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under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor
any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of
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The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The
manufacturer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents
hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this
publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without
obligation of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes.
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Federal Communications Commission (FCC)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help
Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with
this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing
this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system's
manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL
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  • Page 1 Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system’s manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 2 Describes the motherboard page 63 software. Using the Motherboard Software Chapter 5 P r o v i d e s b a s i c t r o u b l e page 67 shooting tips. Trouble Shooting B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    The Standard Configuration ........27 Entering the Setup Utility ........27 Using BIOS................ 28 BIOS Navigation Keys ..........29 Main Menu ............30 Advanced Menu ............. 31 Chipset Menu ............44 Tweak Menu ............52 Security Menu ............58 B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 4 Manual Installation ............65 ECS Utility Software (Intelligent EZ Utility) .......65 Chapter 5 Trouble Shooting Start up problems during assembly ........67 Start up problems after prolong use .........68 Maintenance and care tips ..........68 Basic Troubleshooting Flowchart ........69 B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 5: Introducing The Motherboard

    Chapter 1 Introducing the Motherboard Introduction Thank you for choosing the B660H7-M20 motherboard. This motherboard is a high performance, enhanced function motherboard designed to support the LGA1700 socket for Intel® 12th Generation Core processor. This motherboard is based on Intel®B660 Express Chipset for best desktop platform solution.
  • Page 6: Brief Introduction

    1 x USB 3.2 Gen1x1 header supports additional two USB 3.2 Gen1x1 ports • 1 x USB 2.0 headers support additional two USB 2.0 ports • 3 x SATA 6Gb/s connectors • 3 x ARGB connectors • 3 x RGB connectors B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 7 Add the function of copying BIOS parameters to USB flash drive AP Support • Supports eDLU Note: *Microsoft. NET Framework 4.5 is required. Form Factor • Micro ATX Size, 244mm x 230mm QR Code for the complete manual download on ECSIPC website: http://www.ecsipc.com B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 8: Motherboard Components

    Motherboard Components CPU_FAN ATX12V ARGB_3 DIMM1 DIMM2 RGB_3 HDMI USB2R USB3R_C SYS_FAN1 FUSB USB3LAN BOSS2 USB3F AUDIO M2_SATA PCIEX16 164Q2 PCIEX1_1 BOSS1 CLR_CMOS CASE SATA3_1 SATA3_2 SATA3_3 SYS_FAN2 F_AUDIO F_PANEL RGB_2 RGB_1 ARGB_1 ARGB_2 13 12 B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 9 PCI Express Gen3 x1 slot 23. BT Battery 24. PCIEX16 PCI Express x16 slot Gen5 for graphics interface 25. M2_(NGFF) Support Type 2260/2280 PCIE x4 Gen4 SSD 26. SYS_FAN1 4-pin system cooling fan connector 27. ATX_12V 8-pin +12V power connector B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 10: I/O Ports

    It can be connected to an external CD/DVD player, Tape player or other audio devices for audio input. 8. Line-out (lime) It is used to connect to speakers or headphones. 9. Microphone (pink) It is used to connect to a microphone. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 11: Installing The Motherboard

    HDMI USB2R USB3R_C SYS_FAN1 FUSB USB3LAN BOSS2 USB3F AUDIO M2_SATA PCIEX16 164Q2 PCIEX1_1 BOSS1 CLR_CMOS CASE SATA3_1 SATA3_2 SATA3_3 F_AUDIO SYS_FAN2 F_PANEL RGB_2 RGB_1 ARGB_1 ARGB_2 Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 12: Checking Jumper Settings

    SATA3_2 SATA3_3 F_AUDIO SYS_FAN2 F_PANEL RGB_1 ARGB_1 RGB_2 ARGB_2 To avoid the system instability after clearing CMOS, we recommend users to enter the main BIOS setting page to “Load Default Settings” and then “Save and Exit Setup”. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 13: Installing Hardware

    B. Lift the tail of the load lever and rotate the load plate to fully open position. C. Grasp the edge of the package substrate. Make sure pin 1 indicator is on your bottom-left side. Aim at the socket and place the package carefully into the socket by purely vertical motion. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 14 Engage the load lever while pressing down lightly onto the load plate. Secure the load lever with the hook under retention tab. Then the cover will flick automatically. Please save and replace the cover onto the CPU socket if processor is removed. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 15: Installing The Cpu Coole

