Asus PRIME B560M-A User manual

Motherboard
PRIME B560M-A

ii
E18905
Revised Edition V2
July 2021
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Contents
Safety information...................................................................................................... iv
About this guide.......................................................................................................... v
Package contents....................................................................................................... vi
PRIME B560M-A specications summary ............................................................... vi
Connectors with shared bandwidth .......................................................................... x
Chapter 1 Product Introduction
1.1 Before you proceed...................................................................................... 1-1
1.2 Motherboard overview ................................................................................. 1-1
1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU).................................................................... 1-8
1.4 System memory............................................................................................ 1-9
1.5 Wi-Fi card installation ................................................................................ 1-11
Chapter 2 BIOS Information
2.1 Knowing BIOS............................................................................................... 2-1
2.2 BIOS Setup program .................................................................................... 2-2
2.3 ASUS EZ Flash 3........................................................................................... 2-3
2.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3.............................................................................. 2-4
Appendix
Notices ..................................................................................................................... A-1
Warranty................................................................................................................... A-6
ASUS contact information...................................................................................... A-8

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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.
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power
cables are unplugged.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These devices
could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not
sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power
company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to x it by yourself. Contact a qualied service
technician or your retailer.
Operation safety
• Before installing the motherboard and adding components, carefully read all the manuals
that came with the package.
• Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power cables
are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may be exposed to moisture.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualied service
technician or your retailer.
• Your motherboard should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures
between 0°C and 40°C.

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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and conguring the
motherboard.
How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:
• Chapter 1: Product Introduction
This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it
supports. It includes descriptions of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the
motherboard.
• Chapter 2: BIOS Information
This chapter tells how to boot into the BIOS and upgrade BIOS using the EZ Flash
Utility.
Where to nd more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software
updates.
1. ASUS website
The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software
products. Refer to the ASUS contact information.
2. Optional documentation
Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers,
that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the
standard package.
Conventions used in this guide
To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used
throughout this manual.
CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components and injuries to yourself when
trying to complete a task.
IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

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PRIME B560M-A specications summary
CPU
Intel®Socket LGA1200 for 11th Gen Intel®Core™ Processors & 10th Gen
Intel®Core™, Pentium®Gold and Celeron®Processors*
Supports Intel®14 nm CPU
Supports Intel®Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel®Turbo Boost Max
Technology 3.0**
*Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list.
**Intel®Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types.
Chipset Intel®B560 Chipset
Memory
4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR4 5000(OC)/4800(OC)/4600(OC)/4400(OC)/
4266(OC)/4000(OC)/3733(OC)/3600(OC)/3466(OC)/3333(OC)/3200/
2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 MHz Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory*
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Prole (XMP)
OptiMem II
*10th Gen Intel®Core™ i7/i9 processors support 2933/2800/2666/2400/2133
natively, others will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2666MHz.
*11th Gen Intel®processors support 3200/2933/2800/2666/2400/2133 natively.
* Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualied Vendors Lists), and
memory frequency support depends on the CPU types.
Graphics
1 x DisplayPort 1.4**
2 x HDMI™ 1.4 / 2.0***
*Graphics specications may vary between CPU types.
**Intel®11th & 10th Gen processors support DisplayPort 1.4 with max. resolution of
4096 x 2304 @60Hz. Please refer to www.intel.com for any updates.
***Only Intel®11th Gen processors support HDMI™ 2.0 with max. resolution
of 4K@60Hz, others will only support HDMI™ 1.4 with max. resolution of
4K@30Hz. Please refer to www.intel.com for any updates.
Expansion Slots
Intel®11th &10th Gen Processors
1 x PCIe 4.0/3.0 x16 slot*
- Intel®11th Gen processors support PCIe 4.0 x16
- Intel®10th Gen processors support PCIe 3.0 x16
Intel®B560 Chipset
1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)*
1 x PCIe 3.0 x1 slot
*Enable RST PCIe Storage Remapping for PCH attached PCIe slots to activate
Intel®Optane Memory.
