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ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING

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Chapter 3

3.2.4

EZ Tuning Wizard

EZ Tuning Wizard allows you to easily overclock your CPU and DRAM, computer usage, and

CPU fan to their best settings.

OC Setup

OC Tuning

To start OC Tuning:

Press <F11> on your keyboard or click

from the BIOS screen to open

EZ Tuning Wizard screen.

Click

then click

Next

Select a PC scenario

Daily Computing

Gaming/Media Editing,

then click

Next

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Summary of Contents for ROG STRIX B450-I

Page 1: ...Motherboard ROG STRIX B450 I GAMING E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 1 2018 06 15 18 28 24 ...

Page 2: ...d only for identification or explanation and to the owners benefit without intent to infringe Offer to Provide Source Code of Certain Software This product contains copyrighted software that is licensed under the General Public License GPL under the Lesser General Public License Version LGPL and or other Free Open Source Software Licenses Such software in this product is distributed without any wa...

Page 3: ...1 11 Chapter 2 Basic Installation 2 1 Building your PC system 2 1 2 1 1 CPU installation 2 1 2 1 2 Cooling system installation 2 2 2 1 3 Motherboard installation 2 5 2 1 4 DIMM installation 2 7 2 1 5 ATX power connection 2 8 2 1 6 SATA device connection 2 8 2 1 7 Front I O connector 2 9 2 1 8 Expansion card installation 2 10 2 1 9 M 2 installation 2 11 2 1 10 Wi Fi antenna installation 2 13 2 2 Mo...

Page 4: ...on 3 17 3 6 8 Network Stack Configuration 3 18 3 6 9 HDD SSD SMART Information 3 18 3 6 10 USB Configuration 3 18 3 7 Monitor menu 3 19 3 8 Boot menu 3 19 3 9 Tool menu 3 21 3 9 1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility 3 21 3 9 2 ASUS Secure Erase 3 22 3 9 3 ASUS User Profile 3 23 3 9 4 ASUS SPD Information 3 23 3 9 5 Graphics Card Information 3 23 3 10 Exit menu 3 24 3 11 Updating BIOS 3 25 3 11 1 EZ Update 3 2...

Page 5: ...bout the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using contact your local power company If the power supply is broken do not try to fix it by yourself Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer Operation safety Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it carefully read all the manuals that came with the package Before using the product ensure all cables are correctly c...

Page 6: ...hapter 3 BIOS Setup This chapter tells how to change system settings through the BIOS Setup menus Detailed descriptions of the BIOS parameters are also provided Chapter 4 RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates 1 ASUS website The ASUS website www asus co...

Page 7: ...ons that you MUST follow to complete a task NOTE Tips and additional information to help you complete a task Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an item to select Italics Used to emphasize a word or a phrase Key Keys enclosed in the less than and greater than sign means that you must press the enclosed key Example Enter means that you must press the Enter or Return key Key1 Key2 Key3 If you m...

Page 8: ... Radeon Vega Graphics Processors 1 x PCIe 3 0 x16 supports x8 Graphics AM4 socket for AMD Ryzen with Radeon Vega Graphics Processors Multi VGA output support HDMI port Supports HDMI 2 0b with maximum resolution of 4096 x 2160 60Hz Wireless Bluetooth Wi Fi 802 11 a b g n ac supports dual frequency band 2 4 5 GHz with MU MIMO support Bluetooth v4 2 4 0LE 3 0 HS LAN Intel Ethernet Controller I211 AT ...

Page 9: ...cessors 4 x USB 3 1 Gen 1 ports 4 ports at back panel blue AMD B450 chipset 2 x USB 3 1 Gen 2 ports 2 ports at back panel red Type A 2 x USB 3 1 Gen 1 ports 2 ports at mid board 2 x USB 2 0 ports 2 ports at mid board ROG Exclusive Features ROG RAMCache II ROG GameFirst IV ROG Overwolf ROG CPU Z Special Features Performance Optimization 5 Way Optimization Whole system optimization with a single cli...

Page 10: ...udio module in the front panel to support an 8 channel audio output Internal I O connectors 1 x USB 3 1 Gen1 header supports additional 2 USB 3 1 Gen 1 ports 1 x USB 2 0 header supports additional 2 USB 2 0 ports 4 x SATA 6Gb s connectors 1 x M 2_1 Socket 3 for M Key type 2242 2260 2280 storage devices support 1 x M 2_2 Socket 3 for M Key type 2242 2260 2280 storage devices support 1 x 4 Pin CPU f...

