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  • Page 1 PRIME B660M-A D4...
  • 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 PRIME B660M-A D4 specifications summary ............vi Chapter 1 Product Introduction Before you proceed ..................1-1 Motherboard overview ................. 1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ..............1-8 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: 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

    Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) ® OptiMem II * Actual Memory data rate depends on the CPU types and DRAM modules, for more information refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 1 x DisplayPort** 2 x HDMI ports*** ®...
  • Page 7 PRIME B660M-A D4 specifications summary Total supports 2 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports* Intel Gen Processors ® M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 - Intel Gen processors support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode ® Intel B660 Chipset** ®...
  • Page 8 PRIME B660M-A D4 specifications summary Storage related 2 x M.2 slots (Key M) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 headers support additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector (supports USB Type-C ®...
  • Page 9 11 64-bit ® Operating System Windows 10 64-bit ® 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 11: Before You Proceed

    AAFP USB_56 Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. The pin definitions are for reference only and are subject to change. PRIME B660M-A D4...
  • Page 12 1.2.1 Layout contents 1. CPU socket The motherboard comes with a surface mount Intel Socket LGA1700 designed for 12 ® Intel Core™, Pentium Gold and Celeron 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 5V connector is aligned with the 5V header on the motherboard. • The addressable RGB LED strip will only light up when the system is powered on. • The addressable RGB LED strip is purchased separately. PRIME B660M-A D4...
  • Page 14 12. AURA RGB headers The RGB headers allow you to connect RGB LED strips. The RGB headers support 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V), and no longer than 3m. 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.
  • 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. PRIME B660M-A D4...
  • 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 Lime (front panel) jack will support headphone, and Pink (front panel) jack will support Side Speaker Out. A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1-channel audio output. PRIME B660M-A D4...

  • Page 18: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    CPU designed for LGA1155, LGA1156, LGA1151, and LGA1200 sockets on the LGA1700 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. Installing the CPU...
  • Page 19 PRIME B660M-A D4...

  • Page 20: System Memory

    (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists), and data rate support depends on the CPU types. Recommended memory configurations...
  • Page 21 Installing a DIMM To remove a DIMM PRIME B660M-A D4 1-11...

  • Page 22: Installation

    M.2 installation OPTIONAL • This 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 double-sided M.2 storage device.

  • 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 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 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 Yönergelerin diğer ilgili koşullarıyla uyumlu olduğunu beyan eder. AB Cijeli tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na: www.asus.com/support uygunluk bildiriminin tam metni şu adreste bulunabilir: Čeština Společnost ASUSTeK Computer Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že www.asus.com/support...

  • Page 34: 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 35 • ASUS tilbyr som produsent en frivillig kommersiell garanti. • Bảo hành thương mại này của ASUS được cung cấp độc lập và ngoài • ASUS forbeholder seg retten til å tolke bestemmelsene i ASUS sin Bảo đảm pháp lý theo luật định và không có cách nào ảnh hưởng đến kommersielle garanti.

  • Page 36: Asus Contact Information

    Address: 1F., No. 15, Lide Rd., Beitou Dist., Taipei City 112, Taiwan ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America) Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address: Harkortstrasse 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany ASUSTeK (UK) LIMITED Address: 1st Floor, Sackville House, 143-149 Fenchurch Street, London, EC3M 6BL,...

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