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Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
Motherboard 1 x PRIME B560M-A motherboard
Cables 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables
Miscellaneous
1 x M.2 Rubber package
1 x M.2 SSD screw package
1 x Vertical M.2 Key E bracket set
Application DVD 1 x Support DVD
Documentation 1 x User manual
• If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
• Miscellaneous accessories vary in different areas.

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PRIME B560M-A specications summary
Storage
Total supports 2 x M.2 slots and 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
Intel® 11th Gen Processors
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280
- Only Intel®11th Gen processors support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode, this slot will
be disabled for other CPUs.
Intel®B560 Chipset
M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA
modes)*
6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
* M.2_2 slot shares bandwidth with SATA6G_2. When M.2_2 slot is operating in
SATA mode, SATA6G_2 will be disabled.
Ethernet 1 x Intel® I219-V 1Gb Ethernet
ASUS LANGuard
Wireless &
Bluetooth
V-M.2 slot only (Key E, CNVi & PCIe)*
*Wi-Fi module is sold separately.
USB
Rear USB (Total 6 ports)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (1 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A)
Front USB (Total 7 ports)
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 headers support additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
1 x USB 2.0 header supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports
1 x USB 2.0 header supports additional 1 USB 2.0 port
Audio
Realtek ALC 887/897 7.1 Surround Sound High Denition Audio
CODEC*
- Supports: Jack detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-retasking
- Supports up to 24-Bit/192 kHz playback
Audio Features
- Audio Shielding
- Premium Japanese audio capacitors
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
*A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1
Surround Sound audio output.
Back Panel I/O Ports
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (1 x Type-A, 1 x USB Type-C®)
4 x USB 2.0 ports (4 x Type-A)
1 x DisplayPort
2 x HDMI™ ports
1 x Intel® I219-V 1Gb Ethernet port
1 x M.2 slot (Key E)
3 x Audio jacks
1 x PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse combo port
Internal I/O
Connectors
Fan and Cooling related
1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
2 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
Power related
1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
1 x 8-pin +12V Power connector
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Internal I/O
Connectors
Storage related
2 x M.2 slots (Key M)
6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
USB
2 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 headers support additional 4 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
1 x USB 2.0 header supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports
1 x USB 2.0 header supports additional 1 USB 2.0 port
Miscellaneous
2 x AURA Addressable Gen 2 headers
2 x AURA RGB headers
1 x Clear CMOS header
1 x COM Port header
1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP)
1 x LPT header
1 x S/PDIF Out header
1 x SPI TPM header (14-1 pin)
1 x 20-3 pin System Panel header with Chassis intrude function
Special Features
ASUS 5X PROTECTION III
- DIGI+ VRM
- Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection
- ESD Guards
- LANGuard
- Overvoltage Protection
- SafeSlot Core+
- Stainless-Steel Back I/O
ASUS Q-Design
- Q-DIMM
- Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow
green])
- Q-Slot
ASUS Thermal Solution
- Flexible M.2 heatsink
- VRM heatsink design
AURA Sync
- AURA RGB headers
- Addressable Gen 2 RGB headers
ASUS Exclusive Software
Armoury Crate
- AURA Creator
- AURA Sync
AI Suite 3
- Performance and Power Saving Utility
TurboV EVO
EPU
DIGI+ VRM
Fan Xpert 2+
PC Cleaner
- EZ update
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PRIME B560M-A specications summary
Software
Features
ASUS CPU-Z
AI Charger
DAEMON Tools
Norton Anti-virus software (Free Trial version)
WinRAR
UEFI BIOS
ASUS EZ DIY
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 3
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
BIOS 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
Manageability WOL by PME, PXE
Operating
System Windows® 10 64 - bit
Form Factor mATX Form Factor
9.6 inch x 9.2 inch (24.4 cm x 23.4 cm)
Specications are subject to change without notice. Refer to the ASUS website for the
latest specications.

