBW) LED strip (12V/G/R/B/W), with maximum power rating of 2A (12V) and maximum length of 2m. Pin No. Definition Connect your RGB (RGBW) LED strip to the header. The power pin (marked with a triangle on the plug) of the LED strip must be connected RGBW to Pin 1 (12V) of this header. Incorrect connection may lead to the LED Strip LED Strip damage of the LED strip. 9) D_LED1/D_LED2 (Digital LED Strip Headers) The headers can be used to connect a standard 5050 digital LED strip, with maximum power rating of 2A F_USB3...
  • Page 17 10) DLED_V_SW1/DLED_V_SW2 (Digital LED Strip Power Select Jumpers) The jumpers allow you to select the supply voltage of the D_LED1 and D_LED2 headers. Be sure to verify the voltage requirements of your digital LED strip and set the correct voltage with this jumper before connection. Incorrect connection may lead to the damage of the LED strip. 1-2: 5V (Default) 1-2: 5V (Default) 2-3: 12V 2-3: 12V DLED_V_SW1 DLED_V_SW2 11/12) ASATA3 0/1, SATA3 0/1/2/3 (SATA 6Gb/s Connectors) The SATA connectors conform to SATA 6Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 3Gb/s and SATA 1.5Gb/s standard.
  • Page 18 13) M2A_SOCKET/M2B_SOCKET (M.2 Socket 3 Connectors) The M.2 connectors support M.2 SATA SSDs or M.2 PCIe SSDs and support RAID configuration. (Note) Please note that an M.2 PCIe SSD cannot be used to create a RAID set either with an M.2 SATA SSD or a SATA hard drive. To create a RAID array with an M.2 PCIe SSD, you must set up the configuration in UEFI BIOS mode. Refer to Chapter 3, "Configuring a RAID Set," for instructions on configuring a RAID array. M2A_SOCKET M2B_SOCKET Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector. Step 1: Get a screw and a standoff from the included M.2 screw kit. Locate the M.2 connector where you will install the M.2 SSD, use a screwdriver to unfasten the screw on the heatsink and then remove the heatsink. Step 2: Locate the proper mounting hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed and then tighten the standoff first. Insert the M.2 SSD into the M.2 connector at an angle.
  • Page 19 14) SPDIF_O (S/PDIF Out Header) This header supports digital S/PDIF Out and connects a S/PDIF digital audio cable (provided by expansion cards) for digital audio output from your motherboard to certain expansion cards like graphics cards and sound cards. For example, some graphics cards may require you to use a S/PDIF digital audio cable for digital audio output from your motherboard to your graphics card if you wish to connect an HDMI display to the graphics card and have digital audio output from the HDMI display at the same time. For information about connecting the S/PDIF digital audio cable, carefully read the manual for your expansion card. Pin No. Definition S F_ 5VDUAL No Pin SPDIFO 15) F_PANEL (Front Panel Header) Connect the power switch, reset switch, speaker, chassis intrusion switch/sensor and system status indicator on the chassis to this header according to the pin assignments below.
  • Page 20 16) F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header) The front panel audio header supports High Definition audio (HD). You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it. Pin No.
  • Page 21 18) CLR_CMOS (Clear CMOS Jumper) Use this jumper to clear the BIOS configuration and reset the CMOS values to factory defaults. To clear the CMOS values, use a metal object like a screwdriver to touch the two pins for a few seconds. Open: Normal Short: Clear CMOS Values • Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before clearing the CMOS values.
  • Page 22 B S S 21) TPM (Trusted Platform Module Header) You may connect a TPM (Trusted Platform Module) to this header. Pin No. Definition Pin No. Definition LCLK LAD0 LFRAME No Pin LRESET SB3V 1 2 3 SERIRQ LAD3 LAD2 VCC3 LAD1 22) CPU/DRAM/VGA/BOOT (Status LEDs) The status LEDs show whether the CPU, memory, graphics card, and operating system are working...

  • Page 23: Chapter 2 Bios Setup

    BIOS includes a BIOS Setup program that allows the user to modify basic system configuration settings or to activate certain system features. When the power is turned off, the battery on the motherboard supplies the necessary power to the CMOS to keep the configuration values in the CMOS. To access the BIOS Setup program, press the <Delete> key during the POST when the power is turned on. To upgrade the BIOS, use either the GIGABYTE Q-Flash or @BIOS utility. Q-Flash allows the user to quickly and easily upgrade or back up BIOS without entering the operating system. • @BIOS is a Windows-based utility that searches and downloads the latest version of BIOS from the Internet •...

