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Asus ZenWiFi Pro ET12 2PK Quick Start Manual

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User Manual of Product 1:
Asus ROG Strix B550-F Gaming WiFi II AMD AM4 (3rd Gen
Ryzen) ATX Gaming Motherboard (PCIe 4.0,WiFi 6E, 2.5Gb
LAN, BIOS Flashback, HDMI 2.1, Addressable Gen 2 RGB
Header and Aura Sync)
User Manual of Product 2:
ASUS ZenWiFi Pro AXE11000 Tri-Band WiFi 6E Mesh System
(ET12 2PK) - Whole Home Coverage up to 6000 Sq.Ft & 6+
Rooms, Dual 2.5G Ports, 6GHz Band, AiMesh, Included
Lifetime Internet Security, Easy Setup

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  • Page 1 User Manual of Product 1: Asus ROG Strix B550-F Gaming WiFi II AMD AM4 (3rd Gen Ryzen) ATX Gaming Motherboard (PCIe 4.0,WiFi 6E, 2.5Gb LAN, BIOS Flashback, HDMI 2.1, Addressable Gen 2 RGB Header and Aura Sync) User Manual of Product 2: ASUS ZenWiFi Pro AXE11000 Tri-Band WiFi 6E Mesh System (ET12 2PK) - Whole Home Coverage up to 6000 Sq.Ft &...
  • Page 2 ROG STRIX B550-F GAMING WIFI II...
  • Page 3 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 4 Turning off the computer ................ 2-20 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...
  • Page 5 Appendix Notices ........................A-1 Warranty ........................A-8 ASUS contact information ..................A-10 Service and Support ..................... A-10...
  • Page 6 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 7 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 8 4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 5100(O.C)/4866(O.C.)/4600(O.C)/4466(O.C.)/4400(O.C)/4266(O.C.)/ 4133(O.C.)/4000(O.C.)/3866(O.C.)/3600(O.C.)/3466(O.C.)/ 3200/3000/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz, Un-buffered Memory * * ECC memory (ECC mode) support varies by CPU. * Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). 1 x DisplayPort 1.2* Graphics 1 x HDMI ®...
  • Page 9 2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (1 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C ® 4 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (4 x Type-A) 2 x USB 2.0 ports 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi Module 1 x DisplayPort Back Panel I/O Ports 1 x HDMI port ®...
  • Page 10 1 x 20-3 pin System Panel header with Chassis intrude function 1 x Thermal Sensor header 1 x Thunderbolt™ header ASUS Q-Design - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-LED (DRAM [yellow],CPU [red], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green) - ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - M.2 heatsink...
  • Page 11 10 - 64 bit, Windows 11 64-bit Operating System ® ® ATX Form Factor 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.
  • Page 12 Connectors with shared bandwidth FLBK_LED1 RGB_HEADER1 CPU_FAN CPU_OPT BIOS_FLBK EATX12V_2 EATX12V_1 U2_56U32G1_78 DIGI+ U32G2_C6 U32G2_5 BOOT LAN_U32G1_34 DRAM HDMI M.2(WIFI) AUDIO Intel ® I225V 256Mb BIOS 2280 2260 2242 22110 PCIEX16_1 B550 Super BATTERY PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16_2 PCIEX1_2 AURA 22110 2280 2260 2242 PCIEX1_3...
  • Page 13 1 x ROG STRIX B550-F GAMING WIFI II motherboard 1 x Addressable RGB extension cable Cables 4 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas 1 x Cable ties pack 1 x M.2 Rubber Package Miscellaneous 1 x M.2 SSD screw package...
  • Page 14 Installation tools and components Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis Power supply unit AMD AM4 CPU AMD AM4/AM3 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 15 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 16 Motherboard layout 24.4cm(9.6in) FLBK_LED1 RGB_HEADER1 CPU_FAN CPU_OPT BIOS_FLBK EATX12V_2 EATX12V_1 U2_56U32G1_78 DIGI+ U32G2_C6 U32G2_5 BOOT LAN_U32G1_34 DRAM HDMI M.2(WIFI) AUDIO Intel ® I225V 256Mb BIOS 2280 2260 2242 22110 PCIEX16_1 B550 Super BATTERY PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16_2 PCIEX1_2 AURA 22110 2280 2260 2242 PCIEX1_3 COM_DEBUG...
  • Page 17 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 slots (SOCKET 3) 1-11 7. SATA 6Gb/s ports 1-12 8. USB 3.2 Gen 1 header 1-13 9. USB 2.0 headers 1-14 10.
  • Page 18 CPU socket The motherboard comes with an AMD Socket AM4 designed for AMD Ryzen™ 5000 and 3000 Series/ 5000 and 4000 G-Series Desktop Processors. SOCKET AM4 The AM4 socket has a different pinout design. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM4 socket.
  • Page 19 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 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2*...
  • Page 20 (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules. • Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 21 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. PCIEX16_1 PCIEX1_1 PCIEX16_2 PCIEX1_2 PCIEX1_3 Please refer to the following table for the recommended VGA configuration. Recommended VGA configuration Slot Description Single VGA...
  • Page 22 Hyper M.2 X16 series card configuration PCIe bifurcation settings in PCIe x16 slots with different Ryzen™ Slot CPUs AMD Ryzen™ 5000 and 3000 Series/ 5000 and 4000 G-Series Desktop Processors (Support PCIe Gen 4 SSDs) Supported SSDs PCIEX16_1 • Hyper M.2 X16 series card is purchased separately. •...
  • Page 23 Fan and Pump headers The Fan and Pump headers allow you to connect fans or pumps to cool the system. CPU_FAN CPU_OPT FAN PWM CHA_FAN1 FAN IN AIO_PUMP FAN PWR CHA_FAN3 CHA_FAN2 • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan headers. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
  • Page 24 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. EATX12V_2 EATX12V_1 PIN 1...
  • Page 25 M.2 slots The M.2 slots allow you to install M.2 devices such as M.2 SSD modules. M.2_1(SOCKET3) M.2_2(SOCKET3) • M.2_1 slot supports PCIe 4.0 x4 and SATA modes Key M design and type 2242/2260 /2280/22110 storage devices. • M.2_2 slot supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA modes Key M design and type 2242/2260/2280/ 22110 storage devices.
  • Page 26 [RAID]. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to the RAID Configuration Guide. You can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website. • When the M.2_2 Slot is populated , SATA6G_5/6 ports will be disabled. Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
  • Page 27 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. U32G1_12 PIN 1 USB3+5V...
  • Page 28 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_E34 USB_E12 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.