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Connectors with shared bandwidth
DDR4 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 288-pin module) DDR4 DIMM_A2* (64bit, 288-pin module) DDR4 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 288-pin module) DDR4 DIMM_B2* (64bit, 288-pin module)
CPU_FAN
DIGI+
VRM
RGB_HEADER2
ADD_GEN 2_2
LPT
CHA_FAN1
CPU_OPT
CHA_FAN2
PANEL
AAFP
SPDIF_OUT
COM_DEBUG
SATA6G_6
CLRTC
TPM
SATA6G_5
SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4
SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1
128Mb
BIOS
ATX_12V
ATX_PWR
U32G1_34
BOOT
VGA
DRAM
CPU
U32G1_56
BATTERY
ASM
1442K
ASM
1442K
HDMI2
HDMI1_DP
LAN_USB_E12
U32G2_C2
U32G2_1
KBMS
_USB_E34
Super
I/O
PCIEX1
M.2_2(SOCKET3)
M.2_1(SOCKET3)
2280 2260 2242
2242 2260 2280
PCIEX16_2
PCIEX16_1
USB9
USB78
COM
AUDIO M.2_1(SOCKET3)
PCIE SATA RAID ON CPU
4.0 X4 X X
M.2_2(SOCKET3)
PCIE SATA IRST
3.0 X4 XV
LGA1200
ADD_GEN 2_1
RGB_HEADER1
Intel®
B560
M.2(WIFI)
Audio
Codec
Ethernet
A
A
Conguration 1 2
AM.2_2 x4 (PCIe mode) V (SATA mode)
SATA6G_2 V -
M.2_2 slot shares bandwidth with SATA6G_2. When M.2_2 slot is operating in SATA
mode, SATA6G_2 will be disabled.

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Product Introduction
1.1 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.
• Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is
switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so
may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can
cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
1.2 Motherboard overview
Place this
side towards
the rear of the
chassis
DDR4 DIMM_A1 (64bit, 288-pin module) DDR4 DIMM_A2* (64bit, 288-pin module) DDR4 DIMM_B1 (64bit, 288-pin module) DDR4 DIMM_B2* (64bit, 288-pin module)
CPU_FAN
DIGI+
VRM
RGB_HEADER2
ADD_GEN 2_2
LPT
CHA_FAN1
CPU_OPT
CHA_FAN2
PANELAAFP
SPDIF_OUT
COM_DEBUG
SATA6G_6 CLRTC
TPM
SATA6G_5
SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4
SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1
128Mb
BIOS
ATX_12V
ATX_PWR
U32G1_34
BOOT
VGA
DRAM
CPU
U32G1_56
BATTERY
ASM
1442K
ASM
1442K
HDMI2
HDMI1_DP
LAN_USB_E12
U32G2_C2
U32G2_1
KBMS
_USB_E34
Super
I/O
PCIEX1
M.2_2(SOCKET3)
M.2_1(SOCKET3)
2280 2260 2242
2242 2260 2280
PCIEX16_2
PCIEX16_1
USB9
USB78
23.4cm(9.2in)
24.4cm(9.6in)
COM
AUDIO M.2_1(SOCKET3)
PCIE SATA RAID ON CPU
4.0 X4 X X
M.2_2(SOCKET3)
PCIE SATA IRST
3.0 X4 XV
LGA1200
ADD_GEN 2_1
RGB_HEADER1
Intel®
B560
M.2(WIFI)
Audio
Codec
Ethernet
7
12
7
6
5
20
8
17 151314
3
5 1 2 10 114 6 4
191899 1011 7
3
16
1
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1.2.1 Layout contents
1. CPU socket
The motherboard comes with an Intel®Socket LGA1200 for 11th Gen Intel®Core™
Processors & 10th Gen Intel®Core™, Pentium®Gold and Celeron®Processors.