  • Page 24: The Main Menu

    The Main Menu System Time Setup Menus Hardware Information Configuration Items Current Settings Quick Access Bar allows you to enter Easy Mode, select BIOS default language, configure fan settings, or enter Q-Flash. Classic Setup Function Keys <f><g> Move the selection bar to select a setup menu <h><i> Move the selection bar to select an configuration item on a menu <Enter> Execute command or enter a menu < + >/<Page Up> Increase the numeric value or make changes <...
  • Page 25 M.I.T. Whether the system will work stably with the overclock/overvoltage settings you made is dependent on your overall system configurations. Incorrectly doing overclock/overvoltage may result in damage to CPU, chipset, or memory and reduce the useful life of these components. This page is for advanced users only and we recommend you not to alter the default settings to prevent system instability or other unexpected results.
  • Page 26 & Core Performance Boost Allows you to determine whether to enable the Core Performance Boost (CPB) technology, a CPU performance-boost technology. (Default: Auto) & AMD Cool&Quiet function Enabled L ets the AMD Cool'n'Quiet driver dynamically adjust the CPU clock and VID to reduce heat output from your computer and its power consumption. (Default) Disabled Disables this function. & SVM Mode Virtualization enhanced by Virtualization Technology will allow a platform to run multiple operating systems and applications in independent partitions. With virtualization, one computer system can function as multiple virtual systems. (Default: Disabled) & Global C-state Control Allows you to determine whether to let the CPU enter C states.
  • Page 27 ` Advanced Memory Settings & Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) , System Memory Multiplier , Memory (Note) Frequency(Mhz) The settings above are synchronous to those under the same items on the Advanced Frequency Settings menu. & Memory Timing Mode Manual allows the memory timing settings below to be configurable. Options are: Auto (default), Manual. & Profile DDR Voltage When using a non-XMP memory module or Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Disabled, the value is displayed according to your memory specification. When Extreme Memory Profile (X.M.P.) is set to Profile1 or Profile2, the value is displayed according to the SPD data on the XMP memory.
  • Page 28 ` Smart Fan 5 Settings & Monitor Allows you to select a target to monitor and to make further adjustment. (Default: CPU FAN) & Fan Speed Control Allows you to determine whether to enable the fan speed control function and adjust the fan speed. Allows the fan to run at different speeds according to the temperature. You can adjust Normal the fan speed with System Information Viewer based on your system requirements.

  • Page 29: System

    System This section provides information on your motherboard model and BIOS version. You can also select the default language used by the BIOS and manually set the system time. & System Language Selects the default language used by the BIOS. &...

  • Page 30: Bios

    System program. (Default) & Full Screen LOGO Show Allows you to determine whether to display the GIGABYTE Logo at system startup. Disabled skips the GIGABYTE Logo when the system starts up. (Default: Enabled) & Fast Boot Enables or disables Fast Boot to shorten the OS boot process. Ultra Fast provides the fastest bootup speed. (Default: Disabled)
  • Page 31 & VGA Support Allows you to select which type of operating system to boot. Enables legacy option ROM only. Auto EFI Driver Enables EFI option ROM. (Default) This item is configurable only when Fast Boot is set to Enabled or Ultra Fast. & USB Support All USB devices are disabled before the OS boot process completes. Disabled Full Initial All USB devices are functional in the operating system and during the POST.
  • Page 32 & Ipv4 HTTP Support Enables or disables HTTP boot support for IPv4. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled. & Ipv6 PXE Support Enables or disables IPv6 PXE Support. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled. & Ipv6 HTTP Support Enables or disables HTTP boot support for IPv6. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled. & IPSEC Certificate Enables or disables Internet Protocol Security. This item is configurable only when Network Stack is enabled.

  • Page 33: Peripherals

    Peripherals & AMD CPU fTPM Enables or disables the TPM 2.0 function integrated in the AMD CPU. (Default: Disabled) & Initial Display Output Specifies the first initiation of the monitor display from the installed PCI Express graphics card or the onboard graphics. Sets the onboard graphics as the first display. (Note) IGD Video Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX16 slot as the first display. (Default) PCIe 1 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX4 slot as the first display. PCIe 2 Slot PCIe 3 Slot Sets the graphics card on the PCIEX1_2 slot as the first display. & Legacy USB Support Allows USB keyboard/mouse to be used in MS-DOS. (Default: Enabled) & XHCI Hand-off Determines whether to enable XHCI Hand-off feature for an operating system without XHCI Hand-off support.
  • Page 34 & RGB Fusion Allows you to set the LED lighting mode for the motherboard. Disables this function. Off All LEDs simultaneously fade in and fade out. Pulse Mode Color Cycle All LEDs simultaneously cycle through a full spectrum of colors. All LEDs emit a single color. (Default) Static Mode All LEDs simultaneously flash on and off. Flash Mode Double Flash All LEDs flash in an interlaced pattern. & LEDs in Sleep, Hibernation, and Soft Off States Allows you to set the lighting mode of the motherboard LEDs in system S3/S4/S5 state. This feature is supported only with a 5V digital LED strip. Disables the selected lighting mode when the system enters S3/S4/S5 state. (Default) Off Enables the selected lighting mode when the system enters S3/S4/S5 state. &...

