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  • Page 1 TUF GAMING B550-PLUS...
  • 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 Package contents ....................... vi TUF GAMING B550-PLUS specifications summary ..........vi Connectors with shared bandwidth ................x Chapter 1 Product introduction Before you proceed ..................1-1 Motherboard overview ................. 1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ..............

  • 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 provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.

  • Page 6: Package Contents

    4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 4400(O.C)/4000(O.C)/3866(O.C)/3600(O.C)/ 3466(O.C.)/3200/3000/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz, Un-buffered Memory* Memory Dual Channel Memory Architecture *ECC Memory (ECC mode) support varies by CPU. **Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 1 x DisplayPort 1.2 Graphics 1 x HDMI 2.1(4K@60HZ) *Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types.
  • Page 7 TUF GAMING B550-PLUS specifications summary 1 x Realtek RTL8125B 2.5Gb Ethernet Ethernet Wireless & M.2 slot (Key E) (Wi-Fi module is sold separately) Bluetooth Rear USB (Total 8 ports) 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (1 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C ®...
  • Page 8 - ASUS Overvoltage Protection - ASUS SafeSlot - ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device Special Features [yellow green]) - ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - Aluminum M.2 heatsink ASUS EZ DIY - BIOS FlashBack™...
  • Page 9 Windows 10 - 64 bit ® System mATX Form Factor Form Factor 9.6 inch x 9.6 inch ( 24.4 cm x 24.4 cm ) Specifications are subject to change without notice. Refer to the ASUS website for the latest specifications.

  • Page 10: Connectors With Shared Bandwidth

    Connectors with shared bandwidth RGB_HEADER1 RGB_HEADER2 Configuration PCIEX16_2 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX1_2 PCIEX1_3 Configuration M.2_2 PCIe 3.0 x4 / SATA SATA6G_56 • PCIE 3.0 X16_2 runs x1 mode when any of the PCIe 3.0 x1 slots is occupied. • M2_2 shares bandwidth with SATA6G_56. When M.2_2 is populated, SATA6G_56 will be disabled.

  • Page 11: Chapter 1 Product Introduction

    Motherboard overview 24.4cm(9.6in) RGB_HEADER1 Place this side towards the rear of the chassis RGB_HEADER2 Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. ASUS TUF GAMING B550-PLUS...
  • Page 12 1.2.1 Layout contents 1. CPU socket The motherboard comes with an AMD Socket AM4 designed for 3 Gen AMD Ryzen™ Processors. For more details, refer to Central Processing Unit (CPU). 2. DDR4 DIMM slots The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) memory modules.
  • Page 13 Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the 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. ASUS TUF GAMING B550-PLUS...
  • Page 14 • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up, check if the addressable RGB LED strip is connected in the correct orientation, and the 5V connector is aligned with the 5V header on the motherboard.
  • Page 15 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. ASUS TUF GAMING B550-PLUS...
  • Page 16 • Chassis intrusion header (2-pin CHASSIS) This header is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect one end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this header. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced.
  • Page 17 3.2 (USB 3.2) port is for USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C devices. ® BIOS FlashBack button. Press the BIOS FlashBack button for three seconds until the FlashBack LED blinks three times, indicating that the BIOS FlashBack function is enabled. ASUS TUF GAMING B550-PLUS...
  • Page 18 USB 3.2 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) ports. These 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices. port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI HDMI connector, and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content.

  • Page 19: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    CPU! Installing the CPU Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. ASUS TUF GAMING B550-PLUS...

  • Page 20: System Memory

    • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load. • Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). Recommended memory configurations DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2* DIMM_A2*...

  • Page 21: M.2 Installation

    The rubber pad installed by default is compatible with double sided M.2 storage devices. • The M.2 heatsink can be installed to either M.2_1 or M.2_2. • The diagrams in this section are for reference only. ASUS TUF GAMING B550-PLUS 1-11...
  • Page 22 The M.2 is purchased separately. 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 23: Chapter 2 Bios And Raid Support

    BIOS and RAID 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 24: Bios Setup Program

    BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen includes 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 25: 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 26: 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 27: Raid Configurations

    For more information on configuring your RAID sets, please refer to the RAID Configuration Guide which you can find at https://www.asus.com/support, or by scanning the QR code. RAID definitions RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel, interleaved stacks.
  • Page 28 Chapter 2: BIOS and RAID Support...

  • Page 29: Appendix

    Appendix Notices FCC Compliance Information Responsible Party: Asus Computer International Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA Phone / Fax No: (510)739-3777 / (510)608-4555 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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.
  • Page 30 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 31 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 32 ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.
  • Page 33 Директив. Повний текст декларації відповідності стандартам ЄС доступний s bitnim zahtjevima i ostalim odgovarajućim odredbama vezanih direktiva. на: www.asus.com/support Cijeli tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na: www.asus.com/support Türkçe AsusTek Computer Inc., bu aygıtın temel gereksinimlerle ve ilişkili Čeština Společnost ASUSTeK Computer Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že Yönergelerin diğer ilgili koşullarıyla uyumlu olduğunu beyan eder.

  • Page 34: 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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