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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.
Contents Safety information ..................iv About this guide ..................iv Package contents ..................vi PRIME B450M-K specifications summary ..........vi Chapter 1: Product introduction Before you proceed .................. 1-1 Motherboard overview ................1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ..............1-7 System memory ..................1-9 M.2 Anchor Installation ................
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.
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Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.
.C)/2666/2400/2133 MHz, un-buffered memory Memory Dual-channel memory architecture * Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** ECC memory(ECC mode) support varies by CPU. Integrated Graphics in the AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Multi-VGA output support: DVI-D and D-Sub ports...
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Dependable Stability ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - ASUS SafeSlot Core: Fortified PCIe Slot prevents damage - ASUS LANGuard: Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes and static- electricity discharges! - ASUS Overvoltage Protection: World-class circuit-protecting power design - ASUS Stainless-Steel Back I/O: 3X corrosion-resistance for greater durability!
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1 x S/PDIF out connector 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, SM BIOS 3.1, ACPI 6.1, Multi- language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3, My Favorite, Last BIOS features Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect)
CHA_FAN U31G2_12 LAN_U31G1_34 128Mb BIOS AUDIO Realtek PCIEX16 8111H Super PCIEX1_1 2280 2260 2242 ® B450 PCIEX1_2 SPEAKER U31G1_12 USB34 USB56 SATA6G_1 SATA6G_2 SATA6G_3 CLRTC F_PANEL AAFP Scan the QR code to get the detailed pin definitions. ASUS PRIME B450M-K...
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• If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support. asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.
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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. ASUS PRIME B450M-K...
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Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM) This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port.
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Speed LED Speed Activity Link Status Description Status Description No link 10Mbps connection Orange Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection Orange Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection (Blinking) LAN port Orange Ready to wake (Blinking then up from S5 mode steady) ASUS PRIME B450M-K...
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Line In port (light blue). This port connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or a speaker. In the 4.1, 5.1and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.
CPU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! Installing the CPU Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary. ASUS PRIME B450M-K...
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Installing the CPU heatsink and fan assembly Type 1 Type 2 Remove the screws and the retention module only. Do not remove the plate on the bottom. Chapter 1: Product introduction...
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 (2 DIMMs). • Refer to www.asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). Recommended memory configuration DIMM_A1* DIMM_A1* DIMM_B1*...
Installing a DIMM To remove a DIMM M.2 Anchor Installation The M.2 Anchor is a tool-less design to easily fasten and secure your M.2 SSD card to your motherboard without using extra tools. To install the M.2 SSD card using the M.2 Anchor: Locate the M.2 mounting hole on your motherboard and firmly insert the M.2 Anchor into the hole.
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Firmly insert the pin on the M.2 Anchor into the hole on itself. To uninstall the M.2 SSD card: Pull up the ring on the M.2 Anchor until it is separated from the hole. Remove the M.2 SSD card from the M.2 slot. 1-11 ASUS PRIME B450M-K...
The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard. •...
EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode, fan profile and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press <F7>.
To access the EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press <F7>. Hot Keys MyFavorite Q-Fan control Language Search Menu bar Configuration Sub-menu items Scroll bar Search on fields General help Menu items Last modified Goes back Popup window settings to EZ Mode Display hardware monitoring data ASUS PRIME B450M-K...
Search on FAQ Move your mouse over this button to show a QR code. Scan this QR code with your mobile device to connect to the ASUS BIOS FAQ web page. You can also scan the QR code below. Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. ASUS PRIME B450M-K...
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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.
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ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.
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доступний на: www.asus.com/support Cijeli tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na: www.asus.com/support Türkçe AsusTek Computer Inc., bu aygıtın temel gereksinimlerle ve ilişkili Čeština Společnost ASUSTeK Computer Inc. tímto prohlašuje, že toto Yönergelerin diğer ilgili koşullarıyla uyumlu olduğunu beyan eder.
+1-510-739-3777 +1-510-608-4555 Web site http://www.asus.com/us/ Technical Support Support fax +1-812-284-0883 Telephone +1-812-282-2787 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria) Address Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax...
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FCC COMPLIANCE INFORMATION Per FCC Part 2 Section 2.1077 Asus Computer International Responsible Party: Address: 800 Corporate Way, Fremont CA 94539. Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : PRIME B450M-K compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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