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  • Page 1 PRIME B550M-K ARGB...
  • 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 B550M-K ARGB specifications summary ............ vi Chapter 1: Product Introduction Before you proceed ..................1-1 Motherboard overview ................. 1-2 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 (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: Package Contents

    PRIME B550M-K ARGB specifications summary AMD Socket AM4 for AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 5000 G-Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors* * Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. Chipset AMD B550 Chipset 2 x DIMM slots, Max. 64GB, DDR4 Un-buffered Memory* Dual Channel Memory Architecture * ECC Memory (ECC mode) support varies by CPU.
  • Page 7 PRIME B550M-K ARGB specifications summary Rear USB (Total 6 ports) 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5G) ports (4 x Type-A) 2 x USB 2.0 ports (2 x Type-A) Front USB (Total 7 ports) 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5G) connector (supports USB Type-C ®...
  • Page 8 PRIME B550M-K ARGB specifications summary ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - DIGI+ VRM - LANGuard - Overvoltage Protection - SafeSlot Core - Stainless-Steel Back I/O ASUS Q-Design Special Features - Q-DIMM - Q-LED Core - Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - Aluminum heatsink design...
  • Page 9 • Specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the ASUS website for the latest specifications. • For more information on downloading and installing drivers and utilities for your motherboard, please scan the code below:...

  • Page 11: Chapter 1: Product Introduction

    • 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 code below: PRIME B550M-K ARGB...

  • Page 12: Motherboard Overview

    Motherboard overview 22.1cm(8.7in) ATX_12V DIGI+ KBMS_USB_56 CPU_FAN HDMI BATTERY U32G1_56 128Mb LAN_U32G1_34 BIOS AUDIO M.2_1(SOCKET3) PCIEX1 PCIE SATA 4.0 X4 2280 2260 2242 Ethernet PCIEX16 Super B550 22110 2280 2260 2242 M.2_2(SOCKET3) COM_DEBUG PCIE SATA 3.0 X4 SPEAKER SPDIF_OUT ADD_GEN 2_2 Audio SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 CHA_FAN2...
  • Page 13 The USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C connector provides data ® RX1- RX2+ RX1+ RX2- transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s. TX1- TX1+ VBUS The USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C module is purchased separately. ® PRIME B550M-K ARGB...
  • Page 14 USB 3.2 Gen 1 9. USB 3.2 Gen 1 header PIN 1 USB3+5V The USB 3.2 Gen 1 header allows you to connect a USB 3.2 Gen 1 USB3+5V IntA_P1_SSRX- IntA_P2_SSRX- IntA_P1_SSRX+ module for additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 IntA_P2_SSRX+ IntA_P1_SSTX- IntA_P2_SSTX-...
  • Page 15 SPI_TPM_CS# SPI_BIOS_WP# securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. SPI_PWR A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects SPI_CS0#_R SPI_CLK SPI_MISO SPI_MOSI digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. SPI_HOLD#_R The TPM module is purchased separately. PRIME B550M-K ARGB...
  • Page 16 18. System Panel header F_PANEL This header supports several chassis-mounted functions. +PWR_LED- PWR_BTN • System Power LED header (+PWR_LED-) The 2-pin header allows 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 PIN 1 system is in sleep mode.
  • Page 17 Pink Center/Subwoofer Center/Subwoofer (Rear panel) Lime Side Speaker Out (Front panel) Pink (Front panel) To configure a 7.1-channel audio output: Use a chassis with HD audio module in the front panel to support a 7.1-channel audio output. PRIME B550M-K ARGB...

  • Page 18: Central Processing Unit (Cpu)

    Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AMD Socket AM4 designed for AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 5000 G-Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series Desktop Processors. Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU. The AM4 socket has a different pinout design. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM4 socket.

  • Page 19: System Memory

    Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information please refer to CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/. Recommended memory configurations DIMM_A DIMM_A DIMM_B DIMM_B PRIME B550M-K ARGB...
  • Page 20 Installing a DIMM To remove a DIMM 1-10 Chapter 1: Product introduction...

  • Page 21: 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 22: 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 23: 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 24: 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 25: Raid Configurations

    RAIDABLE, RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 (depends on system licensing) 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 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.
  • Page 26 Chapter 2: BIOS and RAID Support...

  • Page 27: 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 28 France sorting and recycling information À DÉPOSER À DÉPOSER Cet appareil EN MAGASIN EN DÉCHÈTERIE et ses accessoires se recyclent Points de collecte sur www.quefairedemesdechets.fr Privilégiez la répara�on ou le don de votre appareil ! 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).
  • Page 29 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 30 Français AsusTek Computer Inc. déclare par la présente que cet appareil est conforme aux critères essentiels et autres clauses pertinentes des directives concernées. La déclaration de conformité de l’UE peut être téléchargée à partir du site Internet suivant : www.asus.com/support.

  • Page 31: 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 32 • 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 33: Asus Contact Information

    Address: 1F., No. 15, Lide Rd., Beitou Dist., Taipei City 112 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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