    B. Fasten the cooling fan supporting base onto the CPU socket on the motherboard. And make sure the CPU fan is plugged to the CPU fan connector. C. Connect the CPU cooler power connector to the CPU_FAN connector. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 16: Installing Memory Modules

    C. The slot latche is levered upwards and latch on to the edges of the DIMM. * For reference only We suggest users not to mix memory type. It is recommended to use the same brand and type memory on this motherboard. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 17: Installing Add-On Cards

    Support Type 2260/2280 PCIE x4 Gen3 SSD Before installing an add-on card, check the documentation for the card carefully. If the card is not Plug and Play, you may have to manually configure the card before installation. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 18 Please refer the following illustrations to install the add-on card: Install the LAN Card in the PCIEX1 slot Install the VGA Card in the PCIEX16 slot B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 19 Demount the screw not used according to the length of your M.2 SSD card. Insert the M.2 SSD card into M2 slot in the fool-proof way. Lock the screw as the following picture shows to make sure the M.2 SSD card is installed in place. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 20: Connecting Optional Devices

    DIMM2 RGB_3 HDMI USB2R USB3R_C SYS_FAN1 FUSB USB3LAN BOSS2 USB3F AUDIO M2_SATA PCIEX16 164Q2 PCIEX1_1 BOSS1 CLR_CMOS CASE SATA3_1 SATA3_2 SATA3_3 F_AUDIO SYS_FAN2 F_PANEL RGB_1 ARGB_1 RGB_2 ARGB_2 Components Components FUSB RGB_1~3 USB3F SATA3_1~4 CASE F_AUDIO ARGB_1~3 B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 21 SYS_FAN2 F_PANEL RGB_1 ARGB_1 RGB_2 ARGB_2 Front Panel USB Power PIN 1 Please make sure that the USB cable has the same pin assignment as indicated above. A different pin assignment may cause damage or system hang-up. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 22 RGB_1 ARGB_1 ARGB_2 The Addressable header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/ Ground), with a maximum power rating of 2A (5V), and the addressable headers on this board can handle a combined maximum of 60 pcs LEDs. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 23 But maintains register compatibility and software compatibility with Parallel ATA. CPU_FAN ATX12V ARGB_3 DIMM1 DIMM2 RGB_3 HDMI USB2R SATA3_1~3 USB3R_C SYS_FAN1 FUSB USB3LAN Ground BOSS2 USB3F AUDIO M2_SATA PCIEX16 164Q2 Ground Ground PCIEX1_1 BOSS1 CASE CLR_CMOS SYS_FAN2 SATA3_1 SATA3_2 SATA3_3 F_AUDIO F_PANEL RGB_2 RGB_1 ARGB_1 ARGB_2 B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 24 PIN 1 Left channel to front panel PCIEX1_1 Sense_Send Right channel to front panel BOSS1 CLR_CMOS CASE Front panel microphone input signal_R SYS_FAN2 SATA3_1 SATA3_2 SATA3_3 F_AUDIO F_PANEL RGB_1 ARGB_1 RGB_2 ARGB_2 Front panel microphone input signal_L B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 25: Installing A Sata Hard Drive

    Attach either cable end to the connector on the motherboard. Attach the other cable end to the SATA hard drive. Attach the SATA power cable to the SATA hard drive and connect the other end to the power supply. * For reference only B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 26: Connecting Case Components

    ARGB_3 DIMM1 DIMM2 RGB_3 HDMI USB2R USB3R_C SYS_FAN1 FUSB USB3LAN BOSS2 USB3F AUDIO M2_SATA PCIEX16 164Q2 PCIEX1_1 BOSS1 CLR_CMOS CASE SATA3_1 SATA3_2 SATA3_3 F_AUDIO SYS_FAN2 F_PANEL RGB_1 ARGB_1 RGB_2 ARGB_2 Components Components CPU_FAN F_PANEL SYS_FAN1~2 ATX_POWER ATX12V B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 27 ATX12V DIMM1 DIMM2 ARGB_3 RGB_3 HDMI USB2R USB3R_C SYS_FAN1 Signal FUSB USB3LAN Ground BOSS2 USB3F AUDIO M2_SATA PCIEX16 164Q2 Power +5V PIN 1 PCIEX1_1 BOSS1 CLR_CMOS CASE SYS_FAN2 SATA3_1 SATA3_2 SATA3_3 F_AUDIO F_PANEL RGB_2 RGB_1 ARGB_1 ARGB_2 B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 28 24-pin power cable Connecting 8-pin power cable The ATX12V power connector is used to provide power to the CPU. When installing 8-pin power cable, the latches of power cable and the ATX12V match perfectly. 8-pin power cable B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 29: Front Panel Header

