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  • Page 1 TUF GAMING B460M-PLUS (Wi-Fi)
  • 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

    Chapter 3: BIOS and RAID Support Knowing BIOS .................... 3-1 BIOS setup program .................. 3-2 EZ Update ....................3-2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 ..................3-3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ................3-4 RAID configurations .................. 3-5 Appendix Notices ........................A-1 ASUS contact information ..................A-8...

  • 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: Tuf Gaming B460M-Plus (Wi-Fi) Specifications Summary

    Core™ i9/i7 CPUs support 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). 1 x DisplayPort 1.4* 1 x DVI-D 1 x HDMI™ 1.4b Graphics * Graphics specfications may vary between CPU types.
  • Page 7 2 x USB 2.0 port(s) (2 x Type-A) 1 x DisplayPort 1 x DVI-D port 1 x HDMI™ port Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi Module 1 x Intel I219-V 1Gb Ethernet port ® 3 x Audio jacks...
  • Page 8 - SafeSlot Core+ - ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O ASUS Q-Design Special Features - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green]) - ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - Aluminum M.2 heatsink - Aluminum heatsink design...
  • Page 9 10 - 64 bit Operating System ® Micro-ATX 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. Please refer to the ASUS website for the latest specifications.

  • Page 10: Connectors With Shared Bandwidth

    Connectors with shared bandwidth Configuration PCIEX16_1 PCIEX16_2 Configuration M.2_1 V (SATA mode) V (PCIe mode) SATA_1 M.2_1 shares bandwidth with SATA6G_1. When M.2_1 runs SATA mode, SARA6G_1 will be disabled.

  • Page 11: Package Contents

    1 x M.2 Rubber Package(s) Miscellaneous 1 x M.2 SSD screw package (2-in-1 package) 1 x TUF Gaming sticker 1 x ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas Installation Media 1 x Support DVD 1 x TUF Certification card Documentation 1 x User manual If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

  • 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

    Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component. • Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity.

  • Page 14: Motherboard Layout

    Motherboard layout Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 15 Layout contents Page 1. CPU socket 2. DIMM slots 3. Expansion slots 4. Fan and Pump headers 5. Power connectors 1-10 6. M.2 slot 1-11 7. SATA 6GB/s ports 1-12 8. USB 3.2 Gen 1 header 1-13 9. USB 2.0 header 1-13 10.
  • 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 DIMM slots The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) memory modules. 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 TUF GAMING B460M-PLUS (Wi-Fi)
  • Page 18 (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • Double Capacity DRAM support depends oh the DRAM Models. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 19 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Please refer to the following table for the recommended VGA configuration. TUF GAMING B460M-PLUS (Wi-Fi)
  • Page 20 Recommended VGA configuration Slot Description Single VGA Dual VGA PCIe 3.0 x16_1 PCIe 3.0 x16_2 • We recommend that you provide sufficient power when running CrossFireX™ mode. • Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug when running CrossFireX™ mode. • Connect a chassis fan to the chassis fan connectors when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment.
  • Page 21 Fan and Pump headers The Fan and Pump headers allow you to connect fans or pumps to cool the system. • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan headers. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan headers! •...
  • Page 22 Power connectors These Power connectors allow you to connect your motherboard to a power supply. The power supply plugs are designed to fit in only one orientation, find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the power supply plugs are fully inserted. Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug.
  • Page 23 M.2 slot The M.2 slot allows you to M.2 SSD modules. • M.2_1 slot supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA mode Key M design and type 2242 / 2260/ 2280 storage devices. • M.2_2 slot supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode Key M design and type 2242 / 2260/ 2280 / 22110 storage devices.
  • Page 24 SATA6G_1 shares bandwidth with M.2_1. When M.2_1 runs SATA mode, SATA6G_1 will be disabled. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to the RAID Configuration Guide. You can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-12...
  • Page 25 USB 3.2 Gen 1 header The USB 3.2 Gen 1 header allows you to connect a USB 3.2 Gen 1 module for additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 header provides data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 module is purchased separately.
  • Page 26 AURA Addressable Gen2 header The Addressable Gen2 header allows 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 AURA RGB header The AURA RGB header allows you to connect RGB LED strips. The AURA RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V). 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.
  • 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. 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 COM Port connector The COM (Serial) Port connector allows you to connect a COM port module. Connect the COM port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening on the system chassis. The COM port module is purchased separately. Front Panel Audio header The front panel audio header is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio.
  • Page 30 S/PDIF Out header The S/PDIF Out header allows you to connect the Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/ PDIF) Out module. The S/PDIF module is purchased separately. Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-18...
  • Page 31 System Panel header The System Panel header supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System Power LED connector (PLED) The 2-pin and/or 3-1 pin connectors allow you to connect the System Power LED. The System Power LED lights up when the system is connected to a power source, or when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
  • Page 32 Q-LEDs The Q-LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA, and booting devices) during the motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the critical component’s LED stays lit up until the problem is solved. The Q-LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting.

