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  • Page 1 ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series...
  • Page 2 Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Safety information ...................... iv About this guide ......................v ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series specifications summary ....... vi Connectors with shared bandwidth ................x Package contents ....................... xi Installation tools and components ................xii Chapter 1: Product Introduction Before you proceed ................... 1-1 Motherboard layout ..................

  • Page 4: Safety Information

    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.

  • Page 5: About This Guide

    Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 6: Rog Strix B560-A Gaming Series Specifications Summary

    2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 ® natively, others will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2666MHz. * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists), and memory frequency support depends on the CPU types. 1 x DisplayPort 1.4** 1 x HDMI™...
  • Page 7 ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series specifications summary 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports * M.2_2 shares bandwidth with SATA6G_1. When M.2_2 runs SATA mode, Storage SATA6G_1 will be disabled. ** To enable Intel Optane™ Memory (Hybrid Storage device), it must be ®...
  • Page 8 ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series specifications summary Fan and Cooling related 1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header 1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header 1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header 3 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers Power related 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector...
  • Page 9 12 inch x 9.6 inch (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) • Specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the ASUS website for the latest specifications. • MyASUS offers a variety of support features such as helping to troubleshoot issues, optimizing product performance, integrating ASUS software, and recovery drive creation.

  • Page 10: Connectors With Shared Bandwidth

    Connectors with shared bandwidth RGB_HEADER2 HDMI ATX_12V CPU_FAN DIGI+ CPU_OPT BIOS_FLBK FLBK_LED USB_78910 U32G1_E34 U32G2X2_C1 LGA1200 LAN_U32G2_3 M.2(WIFI) AUDIO _TYPE-C M.2_1(SOCKET3) 2242 2260 2280 22110 PCIE SATA RAID ON CPU 4.0 X4 PCIEX16_1 Ethernet Intel ® B560 PCIEX1_1 128Mb BIOS PCIEX16_2 PCIE SATA IRST...

  • Page 11: Package Contents

    Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard 1 x ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series motherboard 4 x SATA 6Gb/s cables Cables 1 x ROG audio USB Type-C cable ® 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas 1 x Cable ties pack 1 x M.2 Q-Latch package...

  • Page 12: Installation Tools And Components

    Installation tools and components Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit Intel LGA 1200 CPU Intel LGA 1200 compatible CPU Fan ® ® DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) M.2 SSD module (optional) 1 Bag of screws The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.

  • Page 13: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series...