Page 11: ...ed log F12 PrintScreen and ASUS DRAM SPD Serial Presence Detect memory information Secure Erase User Profile F4 AURA ON OFF F9 Search Manageability WOL PXE Support DVD contents Drivers ASUS Utilities Anti virus software Operating System Support Windows 10 64 bit Form Factor Mini ITX Form Factor 6 7 x 6 7 17 0 cm x 17 0 cm Specifications are subject to change without notice E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_...

Page 12: ...es 1 x ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi Fi moving antennas Wi Fi 802 11a b g n ac compliant 1 x I O shield 1 x ROG Strix sticker 1 x M 2 mounting kit 2 x M 2 Screw Packages 1 x Cable Tie Package 1 x ROG Strix thank you card Application DVD 1 x ROG motherboard support DVD Documentation 1 x User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing contact your retailer E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 1...

Page 13: ... Power supply unit AMD AM4 CPU AMD AM4 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive optional Graphics card optional The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 13 2018 06 15 18 28 25 ...

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Page 15: ...ing the ICs on them Whenever you uninstall any component place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component 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 1 1 Motherboard overview 1 1 1 B...

Page 16: ...er to 1 1 8 Internal connectors and 2 2 1 Rear I O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors 1 1 2 Motherboard layout AMD B450 STRIX B450 I GAMING E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 2 2018 06 15 18 28 26 ...

Page 17: ...r 4 pin RGB_HEADER 1 15 6 DDR4 DIMM slots 1 5 7 System panel connectors 10 1 pin F_PANEL 4 pin SPEAKER 1 16 8 AMD Serial ATA 6 0 Gb s connectors 7 pin SATA6G_1 4 1 11 9 Thermal sensor connector 2 pin T_SENSOR 1 17 10 USB 2 0 connector 10 1 pin USB12 1 12 11 USB 3 1 Gen 1 connector 20 1 pin U31G1_12 1 13 12 Clear RTC RAM jumper 2 pin CLRTC 1 8 13 M 2 sockets M 2_1 M 2_2 1 18 14 Front panel audio co...

Page 18: ...X B450 I GAMING ROG STRIX B450 I GAMING CPU AM4 Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU The AM4 socket has a different pinout design Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM4 socket The CPU fits in only one correct orientation DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM...

Page 19: ...ne Memory Modules DIMM slots A DDR4 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 STRIX B450 I GAMING ROG STRIX B450 I GAMING 288 pin DDR4 DIMM socket Recommended memory configurations E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 5 2018 06 15 18 28 26 ...

Page 20: ...cient memory cooling system to support a full memory load 2 DIMMs or overclocking condition Always install the DIMMS with the same CAS Latency For an optimum compatibility we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or data code D C from the same vendor Check with the vendor to get the correct memory modules Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL You may install varying mem...

Page 21: ...mponents STRIX B450 I GAMING Slot No Slot Description 1 PCIe 3 0 x16 slot CPU Family PCIe Operating mode PCIe x16 M 2_1 SATA mode M 2_1 PCIe mode M 2_2 PCIe mode AMD Ryzen 2nd Generation Ryzen 1st Generation Processors x16 Support x4 N A x8 Support x4 x4 AMD Ryzen with Radeon Vega Graphics Processor x8 Support x4 N A N A Support x4 N A E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 7 2018 06 15 18 28 27 ...

Page 22: ...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 Except when clearing the RTC RAM never place a metal object on the CLRTC jumper Placing a metal object will cause system boot failure If the steps above do not help remove the onboard bat...

Page 23: ...d LEDs STRIX B450 I GAMING ROG STRIX B450 I GAMING Standby power LED 2 Q LEDs CPU DRAM VGA BOOT Q LEDs check key components CPU DRAM VGA card and booting devices in sequence during motherboard booting process If an error is found the corresponding LED remains lit until the problem is solved This user friendly design provides an intuitive way to locate the root problem within seconds The Q LEDs pro...

Page 24: ...your favorite LED effect You can set your favorite LED effect to cast a stunning multi color glow across your build change shades to indicate CPU temperature pulsate in time to the beat of your music or set your favorite color for each pair of LEDs ROG STRIX B450 I GAMING RGB LED Lighting E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 10 2018 06 15 18 28 27 ...

Page 25: ...and 10 configuration through the onboard AMD B450 chipset STRIX B450 I GAMING ROG STRIX B450 I GAMING AMD Serial ATA 6 Gb s connectors These connectors are set to AHCI by default If you intend to create a Serial ATA RAID set using these connectors set the SATA Mode Selection item in the BIOS to RAID Before creating a RAID set refer to the RAID Configuration Guide You can download the RAID Configur...