For more details, refer to Central Processing Unit (CPU).
2. DDR4 DIMM slots
The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR4
(Double Data Rate 4) memory modules.
For more details, refer to System memory.
3. Expansion slots
This motherboard supports two PCIe x16 graphics cards and one PCIe 3.0 x1 network card,
SCSI card and other card that complies with the PCI Express specication.
4. Fan headers
The Fan headers allow you to connect fans to cool the
system.
5. Power connectors
These Power connectors allow you to connect your motherboard to a power supply. The
power supply plugs are designed to t in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and
push down rmly until the power supply plugs are fully inserted.
Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug.
• For a fully congured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit
(PSU) that complies with ATX 12V Specication 2.0 (or later version) and provides a
minimum power of 350W.
• We recommend that you use a PSU with a higher power output when conguring a
system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or
may not boot up if the power is inadequate.
• If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, we
recommend you to refer to online resources for Power Supply Wattage Calculator.
6. M.2 slots (Key M)
The M.2 slots allows you to install M.2 devices such as M.2 SSD modules.
• M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280
- Only Intel®11th Gen processors support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode, this slot will be disabled
for other CPUs.
• M.2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 supports PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA modes.
• M.2_2 slot shares bandwidth with SATA6G_2. When M.2_2 slot is operating in SATA
mode, SATA6G_2 will be disabled.
FAN PWM
FAN IN
FAN PWR
GND
FAN PWM
FAN IN
FAN PWR
GND
GND
FAN PWR
FAN IN
FAN PWM
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7. SATA 6Gb/s ports
The SATA 6Gb/s ports allow you to connect SATA devices such as optical disc drives and
hard disk drives via SATA cables.
8. 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.
The USB 3.2 Gen 1 module is purchased separately.
9. USB 2.0 headers
The two USB 2.0 headers allow you to connect USB modules for
additional three USB 2.0 ports. The USB 2.0 headers provide data
transfer speeds of up to 480 Mb/s.
DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing
so will damage the motherboard!
The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately.
10. AURA Addressable Gen 2 headers
The Addressable Gen 2 headers allow you to connect individually
addressable RGB WS2812B LED strips or WS2812B based LED strips.
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 headers on this board can handle a combined
maximum of 500 LEDs.
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. Failure to do so may cause severe
damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
• Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip.
• If your LED strip does not light up, check if the addressable RGB LED strip is
connected in the correct orientation, and the 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.
11. AURA RGB headers
The RGB headers allow you to connect RGB LED strips.
The RGB header supports a 5050 RGB multi-color LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum
power rating of 3A (12V), and no longer than 3m.
Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched
off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe
damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components.
USB3+5V
IntA_P1_SSRX-
IntA_P1_SSRX+
GND
IntA_P1_SSTX-
IntA_P1_SSTX+
GND
IntA_P1_D-
IntA_P1_D+
GND
PIN 1
USB3+5V
IntA_P2_SSRX-
IntA_P2_SSRX+
GND
IntA_P2_SSTX-
IntA_P2_SSTX+
GND
IntA_P2_D-
IntA_P2_D+
PIN 1
USB+5V
USB_P7- USB_P7+
GND NC
USB+5V
USB_P8-
USB_P8+
GND
PIN 1
USBE5
+5V DC Data(negative) Data(positive) Groud
ADD_GEN 2
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• Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip.
• If your LED strip does not light up, check if the RGB LED extension cable and the
RGB LED strip are connected in the correct orientation, and the 12V connector is
aligned with the 12V header on the motherboard.
• The LED strip will only light up when the system is powered on.
• The LED strip is purchased separately.
12. Clear CMOS header
This header allows you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data of the system setup
information such as date, time, and system passwords.
To erase the RTC RAM:
1. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.
2. Use a metal object such as a screwdriver to short the two pins.
3. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.
