Summary of Contents for ASROCK B650M PG Riptide WiFi
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Chapter 1 Introduction Package Contents Specifications Motherboard Layout I/O Panel Block Diagram 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas Chapter 2 Installation Installing the CPU Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) Connecting the Front Panel Header...
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• Supports DDR5 ECC/non-ECC, un-buffered memory up to 6200+(OC)* • Max. capacity of system memory: 128GB • Supports Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) and EXTended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO) memory modules * Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock's website for more information. (http://www.asrock.com/) Expansion CPU: Slot • 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x16 mode*...
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B650M PG Riptide WiFi Audio • 7.1 CH HD Audio (Realtek ALC897 Audio Codec) • Nahimic Audio • 2.5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500 Mb/s • Dragon RTL8125BG • Supports Phantom Gaming LAN Software - Smart Auto Adjust Bandwidth Control - Visual User Friendly UI...
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• 1 x Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode* • 4 x SATA3 6.0 Gb/s Connectors * Supports NVMe SSD as boot disks * Supports ASRock U.2 Kit RAID • Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for SATA storage devices • Supports RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 for M.2 NVMe stor-...
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• ErP/EuP ready (ErP/EuP ready power supply is required) tions * For detailed product information, please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com Please realize that there is a certain risk involved with overclocking, including adjusting the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technology, or using third-party overclocking tools.
1.4 I/O Panel No. Description No. Description 2.5G LAN RJ-45 Port* USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Port Line In (Light Blue)** (USB32_1) Front Speaker (Lime)** USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-C Port Microphone (Pink)** (USB32_TC1) Antenna Ports BIOS Flashback Button USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Ports HDMI Port (USB32_23)*** DisplayPort 1.4...
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B650M PG Riptide WiFi *There are two LEDs on each LAN port. Please refer to the table below for the LAN port LED indications. ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED LAN Port Activity / Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description...
B650M PG Riptide WiFi 1.6 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6E + BT Module This motherboard comes with an exclusive 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax Wi-Fi 6E + BT module that offers support for 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax Wi-Fi 6E connectivity standards and Bluetooth.
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WiFi Antennas Installation Guide Step 1 Prepare the WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas that come with the package. Step 2 Connect the two WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas to the antenna connectors. Turn the antenna clockwise until it is securely connected. Step 3 Set the WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antenna as shown in the illustration.
B650M PG Riptide WiFi Chapter 2 Installation This is a Micro ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard fits into it. Pre-installation Precautions Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings.
2.1 Installing the CPU 1. Before you insert the 1718-Pin CPU into the socket, please check if the PnP cap is on the socket, if the CPU surface is unclean, or if there are any bent pins in the socket. Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket if above situation is found.
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B650M PG Riptide WiFi Carefully place the CPU in as flat as possible. Do not drop it.
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Make sure the CPU is aligned with the socket before locking it into place. Make sure the black cover plate is always in place until it pops off when closing the socket lever. Please save the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service.
B650M PG Riptide WiFi 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink After you install the CPU into this motherboard, it is necessary to install a larger heatsink and cooling fan to dissipate heat. You also need to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink to improve heat dissipation.
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B650M PG Riptide WiFi Installing the CPU Cooler (Type 2)
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B650M PG Riptide WiFi +12V *The illustrations shown here are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match the model you purchase.
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+12V Please note that only one cable should be used at a time in this step. If you select RGB_LED1, please install ASRock utility "ASRock Polychrome SYNC". If you select USB connector, please install AMD utility "SR3 Settings Software". *The illustrations shown here are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match...
2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR5 (Double Data Rate 5) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1. For dual channel configuration, you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR5 DIMM pairs. 2.
2.4 Connecting the Front Panel Header Front Panel Wires System Panel Header Power SW (-) RESET SW (+) Power SW (+) RESET SW (-) Power LED (-) HDD LED (-) Power LED (+) HDD LED (+) PANEL1...
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B650M PG Riptide WiFi Expansion Slots (PCIe Slots) There are 4 PCI Express slots on the motherboard. Before installing an expansion card, please make sure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card before you start the installation.
B650M PG Riptide WiFi 2.11 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “Short”. If no jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is “Open”.
2.12 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard. System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.6, No.
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B650M PG Riptide WiFi Power LED and Speaker Header (7-pin SPK_PLED1) (see p.6, No. 16) Please connect the chassis power LED and the chassis speaker to this header. SPK_PLED1 SPEAKER DUMMY DUMMY PLED+ PLED+ PLED- Serial ATA3 Connectors Vertical: (SATA3_1) (see p.6, No. 10) (SATA3_2) (see p.6, No.
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USB 2.0 Headers (9-pin USB_5_6) (see p.6, No. 21) (9-pin USB_7_8) (see p.6, No. 22) There are two headers on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports. USB_5_6 USB_PWR DUMMY USB_PWR USB_7_8 USB_PWR DUMMY USB_PWR...