Page 26: ...ectors are for ATX power supply plugs The power supply plugs are designed to fit these connectors in only one orientation Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit Never connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors Doing so will damage the motherboard 3 USB 2 0 connector 10 1 pin USB12 This connector is for a USB 2 0 port Connect the USB module cable to thi...

Page 27: ... AAFP This connector 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 connector ROG STRIX B450 I GAMING USB 3 1 Gen 1 connector STRIX B450 I GAMING The USB 3 1 Gen 1 module is purchased separately The plugged USB 3 1 gen 1 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system s se...

Page 28: ...ched 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 R...

Page 29: ...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 RGB LED extension cable and the RGB LED strip is 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 ...

Page 30: ...ata is read from or written to the HDD System warning speaker 4 pin SPEAKER This 4 pin connector 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 PWRBTN This connector 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 ...

Page 31: ...Ensure to fully insert the 4 pin CPU fan cable to the CPU fan connector The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 2 W fan power 2A Connect the pump cable from the all in one cooler AIO cooler to the AIO_PUMP header and connect the fan cables to the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN headers ROG STRIX B450 I GAMING Fan connectors STRIX B450 I GAMING 10 Thermal sensor connector 2 pin T_SENSOR This conn...

Page 32: ...storage devices For AMD Ryzen with Radeon Vega Graphics Processors M 2_1 supports PCIE 3 0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 2260 2280 storage devices M 2_2 socket shares bandwidth with PCIE x16 When M 2_2 slot runs in PCIE mode the PCIE x16 slot will run at x8 mode The M 2_2 socket is not supported for these CPU The M 2 SSD module is purchased separately For a 2242 storage device use th...

Page 33: ...nstalled with the bigger screw hole on the 2260 standoff 2 3 1 To install a 2242 M 2 SSD module to M 2_2 socket 1 Align the bigger hole on the mounting kit with the 2260 standoff and secure it with a screw 2 Install the 2242 M 2 SSD module to the M 2_2 socket 3 Secure the M 2 SSD module to the M 2_2 socket with a screw E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 19 2018 06 15 18 28 29 ...

Page 34: ...1 20 Chapter 1 Product Introduction Chapter 1 E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 20 2018 06 15 18 28 29 ...

Page 35: ...h models but the installation steps are the same for all models 2 1 1 CPU installation The AMD AM4 socket is compatible with AMD AM4 processors Ensure you use a CPU designed for the AM4 socket The CPU fits in only one correct orientation DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 1 2018 06 15 18 2...

Page 36: ...heatsink and fan assembly Type 1 2 1 2 Cooling system installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU cooling system and CPU before you install the cooling system if necessary E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 2 2018 06 15 18 28 33 ...

Page 37: ...3 Chapter 2 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 E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 3 2018 06 15 18 28 34 ...

Page 38: ...2 4 Chapter 2 Basic Installation Chapter 2 To install an AIO cooler AIO_PUMP CHA_FAN CPU_FAN E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 4 2018 06 15 18 28 34 ...

Page 39: ...rboard installation 1 Install the I O Shield to the chassis rear I O panel 2 Place the motherboard into the chassis ensuring that its rear I O ports are aligned to the chassis rear I O panel E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 5 2018 06 15 18 28 34 ...

Page 40: ... Place four 4 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 STRIX B450 I GAMING E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 6 2018 06 15 18 28 35 ...

Page 41: ...ROG STRIX B450 I GAMING 2 7 Chapter 2 2 1 4 DIMM installation To remove a DIMM E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 7 2018 06 15 18 28 35 ...

Page 42: ...2 8 Chapter 2 Basic Installation Chapter 2 2 1 5 ATX power connection OR Ensure to connect the 8 pin power plug 2 1 6 SATA device connection E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 8 2018 06 15 18 28 35 ...

Page 43: ...ront I O connector USB 2 0 AAFP To install USB 2 0 connector To install front panel audio connector USB 3 1 Gen 1 To install USB 3 1 Gen 1 connector To install the front panel connector E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 9 2018 06 15 18 28 35 ...

Page 44: ...2 10 Chapter 2 Basic Installation Chapter 2 2 1 8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 10 2018 06 15 18 28 36 ...

