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About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the 

motherboard.

How this guide is organized

This guide contains the following parts:

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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.

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Chapter 2: BIOS and RAID Support

This chapter tells how to boot into the BIOS, upgrade BIOS using the EZ Flash Utility 

and support on RAID.

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 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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Page 1: ...Motherboard TUF GAMING B450 PLUS II E17223_TUF_GAMING_B450 PLUS_II_UM indb 1 E17223_TUF_GAMING_B450 PLUS_II_UM indb 1 2020 9 16 9 30 10 2020 9 16 9 30 10 ...

Page 2: ...ENT SHALL ASUS ITS DIRECTORS OFFICERS EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS LOSS OF BUSINESS LOSS OF USE OR DATA INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CON...

Page 3: ... 1 2 Motherboard overview 1 1 1 3 Central Processing Unit CPU 1 8 1 4 System memory 1 9 Chapter 2 BIOS and RAID Support 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 2 5 RAID configurations 2 5 Appendix Notices A 1 ASUS contact information A 6 E17223_TUF_GAMING_B450 PLUS_II_UM indb 3 E17223_TUF_GAMING_B450 PLUS_II_UM indb 3 2020 9 16 9 30 10 ...

Page 4: ...mpany 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 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 de...

Page 5: ...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 perfor...

Page 6: ...n Slots 3rd 2nd 1st Gen AMD Ryzen Processors 1 x PCIe 3 0 x16 slot supports x16 mode 2nd and 1st Gen AMD Ryzen with Radeon Vega Graphics Processors 1 x PCIe 3 0 x16 slot supports x8 mode AMD Athlon with Radeon Vega Graphics Processors 1 x PCIe 3 0 x16 slot supports max x4 mode AMD B450 Chipset 1 x PCIe 2 0 x16 slot supports x4 mode 3 x PCIe 2 0 x1 slots When M 2_2 is occupied PCIe x16_2 will be di...

Page 7: ... will be disabled Ethernet 1 x Realtek L8200A 1Gb Ethernet TUF LANGuard USB Rear USB Total 8 ports 2 x USB 3 2 Gen 2 ports 1 x Type A 1 x USB Type C 4 x USB 3 2 Gen 1 ports 4 x Type A 2 x USB 2 0 ports 2 x Type A Front USB Total 6 ports 1 x USB 3 2 Gen 1 header supports additional 2 USB 3 2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2 0 headers support additional 4 USB 2 0 ports Audio Realtek ALC S1200A 7 1 Surround Sou...

Page 8: ... x AURA RGB headers 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x COM Port header 1 x Front Panel Audio header AAFP 1 x SPI TPM header 14 1 pin 1 x 10 1 pin System Panel header Special Features ASUS TUF PROTECTION ASUS DIGI VRM ASUS Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection ASUS ESD Guards TUF LANGuard ASUS Overvoltage Protection ASUS SafeSlot ASUS Stainless Steel Back I O ASUS Q Design ASUS Q DIMM ASUS Q Slot ASUS Therma...

Page 9: ...ys WinRAR UEFI BIOS ASUS EZ DIY ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode BIOS 256 Mb Flash ROM UEFI AMI BIOS Manageability WOL by PME PXE Operating System Windows 10 64 bit Windows 7 64 bit To support Windows 7 64 bit please install an AMD Ryzen 2nd Generation or Ryzen 1st Generation Processor Form Factor ATX Form Factor 12 inch x 9 6 inch 30 5 cm x 24 4 cm Specifications are s...

Page 10: ...A6G_56 V 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 DIGI VRM AIO_PUMP CHA_FAN3 CHA_FAN1 CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 M 2_1 SOCKET3 RGB_HEADER2 RGB_HEADER1 COM_DEBUG COM PANEL AAFP CLRTC 256Mb BIOS SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 EATX12V EATXPWR U32G1_12 BATTERY HDMI _DP PCIEX1_1 Super I O 2280 TPM 2260 2242 M 2_2 SOCKET3 2280 22110...

Page 11: ...board 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 DIGI VRM AIO_PUMP CHA_FAN3 CHA_FAN1 CPU_FAN CHA_FAN2 M 2_1 SOCKET3 RGB_HEADER2 RGB_HEADER1 COM_DEBUG COM...

