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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.
Contents Safety information ....................... v About this guide ......................vi ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI specifications summary ......vii Connectors with shared bandwidth ................. xi Package contents ...................... xii Installation tools and components ................. xiii Chapter 1: Product Introduction Before you proceed ................... 1-1 Motherboard layout..................
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Appendix Q-Code table ......................A-1 Notices ........................A-5 Warranty ......................... A-16 ASUS contact information ..................A-18 Service and Support ..................... A-18...
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.
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.
ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI specifications summary AMD Socket AM5 for AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series Desktop Processors* * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. Chipset AMD B650 Chipset 4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR5 6400+(OC)/ 6200(OC)/ 6000(OC)/ 5800(OC)/ 5600(OC)/ 5400(OC)/ 5200/ 5000/ 4800 ECC and Non-ECC,...
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ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI specifications summary Rear USB (Total 12 ports) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port (1 x USB Type-C ® 7 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (6 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C ®...
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ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI specifications summary 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector (supports USB Type-C ® 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports...
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Form Factor 12 inch x 9.6 inch (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) • Specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the ASUS website for the latest specifications. • MyASUS offers a variety of support features such as helping to troubleshoot issues, optimizing product performance, integrating ASUS software, and recovery drive creation.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard 1 x ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI motherboard Cables 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables Additional Cooling Kit 1 x Thermal pad for M.2 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas 1 x Cable ties pack 1 x M.2 Q-Latch package...
Installation tools and components Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM5 CPU AMD AM5 compatible CPU Fan DDR5 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) M.2 SSD module (optional) Screws The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
• The pin definitions in this chapter are for reference only. The pin names depend on the location of the header/jumper/connector. • For more information on installing your motherboard, please scan the QR code below: ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI...
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14. Front Panel Audio header 1-17 15. System Panel header 1-18 16. Thermal Sensor header 1-19 17. Thunderbolt™ header 1-20 18. BIOS FlashBack™ LED 1-21 19. 8-Pin Power Plug LED 1-21 20. Q-Code LED 1-22 21. Q-LEDs 1-22 ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI...
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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.
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A DDR5 memory module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, DDR3 or DDR4 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, DDR3 or DDR4 memory module to the DDR5 slot. Recommended memory configurations DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_A2 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 DIMM_B2 ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI...
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(D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL, and memory frequency support depends on the CPU types. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
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Please refer to the following tables for the recommended VGA configuration and Hyper M.2 configuration. Recommended VGA configuration Slot Description Single VGA Dual VGA Triple VGA PCIEX16_1 PCIEX16_2 PCIEX16_3 Connect chassis fans to the chassis fan connectors when using multiple graphics cards for better thermal environment. ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI...
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Additional PCIe bifurcation and M.2 settings for RAID function are also supported when a Hyper M.2 x16 series card is installed. • For full details on the PCIe bifurcation, you may visit the support site at https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/. • The Hyper M.2 x16 series card is sold separately. •...
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For water cooling kits, connect the pump connector to the AIO_PUMP header. Header Max. Current Max. Power Default Speed Shared Control CPU_FAN Q-Fan Controlled CPU_OPT Q-Fan Controlled CHA_FAN1 Q-Fan Controlled CHA_FAN2 Q-Fan Controlled CHA_FAN3 Q-Fan Controlled CHA_FAN4 Q-Fan Controlled CHA_FAN5 Q-Fan Controlled AIO_PUMP Full-Speed ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI...
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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. ATX_12V_1 ATX_12V_2 PIN 1...
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- M.2_4 slot supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode M key design and type 2242/2260/2280 storage devices. • The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. • AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology supports PCIe RAID 0, 1, and 10 configurations. ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI 1-11...
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SATA cable. SATA6G_E12 SATA6G_E34 RSATA_TXP RSATA_TXP RSATA_TXN RSATA_TXN RSATA_RXN RSATA_RXN RSATA_RXP RSATA_RXP 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...
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USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 header provides data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s. U32G1_89 PIN 1 USB3+5V USB3+5V IntA_P8_SSRX- IntA_P9_SSRX- IntA_P8_SSRX+ IntA_P9_SSRX+ IntA_P8_SSTX- IntA_P9_SSTX- IntA_P8_SSTX+ IntA_P9_SSTX+ IntA_P8_D- IntA_P9_D- IntA_P8_D+ IntA_P9_D+ The USB 3.2 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI 1-13...