Page 45: ...ROG STRIX B450 I GAMING 2 11 Chapter 2 2 1 9 M 2 installation M 2_1 Socket Top side 1 1 2 7 7 6 4 5 3 7 7 6 4 5 E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 11 2018 06 15 18 28 36 ...

Page 46: ...2 12 Chapter 2 Basic Installation Chapter 2 Supported M 2 type varies per motherboard M 2_2 Socket Bottom side E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 12 2018 06 15 18 28 36 ...

Page 47: ...he back of the chassis Ensure that the ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi Fi antennas are securely installed to the Wi Fi ports Ensure that the antennas are at least 20 cm away from all persons The illustration above is for reference only The I O port layout may vary with models but the Wi Fi antenna installation procedure is the same for all models E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 13 2018 06 15 18 28 36...

Page 48: ... USB 3 1 Gen 2 ports 1 2 Type A 6 Wi Fi 802 11 a b g n ac Bluetooth V4 2 7 Color coded LED Audio jacks USB 3 1 Gen 1 Gen 2 devices can only be used as data storage only We strongly recommend that you connect your devices to ports with matching data transfer rate Please connect your USB 3 1 Gen 1 devices to USB 3 1 Gen 1 ports and your USB 3 1 Gen 2 devices to USB 3 1 Gen 2 ports for faster and bet...

Page 49: ...ge Blinking Data activity Green 1 Gbps connection Orange Blinking then steady Ready to wake up from S5 mode Audio 2 4 5 1 or 7 1 channel configuration 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 Ba...

Page 50: ...2 16 Chapter 2 Basic Installation Chapter 2 Connect to Stereo Speakers Connect to 2 channel Speakers Connect to 4 channel Speakers E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 16 2018 06 15 18 28 37 ...

Page 51: ...ROG STRIX B450 I GAMING 2 17 Chapter 2 Connect to 5 1 channel Speakers Connect to 7 1 channel Speakers E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 17 2018 06 15 18 28 37 ...

Page 52: ...ts are running the BIOS beeps refer to the BIOS beep codes table or additional messages appear on the screen If you do not see anything within 30 seconds from the time you turned on the power the system may have failed a power on test Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance BIOS Beep Description One short beep VGA detected Quick boot set to disabled No keyboa...

Page 53: ...settings advanced power management and boot device configuration that are needed for system startup in the motherboard CMOS In normal circumstances the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure optimal performance DO NOT change the default BIOS settings except in the following circumstances An error message appears on the screen during the system bootup and requests you to run the B...

Page 54: ...Please visit ASUS website for the detailed BIOS content manual BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can be used under two modes EZ Mode and Advanced Mode You can change modes from Setup Mode in Boot menu or by pressing the F7 hotkey 3 2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters The BIOS screen include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide yo...

Page 55: ...ns The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed Refer to the Setup Mode item in section Boot menu for details Sub menu items General help Menu bar Language Qfan Control F6 MyFavorite F3 EZ Tuning Wizard F11 AURA ON OFF F4 Search F9 Scroll bar Pop up Menu Configuration fields Last modified settings Go back to EZ Mode Hot Keys Displays a quick overview of the system status S...

Page 56: ...respective menu items Submenu items A greater than sign before each item on any menu screen means that the item has a submenu To display the submenu select the item and press Enter Language This button above the menu bar contains the languages that you can select for your BIOS Click this button to select the language that you want to display in your BIOS screen My Favorites F3 This button above th...

Page 57: ...the screen Press the Up Down arrow keys or Page Up Page Down keys to display the other items on the screen General help At the bottom of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item Use F12 key to capture the BIOS screen and save it to the removable storage device Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items If an item is user configurable you can change the ...

Page 58: ... on the devices you installed to the system Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Displays a quick overview of the system status Displays the system properties of the selected mode Click or to switch EZ System Tuning modes Loads optimized default settings Creates storage RAID and configures system overclocking Displays the CPU Fan s speed Click the button to manually tune the fans...

Page 59: ...d of your CPU and chassis fans Click to select a fan to be configured Click to activate PWM Mode Click to undo the changes Click to apply the fan setting Click to go back to main menu Select a profile to apply to your fans Click to activate DC Mode Select to manually configure your fans E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 7 2018 06 15 18 28 38 ...

Page 60: ...ng speed To configure your fans 1 Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status 2 Click and drag the speed points to adjust the fans operating speed 3 Click Apply to save the changes then click Exit ESC Speed points Select to manually configure your fans E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 8 2018 06 15 18 28 38 ...

