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Contents Safety information........................................................................................................ v About this guide.......................................................................................................... vi ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING specifications summary........................................... viii Package contents.......................................................................................................
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS............................................................................................. 3-1 3.2 BIOS setup program................................................................................... 3-2 3.2.1 Advanced Mode........................................................................... 3-3 3.2.2 EZ Mode...................................................................................... 3-6 3.2.3 Q-Fan Control..................................
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.
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: • Chapter 1: Product Introduction This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes description of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.
Conventions used in this guide To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components 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.
ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING specifications summary AM4 socket for AMD Ryzen™ 2nd Generation/Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics / Ryzen™ 1st Generation Processors CPU Supports CPU up to 8 cores* * Due to CPU limitation, CPU cores supported varies by processor. * Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD® CPU support list. Chipset AMD® B450 Chipset AMD Ryzen™ 2nd Generation Processor 2 x DIMM, max. 32GB, DDR4 3600(O.C.) / 3466(O.C.) / 3200(O.C.) / 3000(O.C.) / 2933(O.C.) / 2800(O.C.
ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING specifications summary SupremeFX S1220A 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC - Supports up to 32-Bit/192kHz playback* - High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR recording input - Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs - Dual Op Amplifiers Audio - LED-illuminated audio jacks - Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, and Front Panel Jack-retasking Audio Feature: - Sonic Studio III + Sonic Studio Link - Sonic Radar III * Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth
ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING specifications summary ASUS Q-Design - Q-Shield - Q-LED (CPU, DRAM, VGA, Boot Device LED) - Q-Slot - Q-DIMM Gamer’s Guardian Special Features - SafeSlot - DIGI+ VRM - DRAM Overcurrent Protection - ESD Guards on LAN, Audio and USB ports - Highly Durable Components - Stainless Steel Back I/O ASUS Exclusive Features - AURA Lighting Control - AI Suite 3 - AI Charger - ASUS Grid 2 x USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports (2 x Type-A [red]) 4 x USB 3.
ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING specifications summary BIOS 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard 1 x ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING motherboard 2 x SATA 6 Gb/s cables Cables 1 x Addressable LED extension cable 1 x Panel Cable 1 x ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi moving antennas (Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac compliant) 1 x I/O shield Accessories 1 x ROG Strix sticker 1 x M.2 mounting kit 2 x M.
Installation tools and components 1 Bag of screws Phillips (cross) screwdriver PC chassis 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. xiii E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450-I_GAMING_UM.
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Product Introduction Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1: 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.
1.1.2 Motherboard layout STRIX B450-I GAMING Chapter 1 AMD B450 Refer to 1.1.8 Internal connectors and 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-2 E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450-I_GAMING_UM.
Layout contents ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450-I_GAMING_UM.indb 3 Page 1-12 Chapter 1 Connectors/Jumpers/Slots 1. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) 2. Fan and pump connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin AIO_PUMP; 4-pin CHA_FAN) 3. AM4 CPU socket 4. Addressable RGB header (4-1 pin ADD_HEADER1) 5. AURA RGB header (4-pin RGB_HEADER) 6. DDR4 DIMM slots 7. System panel connectors (10-1 pin F_PANEL; 4-pin SPEAKER) 8. AMD® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-4) 9.
1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AM4 socket designed for AMD Ryzen™ 2nd Generation / Ryzen™ 1st Generation / Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors. STRIX B450-I GAMING Chapter 1 ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING CPU AM4 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.
1.1.4 System memory Chapter 1 The motherboard comes with two (2) Double Data Rate 4 (DDR4) Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots. STRIX B450-I GAMING 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. ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING 288-pin DDR4 DIMM socket Recommended memory configurations ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450-I_GAMING_UM.
Memory configurations You may install 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. Chapter 1 • 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.
1.1.5 Expansion slots STRIX B450-I GAMING Chapter 1 Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Slot No. 1 Slot Description PCIe 3.0 x16 slot CPU Family PCIe Operating mode PCIe x16 M.2_1 (SATA mode) M.2_1 (PCIe mode) M.
1.1.6 1. Jumper Clear RTC RAM (2-pin CLRTC) Chapter 1 This jumper allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in CMOS. You can clear the CMOS memory of date, time, and system setup parameters by erasing the CMOS RTC RAM data. The onboard button cell battery powers the RAM data in CMOS, which include system setup information such as 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.
1.1.7 1. Onboard LEDs Standby Power LED (SB_PWR) STRIX B450-I GAMING Chapter 1 The motherboard comes with a standby power LED. The LED lights up to indicate that the system is ON, in sleep mode, or in soft-off mode. This is a reminder that you should shut down the system and unplug the power cable before removing or plugging in any motherboard component. The illustration below shows the location of the onboard LED ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING Standby power LED 2.