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USB 2.0 headers The USB 2.0 headers allow you to connect USB modules for additional USB 2.0 ports. The USB 2.0 headers provide data transfer speeds of up to 480 Mb/s. USB_E12 USB_E34 PIN 1 PIN 1 DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately.
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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. ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI 1-15...
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Aura RGB header The Aura RGB header allows you to connect RGB LED strips. RGB_HEADER PIN 1 +12V G R B 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.
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HD Audio. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this header. AAFP PIN 1 HD-audio-compliant pin definition We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability. ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI 1-17...
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System Panel header The System Panel header supports several chassis-mounted functions. PLED PWRSW SPEAKER PANEL CHASSIS PIN 1 HDD_LED RESET PLED • System Power LED header (PLED) The 2-pin and/or 3-1 pin headers 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.
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Connect the thermal sensor and place it on the device or the motherboard’s component to detect its temperature. T_SENSOR PIN 1 The thermal sensor is purchased separately. ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI 1-19...
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Thunderbolt header The Thunderbolt™ header allows you to connect an add-on Thunderbolt™ I/O card that supports Intel®’s Thunderbolt™ Technology, allowing you to connect Thunderbolt™-enabled devices to form a daisy chain-configuration. TB_HEADER PIN 1 • The add-on Thunderbolt™ I/O card and Thunderbolt™ cables are purchased separately.
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Refer to the BIOS update utility section for more information on the feature. 8-pin Power Plug LED The 8-pin Power Plug LED lights up to indicate that the 8-pin power plug is not connected. PLUG_8PIN_PWR ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI 1-21...
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Q-Code LED The Q-Code LED design provides you with a 2-digit error code that displays the system status. Q_CODE • The Q-Code LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case. •...
DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user.
CPU before you install the cooling system, if necessary. We recommend using AM5 compatible coolers with stock AM5 backplate to prevent potential damages to the pins in the socket. CPU heatsink and fan assembly Type 1 ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI...
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CPU heatsink and fan assembly Type 2 When using this type of CPU fan, remove the screws and the retention module only. Do not remove the plate on the bottom. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
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To install an AIO cooler If you wish to install an AIO cooler, we recommend installing the AIO cooler after installing the motherboard into the chassis. AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN CPU_OPT ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI...
Use a Phillips screwdriver when removing or installing the screws or screw stands mentioned in this section. • The M.2 is purchased separately. Remove the screws from the M.2 heatsink. Lift and remove the heatsink. ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI...
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Install your M.2 to your M.2 slot. The steps may differ between installing M.2 of different lengths, please refer to the different types and their installation steps below: • To install an M.2 to M.2_1, M.2_2 and M.2_4 slot For 2280 length Rotate and adjust the M.2 Q-latch so that the handle points away from the M.2 slot.
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Rotate and adjust the M.2 Q-latch so that the handle points away from the M.2 slot. Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot. Rotate the M.2 Q-Latch clockwise to secure the M.2 in place. OPTIONAL ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI...
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For 2242, 2260 length (optional) Remove the M.2 rubber. Follow this step only if you wish to install an M.2 to type 2242. (optional) If required, remove the pre-installed removable M.2 Q-Latch screw at the 2280 length screw hole. Install the M.2 Q-Latch to the M.2 length screw hole you wish to install your M.2 to.
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If the thermal pad on the M.2 heatsink becomes damaged, we recommend replacing it with the bundled thermal pad or a thermal pad with a thickness of 1.25mm. Replace the heatsink. Secure the heatsink using the screws removed previously. ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI 2-11...
2.1.5 Motherboard installation Place the motherboard into the chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis’ rear I/O panel. Place nine (9) 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.
Push the connector until it clicks into place. To install USB 2.0 connector To install USB 3.2 Gen 1 connector USB 2.0 USB 3.2 Gen 1 To install front panel audio connector AAFP ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI 2-15...
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9V devices when the 6-pin PCIe power connector is connected. • The Thunderbolt™ series card is sold separately. • Please visit the official website of your purchased Thunderbolt card for more details on compatibility. ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI 2-17...
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Using the PCIe Slot Q-Release The PCIEX16_1 slot comes with a PCIe Slot Q-Release button allowing you to easily remove an expansion card installed to this PCIe slot, even when the expansion card may be blocking the PCIe push-latch, such as a graphics card. Before installing an expansion card: Pressing the PCIe Slot Q-Release button before installing an expansion card to this slot will ensure the PCIe push-latch is completely pushed down before installation.
