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  • Page 1 PRIME B350M-K...
  • 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 ..................iv Package contents ..................vi PRIME B350M-K specifications summary ..........vi Chapter 1 : Product introduction Before you proceed ..............1-1 Motherboard overview ..............1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ..........1-10 System memory .................

  • 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 Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites 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

    2 x DIMMs, max. 32GB, DDR4 2400/2133 MHz, non-ECC un-buffered memory Dual-channel memory architecture * Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). Integrated AMD Radeon™ R Series Graphics in the 7th Generation A-series APU Multi-VGA output support: DVI-D, and D-Sub ports...
  • Page 7 Dependable Stability ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - ASUS SafeSlot Core: Fortified PCIe Slot prevents damage - ASUS LANGuard: Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes and static- electricity discharges! - ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design - ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O: 3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability!
  • Page 8 1 x System panel connector 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, BIOS features My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial...

  • Page 9: Chapter 1 : Product Introduction

    PCIEX1_2 SPEAKER SATA6G_4 USB3_12 CLRTC USB34 USB56 AAFP F_PANEL SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_3 14 13 Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. ASUS PRIME B350M-K...
  • Page 10 +3 Volts +3 Volts requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended PIN 1 Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/ PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.
  • Page 11 Due to CPU limitation, M.2 socket supported varies by processor. Refer to the specifications summary table for more details. AMD B350 SATA 6.0Gb/s ports (7-pin SATA6G_1~4) SATA6G These ports connect to SATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via SATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. RSATA_TXP RSATA_TXN RSATA_RXN RSATA_RXP ASUS PRIME B350M-K...
  • Page 12 System panel connector (10-1 pin PANEL) F_PANEL This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin PWR_LED) +PWR LED PWR BTN This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
  • Page 13 Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]. If you want to connect an AC’97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. By default, this connector is set to [HD]. ASUS PRIME B350M-K...
  • Page 14 PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots This motherboard has two PCI Express 2.0 x1 slots that support PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications. PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot This motherboard supports one PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 graphic card that complies with the PCI Express specifications.
  • Page 15 When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support “Share IRQ” or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable. ASUS PRIME B350M-K...
  • Page 16 1.2.2 Rear panel connectors PS/2 mouse (green) port. This port is for a PS/2 mouse. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for a VGA monitor or other VGA-compatible devices. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports. These four 9-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 3.1 Gen 1 devices.
  • Page 17 DVI-D port. This port is for any DVI-D compatible device. DVI-D can not be converted to output from RGB Signal to CRT and is not compatible with DVI-I. PS/2 keyboard (purple) port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard. ASUS PRIME B350M-K...

  • Page 18: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AMD AM4 socket designed for AMD Ryzen™ / 7th Generation A-series / Athlon™ 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.
  • Page 19 Installing the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Type 1 Type 2 Remove the screws and the retention module only. Do not remove the plate on the bottom. ASUS PRIME B350M-K 1-11...

  • Page 20: System Memory

    Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (2 DIMMs). • Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) Recommended memory configurations 1-12 Chapter 1: Product introduction...
  • Page 21 Installing a DIMM To remove a DIMM ASUS PRIME B350M-K 1-13...
  • Page 22 1-14 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 23: Chapter 2 : Bios Information

    Managing and updating your BIOS Save a copy of the original motherboard BIOS file to a USB flash disk in case you need to restore the BIOS in the future. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility.
  • Page 24 2.1.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. • Ensure that you load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu.
  • Page 25 2.1.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 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 the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file.
  • Page 26 On the BIOS Updater screen, press <Tab> to switch from Files panel to Drives panel then select D:. ASUSTeK BIOS Updater for DOS V1.31 [2014/08/01] Current ROM Update ROM BOARD: PRIME B350M-K BOARD: Unknown VER: 0216 (H :00 B :00)

  • Page 27: Bios Setup Program

    The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this • motherboard.
  • Page 28 2.2.1 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 <F7>.
  • Page 29 Q-Fan control MyFavorite Hot Keys Language Menu bar Searches Scroll bar Sub-menu item Configuration fields General help Menu items Goes back to EZ Mode Pop-up window Last modified Displays the CPU settings temperature, CPU and memory voltage output ASUS PRIME B350M-K...
  • Page 30 Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: My Favorites For saving the frequently-used system settings and configuration Main For changing the basic system configuration Ai Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Advanced For changing the advanced system settings For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the Monitor...
  • Page 31 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. ASUS PRIME B350M-K...

  • Page 32: Exit Menu

    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. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus.

  • Page 33: Appendix

    The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. ASUS PRIME B350M-K...
  • Page 34 IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. 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 35 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 36 доступний 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 toto Yönergelerin diğer ilgili koşullarıyla uyumlu olduğunu beyan eder.

  • Page 37: Asus Contact Information

    +1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax...
  • Page 38 800 Corporate Way, Fremont Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : PRIME B350M-K Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...

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