    The time requirement is due to internal de-bounce circuitry. After receiving a power on/off signal, at least two seconds elapses before the power supply recognizes another on/off signal. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 30 Memo B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 31: Using Bios

    When you power on the system, BIOS enters the Power-On Self Test (POST) routines. POST is a series of built-in diagnostics performed by the BIOS. After the POST routines are completed, the following message appears: Press DEL to enter SETUP B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 32: Using Bios

    The default BIOS setting for this motherboard apply for most conditions with optimum performance. We do not suggest users change the default values in the BIOS setup and take no responsibility to any damage caused by changing the BIOS settings. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 33: Bios Navigation Keys

    Select the advanced icon and press <Enter> or double click the left key of the mouse to display the screen. Exit Select the exit icon and press <Enter> or double click the left key of the mouse to display the screen. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 34: Main Menu

    The Date and Time items show the current date and time on the computer. If you are running a Windows OS, these items are automatically updated whenever you make changes to the Windows Date and Time Properties utility. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 35: Advanced Menu

    F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit Onboard LAN Controller (Enabled) Use this item to enable or disable Onboard LAN controller. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 36: Pc Health Status

    F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit Smart Fan Select (CPU) This item allows you to change and configure Smart Fans on M/B. ex. CPU Fan, System Fan. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 37 System Temperature • CPU Fan Speed • Core Voltage • DIMM Voltage • +12V • +5VSB • TCC Activation Temperature (DTS) (100) This item show the TCC Activation Temperature. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 38: Power Management Setup

    This item enables or disables dummy load. When the power supply is at low load, a self-protection will activate causing it to shutdown or fail. If this occurs, please set to Enabled. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 39: Acpi Settings

    F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit ACPI Sleep State [S3(Suspend to RAM)] This item allows user to enter the ACPI S3 (Suspend to RAM) Sleep State (default). Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 40: Cpu Configuration

    Hyper-Threading CPU. Limit CPUID Maximum (Disabled) Use this item to enable or disable the maximum CPUID value limit, you can enables this item to prevent the system from “ebooting” when trying to install Windows NT 4.0. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 41 Use this item to enable or disable the Enhanced C1 state. Intel(R) Speed Shift Technology (Enabled) Use this item to enable the CPU energy-saving function when the system is not running. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 42: Sata Configuration

    This item shows the SATA Port 1 Device. SATA Port 2 (Not Present) This item shows the SATA Port 2 Device. SATA Port 3 (Not Present) This item shows the SATA Port 3 Device. M.2 (Not Present) This item shows the M.2 SATA Device. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 43: Nvme Configuration

    F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit NVMe controller and Drive Information NVMe controller and Drive information. Press <Esc> to return to the SATA Configuration page. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 44: Usb Configuration

    F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit All USB Devices (Enabled) Use this item to enable or disable all USB devices. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 45: Super Io Configuration

    Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit Super IO Chip (IT8613) This item shows the information of the super IO chip. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 46: Trusted Computing

    Pending operation (None) Schedule an Operation for the Security Device. NOTE: Your Computer will reboot during restart in order to change State of Security Device. Platform Hierarchy (Enabled) Use this item to enable or disable the platform hierarchy. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 47 Physical Presence Spec Version (1.3) Use this item to show the Physical Presence Spec Version. TPM 20 Interface Type (CRB) Use this item to select the communication interface to TPM 20 device. Press <Esc> to return to the Advanced Menu page. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 48: Chipset Menu

    System Agent (SA) PCH Configuration Parameters. ME Configuration : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 49: System Agent Configuration

    This item allows you to enable or disable the IGD Multi-Monitor. Re-Size BAR Support If system has Resizable BAR capable PCIe Devices, this option Enables or Disables Resizable BAR Support. Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 50 Windows 11/10. Step 1. Insert ECS drives DVD to run Auto setup or browse the DVD to install Intel chipset drivers, VGA and sound drivers. (If you want know the detail information, please refer to chapter 4.) B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 51 Disabled IGD Multi-Monitor Re-Size BAR Support Disabled : Select Screen /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 52 Extend desktop to this display You must select Apply before making additional changes. Disconnect this display Make this my main display Advance settings Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should I choose? Cancel Apply B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 53 Multiple displays: Extend desktop to this display You must select Apply before making additional changes. Make this my main display Advance settings Make text and other items larger or smaller What display settings should I choose? Cancel Apply B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 54: Pch Configuration

