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PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 2
... the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). 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. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF...
PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 3
... this guide iv Package contents vi PRIME B350-PLUS specifications summary vi
Chapter 1: Product introduction
1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-10 1.4 System memory 1-12
Chapter 2: BIOS information
2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-5 2.3 Exit menu 2-10
Appendix
Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information...
PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 4
... try to fix it by yourself. Contact a qualified 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...
PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 5
... updates.
1. ASUS websites
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...
PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 7
PRIME B350-PLUS specifications summary
Storage LAN Audio USB
ASUS unique features
ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution
6 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors with RAID 0, RAID 1 and RAID 10 support
AMD Ryzen™ processors: - 1 x M.2 socket 3 with M Key, Type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA modes) storage devices support* * W hen a SATA / PCIe mode M.2 device is installed, the M.2 socket ...
PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 8
... panel connector 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.1,
Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information, F6 Qfan Control
WfM 2.0, DMI 3.0, WOL by PME, PXE
Drivers ASUS utilities ASUS Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 10 (64-bit...
PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 9
..., 288-pin module) DDR4 DIMM_B2 (64bit, 288-pin module)
EATXPWR
30.5cm(12in)
Place this side towards the rear of the
chassis
HDMI
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USB3.1 _12
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LANGuard CHA_FAN1 FAN_RGB_HEADER
AUDIO
128Mb BIOS
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PCIE SATA X4 V
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SATA6G_6 SATA6G_5
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2280
2260
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Realtek®
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PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 10
...5. AMD AM4 CPU socket 6. DDR4 DIMM slots 7. AMD B350 SATA 6.0Gb/s ports (SATA6G_1~6) 8. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL) 9. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12) 10. USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB3~6) 11. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) 12. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 13. Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) 14. Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) 15. PCI Express 2.0 x1...
PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 11
.../2280/22110 storage devices. • Due to CPU limitation, M.2 socket supported varies by processor. Refer to the
specifications summary table for more details.
5. AMD AM4 CPU socket This motherboard comes with an AMD AM4 socket designed for AMD Ryzen™ / 7th Generation A-series / Athlon™ processors.
For more details, refer to Central Processing Unit (CPU).
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PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 12
..., refer to System memory.
7. AMD B350 SATA 6.0Gb/s ports (7-pin SATA6G_1~6)
These ports connect to SATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via SATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables.
SATA6G
GND RSATA_TXP RSATA_TXN
GND RSATA_RXN RSATA_RXP
GND
8. System panel connector (20-5 pin PANEL)
PANEL
This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. +PWR_LED- PWR_SW SPEAKER
• System power LED (4-pin PWR_LED...
PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 13
...-definition audio capability.
• If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector, set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD]. If you want to connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97]. By default, this connector is set to [HD].
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PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 15
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When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support "Share IRQ" or that the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable.
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PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 18
1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The motherboard comes with an AMD AM4 socket designed for AMD Ryzen™ / 7th Generation A-series / Athlon™ processors.
Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.
The AM4 socket has a different pinout from the FM2+/FM2 socket. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM4 socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation...
PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 19
Installing the CPU heatsink and fan assembly
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Remove the screws and the retention module only. Do not remove the plate on the bottom.
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PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 20
... 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.
• For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs).
• Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List)
Recommended...
PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 21
Installing a DIMM 1
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PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 22
... goes into POST.
To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar.
Click to automatically update your
motherboard's driver, software and
firmware
Click to find and select the BIOS
from file
Click to select a boot logo
Click to update the BIOS
EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider).
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PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 23
... BIOS using EZ Flash 3:
1. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press to enable it.
2. Follow the steps below to update the BIOS via a storage device or Internet.
Via Storage Device
a) Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port, then select via Storage Device.
b) Press to switch to the Drive...
PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 24
...the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. Turn on the system. 2. Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the
BIOS file to the USB port. 3. The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file. When found, the utility
reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 2 utility automatically. 4. The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS settings...
PRIME B350-PLUS Users ManualEnglish - Page 26
... boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.2.1 Layout contents for information on how to erase the RTC RAM.
BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. Press to change between the two modes.
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