3. RGB LED Chapter 1 The RGB LED lighting control provides several lighting schemes, which allows you to customize 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 1-10 E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450-I_GAMING_UM.
1.1.8 1. Internal connectors AMD® Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s connectors (7-pin SATA6G_1-4) Chapter 1 These connectors connect to Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s hard disk drives via Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s signal cables. STRIX B450-I GAMING If you installed Serial ATA hard disk drives, you can create a RAID 0, 1, and 10 configuration through the onboard AMD® B450 chipset. ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING AMD Serial ATA 6 Gb/s connectors • These connectors are set to [AHCI] by default.
2. ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) These connectors 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. STRIX B450-I GAMING Chapter 1 ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING ATX power connectors 3. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.
4. USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector (20-1 pin U31G1_12) STRIX B450-I GAMING Chapter 1 This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.1 Gen 1 module for additional USB 3.1 Gen 1 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.1 Gen 1 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.1 Gen 1 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING USB 3.
6. Addressable RGB header (4-1 pin ADD_HEADER1) This connector is for individually addressable RGB WS2812B LED strips with embedded WS2811LED driver ICs. STRIX B450-I GAMING Chapter 1 ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING ADD header The addressable RGB header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/ Ground), with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V) and a maximum of 60 LEDs.
7. AURA RGB header (4-pin RGB_HEADER) STRIX B450-I GAMING Chapter 1 This connector is for RGB LED strips. ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING RGB_HEADER connector The RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V), and no longer than 3 m. 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.
8. System panel connectors (10-1 pin F_PANEL; 4-pin SPEAKER) These connectors supports several chassis-mounted functions. STRIX B450-I GAMING Chapter 1 ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING SPEAKER & F_PANEL connectors • System power LED (2-pin PLED) This 2-pin connector is for the system power LED. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this connector. The system power LED lights up when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
9. Fan and pump connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin AIO_PUMP; 4-pin CHA_FAN) STRIX B450-I GAMING Chapter 1 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. ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING Fan connectors 10. • DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage the motherboard components.
11. M.2 sockets (M.2_1; M.2_2) These sockets allow you to install M.2 SSD modules. STRIX B450-I GAMING Chapter 1 ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING M.2 socket • For AMD Ryzen™ 2nd Generation/Ryzen™ 1st Generation 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 supports PCIE 3.0 x4 M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 storage devices*. • For AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics Processors** - M.2_1 supports PCIE 3.
To install a 2242 M.2 SSD module to M.2_2 socket: 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. Chapter 1 1. 3 2 1 • For a 2242 storage device, use the bundled 2242 mounting kit. • Before installing a 2242 M.2 SSD module, ensure that the mounting kit is properly installed with the bigger screw hole on the 2260 standoff.
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Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2 The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with models, but the installation steps are the same for all models. 2.1.1 CPU installation ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450-I_GAMING_UM.indb 1 Chapter 2 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.
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. CPU heatsink and fan assembly Type 1 Chapter 2 2-2 E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450-I_GAMING_UM.
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. ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450-I_GAMING_UM.
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Motherboard 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. ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450-I_GAMING_UM.indb 5 Chapter 2 2.1.
3. Place four (4) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. STRIX B450-I GAMING Chapter 2 DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. 2-6 E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450-I_GAMING_UM.
DIMM installation Chapter 2 2.1.4 To remove a DIMM ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450-I_GAMING_UM.
2.1.5 ATX power connection OR Chapter 2 Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug. 2.1.6 SATA device connection 2-8 E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450-I_GAMING_UM.
2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install the front panel connector To install front panel audio connector To install USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector Chapter 2 AAFP To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 2.0 ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450-I_GAMING_UM.
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5 2.1.9 4 M.2 installation M.2_1 Socket (Top side) 1 7 2 1 7 Chapter 2 6 3 5 4 7 ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING 6 E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450-I_GAMING_UM.
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2.1.10 Wi-Fi antenna installation Installing the ASUS 2x2 dual band W-Fi antennas • 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. Chapter 2 Connect the bundled ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antennas to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. The illustration above is for reference only.
2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection Chapter 2 Rear panel connectors 1. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 3, 4 2. USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 5, 6 3. LAN (RJ-45) port* 4. 5. 6. HDMI port USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports 1, 2 (Type-A) Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth V4.2 7. Color-coded LED Audio jacks** * and ** : Refer to the tables below for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions. • USB 3.1 Gen 1/Gen 2 devices can only be used as data storage only.