  • Page 14: Motherboard Layout

    Motherboard layout 24.4cm(9.6in) RGB_HEADER2 HDMI ATX_12V CPU_FAN DIGI+ CPU_OPT BIOS_FLBK FLBK_LED USB_78910 U32G1_E34 U32G2X2_C1 LGA1200 LAN_U32G2_3 M.2(WIFI) AUDIO _TYPE-C 2242 2260 2280 22110 M.2_1(SOCKET3) PCIE SATA RAID ON CPU 4.0 X4 PCIEX16_1 Ethernet Intel ® B560 PCIEX1_1 128Mb BIOS PCIEX16_2 PCIE SATA IRST 3.0 X4...
  • Page 15 13. Clear CMOS header 1-16 14. Front Panel Audio header 1-17 15. S/PDIF Out header 1-18 16. SPI TPM header 1-18 17. System Panel header 1-19 18. Thunderbolt header 1-20 19. Q-LEDs 1-21 20. FlashBack™ LED 1-21 ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series...
  • Page 16 Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/ transit-related.
  • Page 17 A DDR4 memory module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Recommended memory configurations DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2* DIMM_A2* DIMM_A2* DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2* DIMM_B2* ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series...
  • Page 18 (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists), and memory frequency support depends on the CPU types. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 19 PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16_2 PCIE SATA IRST 3.0 X4 PCIEX1_2 PCIEX1_3 Please refer to the following table for the recommended VGA configuration. Recommended VGA configuration Slot Description Single VGA Dual VGA PCIEX16_1 PCIEX16_2 ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series...
  • Page 20 Fan and Pump headers The Fan and Pump headers allow you to connect fans or pumps to cool the system. CPU_FAN CPU_OPT CHA_FAN2 CHA_FAN3 CHA_FAN1 FAN PWM FAN IN AIO_PUMP FAN PWR • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan headers. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
  • Page 21 • If you want to use two or more high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W power or above to ensure the system stability. ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series...
  • Page 22 M.2 slots The M.2 slots allow you to install M.2 SSD modules. M.2_1(SOCKET3) M.2_2(SOCKET3) • Intel Gen Processors: ® M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 - Only Intel Gen processors support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode, this slot will be disabled ®...
  • Page 23 SATA 6Gb/s ports The SATA 6Gb/s ports allows you to connect SATA devices such as optical disc drives and hard disk drives via SATA cables. SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 RSATA_TXP SATA6G_3 RSATA_TXN SATA6G_4 RSATA_RXN RSATA_RXP SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series 1-11...
  • Page 24 USB 3.2 Gen 1 Front Panel connector The USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector (supports USB Type-C ) allows you to connect a USB ® 3.2 Gen 1 module for an additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C port. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 ®...
  • Page 25 The USB 2.0 headers provide data transfer speeds of up to 480 Mb/s. USBE_12 USBE_34 PIN 1 DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series 1-13...
  • Page 26 AURA Addressable Gen2 headers The Addressable Gen2 headers allow you to connect individually addressable RGB WS2812B LED strips or WS2812B based LED strips. The Addressable Gen2 header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/ Data/Ground), with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V), and the addressable headers on this board can handle a combined maximum of 500 LEDs.
  • Page 27 RGB LED strip is connected in the correct orientation, and the 12V connector is aligned with the 12V header on the motherboard. • The LED strip will only light up when the system is powered on. • The LED strip is purchased separately. ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series 1-15...
  • Page 28 Clear CMOS header The Clear CMOS header allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in the CMOS, which contains the date, time, system passwords, and system setup parameters. CLRTC PIN 1 To erase the RTC RAM: Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord. Short-circuit pin 1-2 with a metal object or jumper cap for about 5-10 seconds.
  • Page 29 HD Audio. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this header. We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability. ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series 1-17...
  • Page 30 S/PDIF Out header The S/PDIF Out header allows you to connect the Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) Out module. SPDIF_OUT The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. SPI TPM header This header supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system with a Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI), allowing you to securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data.
  • Page 31 Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns the system OFF. • Reset button (2-pin RESET) This 2-pin header is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without turning off the system power. ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series 1-19...
  • Page 32 Thunderbolt header The Thunderbolt header allows you to connect an add-on Thunderbolt card that supports Intel’s Thunderbolt Technology, allowing you to connect Thunderbolt™-enabled devices to form a daisy chain-configuration. TB_HEADER PIN 1 • The add-on Thunderbolt I/O card and Thunderbolt cables are purchased separately.
  • Page 33 The Q-LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. FlashBack™ LED The FlashBack™ LED lights up or blinks to indicate the status of the BIOS FlashBack™. ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series 1-21...
  • Page 34 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-22...

  • Page 35: Building Your Pc System

    NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1155, LGA1156, and LGA1151 sockets on the LGA1200 socket. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user. ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series...
  • Page 36 Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 37: Cooling System Installation

    2.1.2 Cooling system installation Apply Thermal Interface Material to the CPU cooling system and CPU before you install the cooling system, if necessary. To install a CPU heatsink and fan assembly ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series...
  • Page 38 To install an AIO cooler If you wish to install an AIO cooler, we recommend installing the AIO cooler after installing the motherboard into the chassis. AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN CPU_OPT Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 39: Dimm Installation

    2.1.3 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series...

  • Page 40: Installation

    2.1.4 M.2 installation Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. • The illustrations only show the installation steps for a single M.2 slot, the steps are the same for the other M.2 slots if you wish to install an M.2 to another M.2 slot. •...
  • Page 41 Rotate and adjust the M.2 Q-latch so that the handle points away from the M.2 slot. Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot. Rotate the M.2 Q-Latch clockwise to secure the M.2 in place. ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series...
  • Page 42 • To install an M.2 using the removable M.2 Q-Latch screw (Type 2242, 2260, 2280 M.2） (optional) Remove the M.2 rubber pad. Follow this step only if you wish to install an M.2 to type 2242. (optional) If required, remove the pre-installed removable M.2 Q-Latch screw at the 2280 length screw hole.
  • Page 43 Remove the plastic film from the thermal pads on the bottom of the heatsink. Replace the heatsink. Secure the heatsink using the screws removed previously. ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series...

  • Page 44: Motherboard Installation

    2.1.5 Motherboard installation Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel. Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.

  • Page 45: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.6 ATX power connection Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug. 2.1.7 SATA device connection ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series 2-11...

  • Page 46: Front I/O Connectors

    2.1.8 Front I/O connectors To install front panel connector To install USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector USB 3.2 Gen 1 This connector will only fit in one orientation. Push the connector until it clicks into place. To install USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector To install USB 2.0 connector USB 2.0 USB 3.2 Gen 1...