Page 61: ... usage and CPU fan to their best settings OC Setup OC Tuning To start OC Tuning 1 Press F11 on your keyboard or click from the BIOS screen to open EZ Tuning Wizard screen 2 Click OC then click Next 3 Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming Media Editing then click Next E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 9 2018 06 15 18 28 38 ...

Page 62: ...t a Main Cooling System BOX cooler Tower cooler Water cooler or I m not sure then click Next 5 After selecting the Main Cooling System click Next then click Yes to start the OC Tuning E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 10 2018 06 15 18 28 38 ...

Page 63: ... space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items My Favorites comes with several performance power saving and fast boot related items by default You can personalize this screen by adding or removing items E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 11 2018 06 15 18 28 38 ...

Page 64: ...from the submenu panel and click or press Enter on your keyboard You cannot add the following items to My Favorite items Items with submenu options User managed items such as language and boot order Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information system time and date 4 Click Exit ESC or press Esc key to close Setup Tree Map screen 5 Go to My Favorites menu to view the saved BIOS items Main menu...

Page 65: ...related items Be cautious when changing the settings of the Ai Tweaker menu items Incorrect field values can cause the system to malfunction The configuration options for this section vary depending on the CPU and DIMM model you installed on the motherboard Ai Overclock Tuner Allows you to select the CPU overclocking options to achieve the desired CPU internal frequency Configuration options Auto ...

Page 66: ...s item allows you to automatically overclock the CPU and DRAM frequencies and voltage for an enhanced system performance Keep Current Settings Keep the current settings without changing anything TPU I Applies air cooling overclocking conditions TPU II Applies water cooling overclocking conditions Ensure to use water cooling device before selecting TPU II 3 6 Advanced menu The Advanced menu items a...

Page 67: ...he items in this menu allow you to change the settings of the north bridge related items IGFX Multi Monitor This item allows you to enable or disable Internal Graphics Device Multi Monitor Support for add on VGA devices Configuration options Enable Disable Primary Video Device This item allows you to decide which graphics controller to use as the primary boot device Configuration options IGFX Vide...

Page 68: ...you to enable or disable the selected SATA port Configuration options Disabled Enabled Hot Plug These items appears only when the SATA Mode is set to AHCI and allows you to enable or disable SATA Hot Plug Support Configuration options Disabled Enabled M 2 Gray Press Enter to rename AMD APU M 2 ports 3 6 6 Onboard Devices Configuration The items in this menu allow you to switch between PCIe Lanes a...

Page 69: ...ion options On Off Intel LAN Controller This item allows you to enable or disable the Intel LAN controllers Configuration options On Off Intel LAN OPROM This item appears only when you set the previous item to On and allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the Intel LAN controller Configuration options On Off Wi Fi Controller This item allows you to enable or disable the Wi Fi control...

Page 70: ... network stack 3 6 9 HDD SSD SMART Information This menu displays the SMART information of the connected devices NVM Express devices do not support SMART information 3 6 10 USB Configuration The items in this menu allow you to change the USB related features The Mass Storage Devices item shows the auto detected values If no USB device is detected the item shows None Legacy USB Support Enabled Your...

Page 71: ...he next boot after an AC power loss Boot Configuration Setup Mode Advanced Mode This item allows you to go to Advanced Mode of the BIOS after POST EZ Mode This item allows you to go to EZ Mode of the BIOS after POST CSM Compatibility Support Module This item allows you to configure the CSM Compatibility Support Module items to fully support the various VGA bootable devices and add on devices for b...

Page 72: ...ices that you want to launch Configuration options Legacy only UEFI driver first Secure Boot This item allows you to configure the Windows Secure Boot settings and manage its keys to protect the system from unauthorized access and malwares during POST Boot Option Priorities These items specify the boot device priority sequence from the available devices The number of device items that appears on t...

Page 73: ...o enable or disable the Setup animator Configuration options Enabled Disabled 3 9 1 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility This item allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3 When you press Enter a confirmation message appears Use the left right arrow key to select between Yes or No then press Enter to confirm your choice For more details refer to section 3 11 2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 21 ...

Page 74: ...an incompatible SSD The time to erase the contents of your SSD may take a while depending on its size Do not turn off the system during the process Status definition Frozen The frozen state is the result of a BIOS protective measure The BIOS guards drives that do not have password protection by freezing them prior to booting If the drive is frozen a power off or hard reset of your PC must be perfo...

Page 75: ...ettings to the BIOS Flash and create a profile Key in a profile number from one to eight press Enter and then select Yes Load Save Profile from to USB Drive This item allows you to load or save profile from your USB drive load and save profile to your USB drive 3 9 3 ASUS User Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS setting profiles 3 9 5 Graphics Card Information This item dis...