4. Hold down the <Del> key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-
enter data.
If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard battery and short the two pins again to
clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the battery.
13. COM Port header
This header is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to
this header, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system
chassis.
14. Front panel audio header
This header is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that
supports HD audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio
I/O module cable to this header.
• We recommend that you connect a high-denition front panel
audio module to this header to avail of the motherboard’s high-
denition audio capability.
• If you want to connect a high-denition front panel audio
module to this header, set the Front Panel Type item in the
BIOS setup to [HD Audio]. By default, this header is set to [HD
Audio].
15. LPT header
The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) header supports devices such as
a printer. LPT standardizes as IEEE 1284, which is the parallel port
interface on IBM PC-compatible computers.
PIN 1
COM
DCD
TXD
GND
RTS
RI
RXD
DTR
DSR
CTS
AAFP
AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR
PORT1 L
PORT1 R PORT2 R
SENSE_SEND
PORT2 L
HD-audio-compliant
pin definition
CLRTC
+3V_BAT GND
PIN 1
PIN 1
O_LPT_XSTB#_R
O_LPT_XPD0_R O_LPT_XPD1_R O_LPT_XPD2_R O_LPT_XPD3_R O_LPT_XPD4_R O_LPT_XPD5_R O_LPT_XPD6_R O_LPT_XPD7_R O_LPT_ACK#_R
O_LPT_BUSY_R
O_LPT_PE_R
O_LPT_SLCT_R
O_LPT_XAFD#_R O_LPT_ERROR#_R O_LPT_XINIT#_R O_LPT_XSLIN#_R GND GND GND GND GND GND GND GND
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SPDIF_OUT
+5V SPDIFOUT GND
16. V-M.2 slot (Key E)
The vertical M.2 slot (Key E) allows you to install an M.2 Wi-Fi module.
Wi-Fi module is sold separately.
17. S/PDIF Out header
This header is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port.
Connect the S/PDIF Out module cable to this header, then install the module to
a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
18. SPI TPM header
This header supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system with a Serial
Peripheral Interface (SPI), allowing you to securely store keys, digital
certicates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance
network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity.
19. 20-3 pin System Panel header with Chassis intrude function
This header supports several chassis-mounted functions.
• System power LED (4-pin +PWR_LED-)
This 4-pin header is for the system power LED. Connect the
chassis power LED cable to this header. The system power
LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks
when the system is in sleep mode.
• Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin +HDD_LED-)
This 2-pin header is for the HDD Activity LED. Connect the
HDD Activity LED cable to this header. The HDD LED lights up or ashes when data is
read from or written to the HDD.
• System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER)
This 4-pin header is for the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker
allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.
• ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWR_SW)
This header is for the system power button. Pressing the power button turns the
system on or puts the system in sleep or soft-off mode depending on the operating
system settings. Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the
system is ON turns the system OFF.
• Reset button (2-pin RESET)
This 2-pin header is for the chassis-mounted reset button for system reboot without
turning off the system power.
• Chassis intrusion header (2-pin CHASSIS)
This header is for a chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. Connect one
end of the chassis intrusion sensor or switch cable to this header. The chassis intrusion
sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component
is removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event.
TPM
PIN 1
T_SPI_MOSI
T_SPI_CLK
GND
F_BIOS_WP#_R
S_SPI_TPM_CS2#
S_SPI_TPM_IRQ#
F_SPI_HOLD#_R T_SPI_MISO F_SPI_CS0#_R +3V_SPI NC S_PLTRST# VCCSPI
* Requires an ATX power supply
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1.2.2 Rear panel connectors
1. DisplayPort. This port is for a DisplayPort-compatible device.
2. PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse combo port. This port is for a PS/2 keyboard or mouse.
3. USB 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps) port (teal blue, Type A). This 9-pin Universal Serial
Bus 3.2 (USB 3.2) port is for USB 3.2 Gen 2 devices.