  • Page 47: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.9 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series 2-13...
  • Page 48 To install Thunderbolt series card 6-pin PCIe power connector USB Type-C ® port connects to Thunderbolt devices MiniDP in port connects to DP out port on the motherboard or a VGA card USB 2.0 header Thunderbolt header Ensure to install the Thunderbolt series card to a PCIe slot from PCH.

  • Page 49: Wi-Fi Antennas Installation

    2.1.10 Wi-Fi antennas installation Installing the ASUS Wi-Fi antennas Connect the bundled ASUS Wi-Fi antennas connectors to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. • Ensure that the ASUS Wi-Fi antennas are securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports.

  • Page 50: Bios Update Utility

    • Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system’s failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
  • Page 51 For more information on using the BIOS FlashBack™ feature, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/, or by scanning the QR code below. ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series 2-17...

  • Page 52: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports E3 and E4 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port 3 USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port (USB Type-C ® ASUS Wi-Fi module Audio USB Type-C ® Audio jacks** * and ** : Refer to the tables below for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions.
  • Page 53 Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In Orange – – Center/Sub woofer Center/Sub woofer Black – Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series 2-19...

  • Page 54: Audio I/O Connections

    2.3.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2-channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-20...
  • Page 55 Connect to 4-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series 2-21...

  • Page 56: Starting Up For The First Time

    Starting up for the first time After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. Ensure that all switches are off. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. Turn on the devices in the following order: Monitor External storage devices (starting with the last device on the chain)

  • Page 57: Chapter 3: Bios Setup

    For more details on BIOS configurations, please refer to www.asus.com/support. Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system.

  • Page 58: Bios Setup Program

    BIOS Setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press <Delete> or <F2> during the Power-On Self Test (POST).

  • Page 59: Asus Ez Flash 3

    ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu or press hotkey <F5>.

  • Page 60: Asus Crashfree Bios 3

    ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file.

  • Page 61: Appendix

    RF exposure compliance. HDMI Compliance Statement The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series...
  • Page 62 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.
  • Page 63 Tenez cet appareil à distance du ventre des femmes enceintes et du bas-ventre des adolescents. ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series...
  • Page 64 ASUS products sold in Vietnam, on or after September 23, 2011,meet the requirements of the Vietnam Circular 30/2011/TT-BCT. Các sản phẩm ASUS bán tại Việt Nam, vào ngày 23 tháng 9 năm2011 trở về sau, đều phải đáp ứng các yêu cầu của Thông tư 30/2011/TT-BCT của Việt Nam.
  • Page 65 DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal waste. Regional notice for California WARNING Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov ROG STRIX B560-A GAMING Series...
  • Page 66 2014/53/EU. Cijeli di: https://www.asus.com/support/ tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na https://www.asus.com/support/ WiFi yang Beroperasi pada 5150-5350 MHz akan terbatas untuk penggunaan WiFi koji radi na opsegu frekvencija 5150-5350 MHz bit će ograničen na...
  • Page 67 ASUSTek Computer Inc. tukaj izjavlja, da je ta naprava skladna s temeljnimi zahtevami in drugimi relevantnimii določili Direktive 2014/53/EU. Polno besedilo izjave EU o skladnosti je na voljo na https://www.asus.com/ support/ WiFi, ki deluje v pasovnem območju 5150–5350 MHz, mora biti v državah, navedenih v spodnjem seznamu, omejen na notranjo uporabo: Declaración de conformidad simplificada para la UE...

  • Page 68: Warranty

    • ASUS offers a voluntary manufacturer’s Commercial Guarantee. • ASUS dragovoljno nudi komercijalno proizvođačko jamstvo. • ASUS reserves the right to interpret the provisions of the ASUS • ASUS zadržava prava na tumačenje odredbi ASUS komercijalnog Commercial Guarantee. jamstva. •...
  • Page 69 • Si tiene alguna queja o necesidad de un centro de reparación local Información de garantía de ASUS o el periodo de garantía del producto ASUS, por favor visite el sitio de Soporte de ASUS en https://www.asus.com/mx/support/ para • ASUS ofrece una garantía comercial voluntaria del fabricante.

  • Page 70: Asus Contact Information

    +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site https://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Online support https://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkortstrasse 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Web site https://www.asus.com/de Online contact https://www.asus.com/support/Product/ContactUs/ Services/questionform/?lang=de-de Technical Support Telephone (DE) +49-2102-5789557 Telephone (AT)

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