Page 76: ...Reset Once you are finished making your selections choose this option from the Exit menu to ensure the values you selected are saved When you select this option or if you press F10 a confirmation window appears Select OK to save changes and exit Discard Changes Exit This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes When you select this option or if you press Esc a confir...

Page 77: ... for this motherboard The following utilities allow you to manage and update the motherboard BIOS setup program 1 EZ Update Updates the BIOS in Windows environment 2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Updates the BIOS using a USB flash drive 3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 Restores the BIOS using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive when the BIOS file fails or gets corrupted 3 11 1 EZ Update The EZ Update is a u...

Page 78: ... the BIOS setup program Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press Enter 2 Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port 3 Select via Storage Device s 4 Press Tab to switch to the Drive field 5 Press the Up Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS and then press Enter 6 Press Tab to switch to the Folder Info field 7 ...

Page 79: ...To update the BIOS by Internet 1 Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press Enter 2 Select via Internet 3 Press the Left Right arrow keys to select an Internet connection method and then press Enter Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under ...

Page 80: ...s www asus com support and save it to a USB flash drive Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS 1 Turn on the system 2 Insert the motherboard support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive containing 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 3 automatically 4 The system...

Page 81: ...may vary per system RAID 0 Data striping optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in parallel interleaved stacks Two hard disks perform the same work as a single drive but at a sustained data transfer rate double that of a single disk alone thus improving data access and storage Use of two new identical hard disk drives is required for this setup RAID 1 Data mirroring copies...

Page 82: ...4 2 Chapter 4 RAID Support Chapter 4 E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 2 2018 06 15 18 28 40 ...

Page 83: ...erference 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 receivi...

Page 84: ... may cause undesired operation of the device CAN ICES 3 B NMB 3 B Déclaration de conformité de Innovation Sciences et Développement économique Canada ISED Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d Innovation Sciences et Développement économique Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence L exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes 1 l appareil ne doit pas produire de ...

Page 85: ...vices 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 Please go to http csr asus com english Takeback htm for detailed recycling information in different regions Regional notice f...

Page 86: ...ent regulations Déclaration d Industrie Canada relative aux modules sans fil Bluetooth Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada NCC Taiwan Wireless Statement Japan RF Equipment Statement 屋外での使用について本製品は 5GHz帯域での通信に対応しています電波法の定めにより5 2GHz 5 3GHz帯域の電波は屋外で使用が禁じられています法律および規制遵守本製品は電波法及びこれに基づく命令の定めるところに従い使用してください日本国外ではその国の...

Page 87: ...tion de cet appareil dans certains lieux les avions les aéroports les hôpitaux les stations service et les garages professionnels b Évitez d utiliser cet appareil à proximité de dispositifs médicaux implantés Si vous portez un implant électronique stimulateurs cardiaques pompes à insuline neurostimulateurs veuillez impérativement respecter une distance minimale de 15 centimètres entre cet appareil...

Page 88: ...dilo izjave EU o skladnosti je na voljo na https www asus com support Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity ASUSTek Computer Inc hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014 53 EU Full text of EU declaration of conformity is available at https www asus com support Déclaration simplifiée de conformité de l UE ASU...

Page 89: ...เกี ยวข องอื น ๆ ของบทบัญญัติข อกำ หนด 2014 53 EU เนื อหาที สมบูรณ ของประกาศความสอดคล องกับ EU มีอยู ที https www asus com support Basitleştirilmiş AB Uyumluluk Bildirimi ASUSTek Computer Inc bu aygıtın 2014 53 EU Yönergesinin temel gereksinimlerine ve diğer ilgili hükümlerine uygun olduğunu bildirir AB uygunluk bildiriminin tam metni şu adreste bulunabilir https www asus com support Спрощена декл...

Page 90: ...lephone 1 510 739 3777 Fax 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 https www asus com support Product ContactUs Services questionform lang en us ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Germany and Austria Address Harkort Str 21 23 40880 Ratingen Germany Fax 49 2102 959931 Web site http www asus com de Online contact http eu rma a...

Page 91: ...es that the product Product Name Motherboard Model Number ROG STRIX B450 I GAMING compliance statement 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 Ver 180125 E14337_ROG_STRIX_B4...

Page 92: ...A 10 Appendix Appendix E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450 I_GAMING_UM indb 10 2018 06 15 18 28 41 ...

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