    Use this item to enable or disable the warning if the case is opened up, and the item below indicates the current status of the case. Chassis Opened (No) This item indicates whether the case has been opened. Press <Esc> to return to the Chipset Menu page. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 55 F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit ME Control (Enabled) Use this item to enable or disable the ME Firmware. ME FW Version (16.1.25.1917) This item shows the ME FW version. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 56: Tweak Menu

    Max Non-Turbo Perfor... TDP Lock Disabled : Select Screen CPU Ratio /Click: Select Item Enter/Dbl Click : Select +/- : Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save & Exit ESC/Right Click: Exit B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 57 Power limit 2 value in Milli Watts and stepsize is 125mW. If the value is 0, BIOS will program this value as 1.25*TDP. Processor applies control policies such that the package power does not exceed this limit. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 58 Use this item to enable or disable the Limit 3 Override. If this option is disabled, BIOS will leave the default values for Power Limit 3 and power limit 3 time window. Press <Esc> to return to the CPU OverClocking Configuration page. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 59 Use this item to select the performance state that the BIOS will set before OS handoff. TDP Lock (Disabled) This item allows you to enable or disable the Package TDP lock. CPU Ratio (37) This item allows you to control CPU ratio. Press <Esc> to return to the Tweak Menu page. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 60: Memory Configuration

    Use this item to set the eDRAM mode. Retrain on Fast Fail (Enabled) Use this item to enable or disable restrain on fast fail. Exit On Failure (MRC) (Enabled) Use this item to enable or disable the exit on failure (MRC). B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 61 This is display-only field and displays the information of the CPU installed in your computer. Processor Speed (3700 MHz) This item shows the processor speed. Memory Frequency (2667MHz) This item shows the information of the memory frequency. Total Memory (8192 MB) This item shows the information of the total memory. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 62: Security Menu

    Secure Boot (Enabled) This item is used to control the secure boot flow, it is possible only if system runs in User Mode. Secure Boot Mode (Standard) This item is used to select the secure boot mode. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 63: Boot Menu

    Update System BIOS (Disabled) This item enables or disables Update System BIOS. Boot mode select (UEFI) Use this item to select boot mode. Boot Option #1 /2 /3 /4 /5 /6 /7 /8 /9 These items show the boot priorities. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 64 NVME drive. Press <Enter> to view the submenu. UEFI USB Hard Disk Drive BBS Priorities This item enables you to specify the sequence of loading the operating system from the installing USB Key drive. Press <Enter> to view the submenu. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 65: Exit Menu

    This item enables you to save the changes that you have made as user defaults. Restore User Defaults This item enables you to restore the user defaults. Boot Override Use this item to select the boot device. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 66: Updating The Bios

    If your motherboard has a Flash BIOS jumper, reset the jumper to protect the newly installed BIOS from being overwritten. The computer will restart automatically. This concludes Chapter 3. Refer to the next chapter for information on the software supplied with the motherboard. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 67: Using The Motherboard Software

    Follow these instructions to install device drivers and software for the motherboard: Click Setup. The installation program begins: The following screens are examples only. The screens and driver lists will be different according to the motherboard you are installing. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 68 Click Next. The following screen appears: Check the box Install all to the items you want to install. The default options are recommended. Click Next to run the Installation Wizard. An item installation screen appears: B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 69: Manual Installation

    ECS Intelligent EZ Utility provides friendly interfaces under Windows O.S, which makes your computing more easily and conveniently. These software(s) are subject to change at anytime without prior notice. Please refer to the support disk for available software. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 70 Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 is required. eDLU ECS eDLU utility makes updating drivers fast and easy. eDLU saves time and hassle by listing all the latest drivers online. Just select the one you prefer and start to download and install the drivers. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 71: Trouble Shooting

    CPU heatsink. Check if the CPU fan is working properly while the system is running. 2. From the BIOS setting, try to disable the Smartfan function to let the fan run at default speed. Doing a Load Optimised Default will also disable the Smartfan. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 72: Start Up Problems After Prolong Use

    6. If possible, ensure the power cord has an earth ground pin directly from the wall outlet. This will reduce voltage fluctuation that may damage sensitive devices. B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...
  • Page 74 Memo B660H7-M20 USER MANUAL...

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