  • Page 33: 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. TUF GAMING B460M-PLUS (Wi-Fi)
  • Page 34 Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 35: 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 TUF GAMING B460M-PLUS (Wi-Fi)

  • Page 36: Dimm Installation

    2.1.3 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 37: Installation

    2.1.4 M.2 installation • The M.2 rubber pad is optional for when installing a single sided M.2 storage device. Ensure to install the bundled M.2 rubber pad before installing your single sided M.2 storage device. • DO NOT install the bundled M.2 rubber pads when installing a OPTIONAL double-sided M.2 storage device.

  • Page 38: Motherboard Installation

    2.1.5 Motherboard installation Install the bundled I/O Shield to the chassis rear I/O panel. Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
  • Page 39 Place eight (8) 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. TUF GAMING B460M-PLUS (Wi-Fi)

  • Page 40: Atx Power Connection

    2.1.6 ATX power connection Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug. 2.1.7 SATA device connection Chapter 2: Basic Installation...

  • Page 41: Front I/O Connector

    2.1.8 Front I/O connector To install front panel connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP To install USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB 2.0 TUF GAMING B460M-PLUS (Wi-Fi)

  • Page 42: Expansion Card Installation

    2.1.9 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-10...

  • Page 43: Wi-Fi Antenna Installation

    2.1.10 Wi-Fi antenna installation Installing the ASUS 2x2 dual band W-Fi antenna Connect the bundled ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antenna connector to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. • Ensure that the ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports.

  • Page 44: Motherboard Rear And Audio Connections

    Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection Rear panel connectors PS/2 mouse/keyboard combo port DVI-D port Intel I219-V 1Gb Ethernet port* ® USB 2.0 ports 9 and 10 DisplayPort HDMI™ port Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax), Bluetooth V5.1 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 3 and 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 1 and 2 Audio jacks** * and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions.
  • Page 45 * Intel I219-V 1Gb Ethernet port LED indications ® Activity Link LED Speed LED ACT/LINK SPEED Status Description Status Description No link 10 Mbps connection Orange Linked Orange 100 Mbps connection Blinking LAN port Data activity Green 1 Gbps connection ** Audio 2, 4, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration Headset Port...

  • Page 46: 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 2-14...
  • Page 47 Connect to 4-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers TUF GAMING B460M-PLUS (Wi-Fi) 2-15...
  • Page 48 Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-16...

  • Page 49: 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 50 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-18...

  • Page 51: Chapter 3: 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 52: Bios Setup Program

    BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen 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 53: 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 54: Asus Crashfree Bios 3

    The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at https://www.asus.com/support/ and save it to a USB flash drive.

  • Page 55: 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 56 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup...

  • Page 57: Appendix

    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 Identification of the assembled product: INTEL WI-FI 6 AX200 ® Identification of the modular components used in the assembly:...
  • Page 58 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 59 Google™ License Terms Copyright© 2020 Google Inc. All Rights Reserved. Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the “License”); you may not use this file except in compliance with the License. You may obtain a copy of the License at: http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0 Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software distributed under the License is distributed on an “AS IS”...
  • Page 60 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 61 DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in municipal waste.
  • Page 62 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 63 Por la presente, ASUSTek Computer Inc. declara que este dispositivo cumple los requisitos básicos y otras disposiciones pertinentes de la directiva 2014/53/EU. En https://www.asus.com/support/ está disponible el texto completo de la declaración de conformidad para la UE. La conexión WiFi con una frecuencia de funcionamiento de 5150-5350 MHz se restringirá...

  • Page 64: 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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