2.1.10 Wi-Fi moving antenna installation Installing the ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna Connect the bundled Wi-Fi moving antenna connectors to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. • Ensure that the Wi-Fi moving antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports.
• Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process and results to the system’s failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service Center. Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
For more information on using the BIOS FlashBack™ feature, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/, or by scanning the QR code below. Clear CMOS button The Clear CMOS button located on the rear I/O allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in the CMOS, which contains the date, time, system passwords, and system setup parameters.
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)
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.
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).
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>.
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.
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 Volume provides the ability to link-together storage from one or several disks, regardless of the size of the space on those disks.
CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed Internal CPU error Reset PPI is not available 5C – 5F Reserved for future AMI error codes (continued on the next page) ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI...
Q-Code table Code Description S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL) S3 Boot Script execution Video repost OS S3 wake vector call E4 – E7 Reserved for future AMI progress codes S3 Resume Failed S3 Resume PPI not Found S3 Resume Boot Script Error S3 OS Wake Error...
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Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below) Ready To Boot event Legacy Boot event Exit Boot Services event Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End Legacy Option ROM Initialization System Reset (continued on the next page) ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI...
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Q-Code table Code Description USB hot plug PCI bus hot plug Clean-up of NVRAM Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings) B8– BF Reserved for future AMI codes CPU initialization error System Agent initialization error PCH initialization error Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available PCI resource allocation error.
RF exposure compliance. HDMI Trademark Notice The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI...
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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.
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Tenez cet appareil à distance du ventre des femmes enceintes et du bas-ventre des adolescents. ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI...
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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.
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Accessories that came with this product have been designed and verified for the use in connection with this product. Never use accessories for other products to prevent the risk of electric shock or fire. 安全上のご注意 付属品は当該専用品です。 他の機器には使用しないでください。 機器の破損もしくは、 火災や感 電の原因となることがあります。 ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI...
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ASUSTek Computer Inc. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1206). Full text of UKCA declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. The WiFi operating in the band 5150-5350MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for the country listed below:...
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MHz na Bélgica (BE), Bulgária (BG), Chipre (CY), República Tcheca (CZ), ), Francia (FR), Islanda (IS), Irlanda (IE), Lituania (LT), Germania (DE), Paesi Estônia (EE), França (FR), Islândia (IS), Irlanda (IE), Lituânia (LT), Alemanha Bassi (NL), Spagna (ES). (DE), Países Baixos (NL), Espanha (ES). ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI A-11...
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Käesolevaga kinnitab ASUSTek Computer Inc, et seade vastab direktiivi zahtjevima i ostalim odgovarajućim odredbama direktive 2014/53/EU. Cijeli 2014/53/EÜ olulistele nõuetele ja teistele asjakohastele sätetele. EL tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na https://www.asus.com/support/. vastavusdeklaratsiooni täistekst on saadaval veebisaidil https://www.asus.com/support/.
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(IE), Lietuvā (LT), Vācijā (DE), Nīderlandē (NL), Spānijā (ES). 5945 a 6425 MHz na Bélgica (BE), Bulgária (BG), Chipre (CY), República Checa (CZ), Estónia (EE), França (FR), Islândia (IS), Irlanda (IE), Lituânia (LT), Alemanha (DE), Países Baixos (NL), Espanha (ES). ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI A-13...
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Direktive 2014/53/EU. Polno 5150-5350 MHz arasındaki WiFi çalışması, tabloda listelenen ülkeler için iç besedilo izjave EU o skladnosti je na voljo na https://www.asus.com/support/. mekân kullanımıyla kısıtlanacaktır. WiFi, ki deluje v pasovnem območju 5150–5350 MHz, mora biti v državah, Düşük Güç...
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WI-FI 6E MT7922A22M (Model: MT7922A22M): Function Frequency Maximum Output Power (EIRP) 2412-2472MHz 18.66 dBm 5150-5250MHz 19.17 dBm WiFi 5470-5725MHz 18.38 dBm 5725-5850MHz 10.03 dBm 5955-6415MHz 20.08 dBm Bluetooth 2402-2480MHz 14.08 dBm * Receiver category 1 ROG STRIX B650E-E GAMING WIFI A-15...
• 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. •...
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• 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.