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B650M PG Riptide WiFi USB 3.2 Gen1 Headers (19-pin USB32_4_5) (see p.6, No. 12) (19-pin USB32_6_7) (see p.6, No. 18) There are two headers on this motherboard. Each USB 3.2 Gen1 header can support two ports. USB32_4_5 Vbus Vbus Vbus...
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Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (20-pin USB32_TC2) (see p.6, No. 9) There is one Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen1 Header on this motherboard. This header is used for connecting a USB 3.2 Gen1 module for additional USB 3.2 Gen1 ports.
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B650M PG Riptide WiFi Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN1/WP) (see p.6, No. 24) (4-pin CHA_FAN2/WP) (see p.6, No. 23) (4-pin CHA_FAN3/WP) (see p.6, No. 20) This motherboard provides three 4-Pin water cooling chassis fan connectors. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin chassis water cooler fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3.
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CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.6, No. 3) This motherboard provides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3. CPU_FAN1 +12V CPU_F AN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CPU/Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN2/WP) (see p.6, No.
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B650M PG Riptide WiFi ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.6, No. 8) This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 13. ATXPWR1 ATX 12V Power Connector (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.6, No.
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ATX 12V Power Connector (4-pin ATX12V2) (see p.6, No. 2) Please connect an ATX 12V power supply to this connector. *The power supply plug fits into this connector in only one orientation. *Connecting an ATX 12V 4-pin cable to ATX12V2 is optional. *For advanced overclocking we suggest using this connector together with ATX12V1.
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(5-pin TB1) (see p.6, No. 27) Please connect a Thunderbolt add-in card (AIC) to the Thunderbolt AIC connector via the GPIO cable. *Please install the Thunderbolt AIC card to PCIE4 (default slot). *For the Thunderbolt compatibility and limitation, please visit www.asrock.com.
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RGB LED Header (4-pin RGB_LED1) (see p.6, No. 7) This RGB header is used to connect RGB LED extension cable which allow users to choose from various LED lighting effects. Caution: Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged.
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B650M PG Riptide WiFi Addressable LED Headers (3-pin ADDR_LED1) (see p.6, No. 25) (3-pin ADDR_LED2) (see p.6, No. 26) (3-pin ADDR_LED3) (see p.6, No. 6) These headers are used to connect Addressable LED extension cables which allow users to choose from various LED lighting effects.
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1. Never install the RGB LED cable in the wrong orientation; otherwise, the cable may be damaged. 2. Before installing or removing your RGB LED cable, please power off your system and unplug the power cord from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause damages to motherboard components.
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B650M PG Riptide WiFi 2.13 Smart Button The motherboard has a smart button: BIOS Flashback Button, allowing users to flash the BIOS. BIOS Flashback Button (BIOS_FB1) (see p.8, No. 9) BIOS Flashback Button allows users to flash the BIOS. BIOS_FB1...
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ASRock BIOS Flashback feature allows you to update BIOS without powering on the system, even without CPU. Before using the BIOS Flashback function, please suspend BitLocker and any encryption or security relying on the TPM. Make sure that you have already stored and backup-ed the recovery key.
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B650M PG Riptide WiFi 2.14 Post Status Checker Post Status Checker (PSC) diagnoses the computer when users power on the machine. It emits a red light to indicate whether the CPU, memory, VGA or storage is dysfunctional. The lights go off if the four mentioned above are function- ing normally.
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2.15 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_1) The M.2 is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Blazing M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M) supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode. Installing the M.2 SSD Module Step 1 Prepare a M.2 SSD module.
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B650M PG Riptide WiFi Step 3 Before installing a M.2 SSD module, please loosen the screws to remove the M.2 heatsink. *Please remove the protective films on the bottom side of the M.2 heatsink before you install a M.2 SSD module.
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Step 6 Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module into place. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module. NUT2 NUT1 Skip Step 6 if your M.2 SSD module is Type 2280. Step 7 Before securing the M.2 heatsink, make sure to align the notch on the SSD to the standoff on the...
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B650M PG Riptide WiFi Step 8 Tighten the screws with a screwdriver to secure the module (if your M.2 SSD module is Type 2280) and M.2 heatsink into place in the order shown. Tighten screw opposite the M.2 connector first (2), and then tighten the one next to the M.2...
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2.16 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_2) The M.2 is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M), supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode. Installing the M.2 SSD Module Step 1 Prepare a M.2 SSD module and the...
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B650M PG Riptide WiFi Step 3 Move the standoff based on the module type and length. The standoff is placed at the nut location B by default. Skip Step 3 and 4 and go straight to Step 5 if you are going to use the default nut.
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If you require assistance please call ASRock Tel : +886-2-28965588 ext.123 (Standard International call charges apply)
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Operations in the 5.15-5.35GHz band are restricted to indoor usage only. Radio transmit power per transceiver type Function Frequency Maximum Output Power (EIRP) 2400-2483.5 MHz 18.5 + / -1.5 dbm 5150-5250 MHz 21.5 + / -1.5 dbm 18.5 + / -1.5 dbm (no TPC) 5250-5350 MHz WiFi 21.5 + / -1.5 dbm (TPC)
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