4. Ethernet port. This port allows Gigabit connection to a Local Area Network (LAN)
through a network hub. Refer to the table below for the Ethernet port LED indications.
Intel®I219-V 1Gb Ethernet port LED indications
21 43 5 6
7 9 108 8
Activity/Link LED Speed LED
Status Description Status Description
Off No link Off 10Mbps connection
Orange Linked Orange 100Mbps connection
Orange (Blinking) Data activity Green 1Gbps connection
Orange (Blinking
then steady)
Ready to wake
up from S5 mode
5. Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio
sources.
6. Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. In 4-channel,
5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel congurations, the function of this port becomes Front
Speaker Out.
7. HDMI™ports. These ports are for High-Denition Multimedia Interface (HDMI™)
connectors, and are HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other
protected content.
ACT/LINK
LED
SPEED
LED
Ethernet port
Activity/Link LED Speed LED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection
ORANGE Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection
BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection
20. Q-LEDs
The Q-LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA, and booting devices) during the
mothboard booting process. If an error is found, the critical component’s LED stays lit up until
the problem is solved.
The Q-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.
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8. USB 2.0 ports. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) port are for USB 2.0 devices.
9. USB 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps) port (USB Type-C®). This Universal Serial Bus 3.2
(USB 3.2) port is for USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C®devices.
10. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone.
Refer to the audio conguration table for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, 5.1, or
7.1-channel conguration.
Audio 2, 4, 5.1 or 7.1-channel conguration
Port Headset
2-channel 4-channel 5.1-channel 7.1-channel
Light Blue
(Rear panel) Line In Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out Rear Speaker Out
Lime (Rear panel) Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out
Pink (Rear panel) Mic In Mic In Bass/Center Bass/Center
Lime (Front panel) — — — Side Speaker Out* /
Headphone
Pink (Front panel) — — — Mic In* / Side
Speaker Out
* Multi-streaming is disabled by default, and the Lime (front panel) jack may be used as Side Speaker Out. If
multi-streaming is enabled, the Lime (front panel) jack will support headphone, and Pink (front panel) jack will
support Side Speaker Out.
A chassis with an HD audio module in the front panel is required to support 7.1-channel
audio output.
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1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
This motherboard comes with a surface mount Intel® Socket LGA1200
designed for 11th Gen Intel®Core™ Processors & 10th Gen Intel®
Core™, Pentium®Gold and Celeron®Processors .
Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.
• Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for the LGA1200 socket only. DO
NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1150, LGA1151, LGA1155 and LGA1156 sockets
on the LGA1200 socket.
• Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and
the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap
is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard
components.
• Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return Merchandise
Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the cap on the
LGA1200 socket.
• The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from
incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the PnP
cap.
Installing the CPU
1
4
Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the
heatsink and fan if necessary.
2
3
A
B
A
B
C
D
5
4
4
5
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1.4 System memory
This motherboard comes with four Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Module
(DIMM) sockets. The gure illustrates the location of the DDR4 DIMM sockets:
Channel Sockets
Channel A DIMM_A1 & DIMM_A2*
Channel B DIMM_B1 & DIMM_B2*
• You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system
maps the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel conguration. Any
excess memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel
operation.
• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimal compatibility, we
recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or date code (D/C)
from the same vendor. Check with the retailer to get the correct 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.
• The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect
(SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module.
Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a
lower frequency than the vendor-marked value.
• For system stability, use a more efcient memory cooling system to support a full
memory load.
• Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualied Vendors Lists), and memory
frequency support depends on the CPU types.
Recommended memory congurations
DIMM_B2*
DIMM_A1
DIMM_A2*
DIMM_B2*
DIMM_A2*
DIMM_B1
DIMM_B2*
DIMM_A2*
DIMM_A1
DIMM_B2*
DIMM_B1
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Installing a DIMM
1 2
B
A
A
To remove a DIMM
B
A
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