  • Page 35: Chipset

    Chipset & IOMMU Enables or disables AMD IOMMU support. (Default: Auto) & Integrated Graphics (Note) Enables or disables the onboard graphics function. The BIOS will automatically enable or disable the onboard graphics depending on the Auto graphics card being installed. (Default) Enables the onboard graphics. Forces Disabled Disables the onboard graphics. & UMA Mode (Note) Specify the UMA mode.
  • Page 36 & SATA Mode Enables or disables RAID for the integrated SATA controllers or configures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. RAID Enables RAID for the SATA controller. AHCI C onfigures the SATA controllers to AHCI mode. Advanced Host Controller Interface (AHCI) is an interface specification that allows the storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features such as Native Command Queuing and hot plug. (Default) & NVMe RAID mode (M2A_SOCKET and M2B_SOCKET Connectors) Allows you to determine whether to use your M.2 NVMe PCIe SSDs to configure RAID. (Default: Disabled) & Chipset SATA Port Enable Enables or disables the integrated SATA controller(s). (Default: Enabled) & APU SATA Port 0/1 (ASATA3 0, 1 Connectors) Displays the information of the connected SATA device(s). & Chipset SATA Port 0/1/2/3 (SATA3 0, 1, 2, 3 Connectors) Displays the information of the connected SATA device(s).

  • Page 37: Power

    Power & AC BACK Determines the state of the system after the return of power from an AC power loss. The system returns to its last known awake state upon the return of the AC power. Memory Always On The system is turned on upon the return of the AC power. Always Off T he system stays off upon the return of the AC power. (Default) & ErP Determines whether to let the system consume least power in S5 (shutdown) state. Note: When this item is set to Enabled, the following functions will become unavailable: Resume by Alarm, PME event wake up, power on by mouse, power on by keyboard, and wake on LAN.
  • Page 38 & High Precision Event Timer Enables or disables High Precision Event Timer (HPET) in the operating system. (Default: Enabled) & CEC 2019 Ready Allows you to select whether to allow the system to adjust power consumption when it is in shutdown, idle, or standby state in order to comply with the CEC (California Energy Commission) 2019 Standards. (Default: Disabled) - 38 -...

  • Page 39: Save & Exit

    Save & Exit & Save & Exit Setup Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes. This saves the changes to the CMOS and exits the BIOS Setup program. Select No or press <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu. & Exit Without Saving Press <Enter> on this item and select Yes. This exits the BIOS Setup without saving the changes made in BIOS Setup to the CMOS. Select No or press <Esc> to return to the BIOS Setup Main Menu. &...

  • Page 40: Chapter 3 Appendix

    Chapter 3 Appendix 3-1 Configuring a RAID Set RAID Levels RAID 0 RAID 1 RAID 10 Minimum Number of ≥2 Hard Drives Array Capacity Number of hard drives * Size of the smallest drive (Number of hard drives/2) * Size of the smallest drive Size of the smallest drive Fault Tolerance Before you begin, please prepare the following items: •...
  • Page 41 3. Insert the USB thumb drive and then browse to the location of the driver. The location of the drivers is as follows: \Hw10\RAID\x64 4. Select AMD-RAID Bottom Device first and click Next to load the driver. Then select AMD-RAID Controller and click Next to load the driver. Finally, continue the OS installation. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on configuring a RAID array. - 41 -...

  • Page 42: Drivers Installation

    You can click the Xpress Install button and "Xpress Install" will install all of the selected drivers. Or click the arrow icon to individually install the drivers you need. Please visit GIGABYTE's website for Please visit GIGABYTE's website for more software information.

  • Page 43: Regulatory Statements

    Contravention will be prosecuted. We believe that the information contained herein was accurate in all respects at the time of printing. GIGABYTE cannot, however, assume any responsibility for errors or omissions in this text. Also note that the information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as a commitment by GIGABYTE.
  • Page 44 FCC Notice (U.S.A. Only) Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING: 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.
  • Page 45 Canada-Industry Canada (IC): This device complies with Canadian RSS-210. This device complies with Industry Canada license-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.
  • Page 46 European Community Radio Equipment Directive (RED) Compliance Statement: This equipment complies with all the requirements and other relevant provisions of Radio Equipment Directive 2014/53/EU. This equipment is suitable for home and office use in all the European Community Member States and EFTA Member States. The low band 5.15 -5.35 GHz is for indoor use only. Restrictions d'utilisation en France: Pour la France métropolitaine 2.400 - 2.4835 GHz (Canaux 1à 13) autorisé en usage intérieur 2.400 - 2.454 GHz (canaux 1 à 7) autorisé en usage extérieur Pour la Guyane et la Réunion 2.400 - 2.4835 GHz (Canaux 1à 13) autorisé en usage intérieur 2.420 - 2.4835 GHz (canaux 5 à 13) autorisé en usage extérieur Notice for Italy: The use of these equipments is regulated by: 1. D .L.gs 1.8.2003, n. 259, article 104 (activity subject to general authorization) for outdoor use and article 105 (free use) for indoor use, in both cases for private use.
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  • Page 48: Contact Us

    Contact Us GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD. Address: No.6, Baoqiang Rd., Xindian Dist., New Taipei City 231, Taiwan TEL: +886-2-8912-4000, FAX: +886-2-8912-4005 Tech. and Non-Tech. Support (Sales/Marketing) : https://esupport.gigabyte.com WEB address (English): https://www.gigabyte.com WEB address (Chinese): https://www.gigabyte.com/tw GIGABYTE eSupport • To submit a technical or non-technical (Sales/Marketing) question, please link to: https://esupport.gigabyte.com...

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