  • Page 29 Addressable Gen 2 header The Addressable Gen 2 header allows you to connect individually addressable RGB WS2812B LED strips or WS2812B based LED strips. ADD_GEN 2 PIN 1 The Addressable Gen 2 header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/ Data/Ground), with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V) and the addressable header on this board can handle a combined maximum of 500 LEDs.
  • Page 30 AURA RGB headers The RGB headers allow you to connect RGB LED strips. RGB_HEADER1 PIN 1 +12V G R B RGB_HEADER2 PIN 1 +12V G R B The RGB headers support 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V).
  • Page 31 Clear CMOS header This header allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as system passwords.
  • Page 32 Front Panel Audio header The front panel audio header is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this header. 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.
  • Page 33 System Panel header The System Panel header supports several chassis-mounted functions. PLED PWRSW SPEAKER PANEL PIN 1 HDD_LED RESET PLED • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin header is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this header.
  • Page 34 Thermal Sensor header The Thermal Sensor header allows you to connect a sensor to monitor the temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. Connect the thermal sensor and place it on the device or the motherboard’s component to detect its temperature.
  • Page 35 BIOS FlashBack™ LED The FlashBack™ LED lights up or blinks to indicate the status of the BIOS FlashBack™. 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.
  • Page 36 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1-22...
  • Page 37 NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket 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.
  • Page 38 2.1.2 Cooling system installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. CPU Heatsink and fan assembly Type 1 Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
  • Page 39 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. ROG STRIX B550-F GAMING WIFI II...
  • Page 40 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 Chapter 2: Basic Installation...
  • Page 41 2.1.3 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM ROG STRIX B550-F GAMING WIFI II...
  • Page 42 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. OPTIONAL • DO NOT install the bundled M.2 rubber pads when installing a double-sided M.2 storage device.
  • Page 43 The M.2 is purchased separately. ROG STRIX B550-F GAMING WIFI II...
  • Page 44 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.
  • Page 45 2.1.6 ATX power connection Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug. ROG STRIX B550-F GAMING WIFI II...
  • Page 46 2.1.7 SATA device connection Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-10...
  • Page 47 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 2.0 USB 3.2 Gen 1 This connector will only fit in one orientation. Push the connector until it clicks into place. ROG STRIX B550-F GAMING WIFI II 2-11...
  • Page 48 2.1.9 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2-12...
  • Page 49 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 50 • 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...
  • Page 51 For more information on using the BIOS FlashBack™ feature, please refer to https://www. asus.com/support/, or by scanning the QR code below. ROG STRIX B550-F GAMING WIFI II 2-15...
  • Page 52 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.3.1 Rear I/O connection Rear panel connectors USB 2.0 ports 5 and 6 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-A port 5 Intel I225-V 2.5Gb Ethernet port* ® DisplayPort BIOS FlashBack™ button USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-A ports 3, 4, 7 and 8 USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C port C6 ®...
  • Page 53 * Intel I225-V 2.5Gb Ethernet port LED indications ® Activity Link LED Speed LED ACT/LINK SPEED Status Description Status Description 100 Mbps connection No link 2.5 Gbps connection GREEN Linked GREEN LAN port 1 Gbps / 100 Mbps / BLINKING Data activity ORANGE 10 Mbps connection...
  • Page 54 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 2-18...
  • Page 55 Connect to 4-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers ROG STRIX B550-F GAMING WIFI II 2-19...
  • Page 56 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 57 ROG STRIX B550-F GAMING WIFI II 2-21...
  • Page 58 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 59 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screen includes 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 60 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 61 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 62 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 63 Chapter 3: BIOS and RAID Support...
  • Page 64 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 65 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 66 Google™ License Terms Copyright© 2021 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 67 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 68 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:...
  • Page 69 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 70 ASUSTek Computer Inc. tukaj izjavlja, da je ta naprava skladna s temeljnimi zahtevami in drugimi relevantnimii določili Direktive 2014/53/EU. Polno besedilo izjave EU o skladnosti je na voljo na https://www.asus.com/ support/ WiFi, ki deluje v pasovnem območju 5150–5350 MHz, mora biti v državah, navedenih v spodnjem seznamu, omejen na notranjo uporabo: Declaración de conformidad simplificada para la UE...
  • Page 71 • 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 72 • 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 73 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,...
  • Page 74 AiMesh router Enabling Bluetooth Launching ASUS Router APP Enable Bluetooth on your phone. Launch ASUS Router APP, and then follow the on-screen in- structions to finish the AiMesh setup. Troubleshooting If your AiMesh router cannot find any AiMesh node nearby or synchronization fails, please check the following and try again.
  • Page 75 The radiated output power of the ASUS Wireless Device is below the Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada radio frequency exposure limits. The ASUS Wireless Device should be used in such a manner such that the Federal Communications Commission Statement potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized.

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