Page 12: ...h 4 M 2 SSDs if you wish to connect a display we suggest installing a VGA card to PCIe X16_2 which will run at x4 Set PCIeX16_1 to PCIe RAID Mode under BIOS settings to enable the Hyper M 2 X16 series card 4 Fan headers The Fan headers allow you to connect fans to cool the system Header Max Current Max Power Default Speed Shared Control CPU_FAN 1A 12W Q Fan Controlled A CHA_FAN1 1A 12W Q Fan Contr...

Page 13: ...4 and SATA modes M Key design and type 2242 2260 2280 storage devices M 2_1 shares bandwidth with SATA6G_56 When M 2_1 is populated SATA6G_56 will be disabled When M 2_2 is occupied PCIe x16_2 PCIe x1_1 and PCIe x1_2 will be disabled 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 a SATA cable 8 USB 3 2 Gen 1 header The...

Page 14: ...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 12 COM Port header This header is for a serial COM port Connect the serial port module cable to this header th...

Page 15: ...is 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 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 the operating system settings Pressing the power switch for more than four seconds while the system is ON turns t...

Page 16: ...IOS FlashBackTM button Press the BIOS FlashBackTM button for three seconds until the FlashBackTM LED blinks three times indicating that the BIOS FlashBackTM function is enabled 9 USB 3 2 Gen 1 up to 5Gbps ports These 9 pin Universal Serial Bus USB ports connect to USB 3 2 Gen 1 devices 10 USB 3 2 Gen 2 up to 10Gbps port USB Type C This 9 pin Universal Serial Bus 3 2 USB 3 2 port is for USB 3 2 Gen...

Page 17: ...guration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2 4 5 1 or 7 1 channel configuration Audio 2 4 5 1 or 7 1 channel configuration Port Headset 2 channel 4 channel 5 1 channel 7 1 channel Light Blue Line In Line In Line In Side Speaker Out Lime Line Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Front Speaker Out Pink Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In Orange Center Subwoofer Center Subwoofer Black Rea...

Page 18: ...d 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 Installing the CPU Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the heatsink and fan if necessary 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 13 11 8 10 14 15 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 12 13 11 8 10 14 15 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8...

Page 19: ...on 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 Und...

Page 20: ... 10 Chapter 1 Product Introduction To remove a DIMM B A Installing a DIMM 1 2 B A A E17223_TUF_GAMING_B450 PLUS_II_UM indb 10 E17223_TUF_GAMING_B450 PLUS_II_UM indb 10 2020 9 16 9 30 15 2020 9 16 9 30 15 ...

Page 21: ...ormal 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 BIOS Setup You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or update Inappropriate BIOS settings ma...

Page 22: ...options After doing either of the three options press Delete key to enter BIOS Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup program If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting load the default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu or pres...

Page 23: ...OS to prevent system boot failure 1 Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port 2 Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press Enter 3 Press Tab to switch to the Drive field 4 Press the Up Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS and then press Enter 5 Press Tab to ...

Page 24: ...To recover the BIOS 1 Turn on the system 2 Insert 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 requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover the BIOS setting To ensure system compatibility and stability we recommend that you...

Page 25: ...o the surviving drive as it contains a complete copy of the data in the other drive This RAID configuration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to the entire system Use two new drives or use an existing drive and a new drive for this setup The new drive must be of the same size or larger than the existing drive RAID 10 is data striping and data mirroring combined without parity ...

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Page 27: ...s 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...

Page 28: ...interference that 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...

Page 29: ...plied with EU REACH and Article 33 Complying with the REACH Registration Evaluation Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals regulatory framework we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http csr asus com english REACH htm EU RoHS This product complies with the EU RoHS Directive For more details see http csr asus com english article aspx id 35 India RoHS This...

Page 30: ... been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the product electrical and electronic equipment should not be placed in municipal waste Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products DO NOT throw the mercury containing button cell battery in municipal waste This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that ...

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Page 32: ...tps www asus com us Technical Support Support fax 1 812 284 0883 Telephone 1 812 282 2787 Online support https qr asus com techserv ASUS COMPUTER GmbH Germany and Austria Address Harkortstrasse 21 23 40880 Ratingen Germany Web site https www asus com de Online contact https www asus com support Product ContactUs Services questionform lang de de Technical Support Telephone DE 49 2102 5789557 Teleph...

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