* LAN ports LED indications Activity Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description Off No link Off Orange Linked Orange 100 Mbps connection Orange (Blinking) Data activity Orange (Blinking then steady) Green ACT/LINK SPEED LED LED 10 Mbps connection LAN port 1 Gbps connection Ready to wake up from S5 mode ** Audio 2, 4, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel) Pink (Rear panel) Lime (Front panel) 2.2.2 Headset 4-channel 5.
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2.3 Starting up for the first time 1. After making all the connections, replace the system case cover. 2. Ensure that all switches are off. 3. Connect the power cord to the power connector at the back of the system chassis. 4. Connect the power cord to a power outlet that is equipped with a surge protector. 5. Turn on the devices in the following order: 6. a. Monitor b. External storage devices (starting with the last device on the chain) c.
Chapter 3: BIOS Setup BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3 The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system. The term “BIOS” in this user manual refers to “UEFI BIOS” unless otherwise specified.
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 you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press or , POST continues with its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after POST: • Press ++ simultaneously.
3.2.1 Advanced Mode The Advanced Mode provides advanced options for experienced end-users to configure the BIOS settings. The figure below shows an example of the Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section Boot menu for details.
Menu bar The menu bar on top of the screen has the following main items: My Favorites For saving the frequently-used system settings and configuration. Main For changing the basic system configuration Ai Tweaker For changing the overclocking settings Advanced For changing the advanced system settings Monitor For displaying the system temperature, power status, and changing the fan settings.
Search (F9) This button allows you to search for BIOS items by entering its name, enter the item name to find the related item listing. AURA (F4) This button allows you to turn the RGB LED lighting or functional LED on or off. [ON] All AURA effects will be enabled. (Default mode) [OFF] All AURA effects will be disabled. [Stealth Mode] Functional LEDs (F-Panel) and all AURA effects will be disabled.
3.2.2 EZ Mode The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance, mode and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, select Advanced Mode or press the hotkey for the advanced BIOS settings. To switch from Advanced Mode to EZ Mode, click EZ Mode(F7) or press the hotkey. Displays a quick overview of the system status Displays the system properties of the selected mode.
3.2.3 Q-Fan Control The QFan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan to be configured Select a profile to apply to your fans Click to activate PWM Mode Click to activate DC Mode Click to apply the fan setting ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450-I_GAMING_UM.
Configuring fans manually Select Manual from the list of profiles to manually configure your fans’ operating speed. Speed points Select to manually configure your fans To configure your fans: Chapter 3 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). 3-8 E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450-I_GAMING_UM.
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 on your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. 2. Click OC then click Next. 3. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450-I_GAMING_UM.indb 9 from the BIOS screen to open Chapter 3 1.
4. Select 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. Chapter 3 3-10 E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450-I_GAMING_UM.
3.3 My Favorites My Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING E14337_ROG_STRIX_B450-I_GAMING_UM.indb 11 Chapter 3 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.
Adding items to My Favorites To add BIOS items: 1. Press on your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. from the BIOS screen to open 2. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in My Favorites screen. Main menu panel Selected shortcut items Submenu panel Delete all favorite items Recover to default favorite items 3.
3.4 Main menu The Main menu screen appears when you enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS Setup program. The Main menu provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to set the system date, time, language, and security settings. Security The Security menu items allow you to change the system security settings. 3.5 • If you have forgotten your BIOS password, erase the CMOS Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM to clear the BIOS password. See section 1.1.
CPU Core Ratio This item allows you to set a custom CPU core ratio. The CPU core ratio is calculated with the formula: 2 * FID / DID. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] The following items appear only when you set the Custom CPU Core Ratio to [Manual]. FID This item allows you to set the core frequency multiplier. Use the <+> or <-> to adjust the value. DID This item allows you to set the core frequency divisor. Use the <+> or <-> to adjust the value.
3.6.2 CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed. PSS Support This item allows you enable or disable the generation of ACPI_PPC, _PSS, and _PCT objects. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] [Auto] SVM Mode This item allows you enable or disable CPU Virtualization. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.6.
SATA Mode This item allows you to set the SATA configuration. [AHCI] Set to [AHCI] when you want the SATA hard disk drives to use the AHCI (Advanced Host Controller Interface). The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands. [RAID] Set to [RAID] when you want to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives. SMART Self Test S.M.A.R.T.
PCIEX16 Mode This item allows you to set the link speed for PCIEX16/X8_1 slot. Configuration options: [Auto] [GEN 1] [GEN 2] [GEN 3] M.2_1 Link Mode This item allows you to set the link speed for M.2_1 Device. Configuration options: [Auto] [GEN 1] [GEN 2] [GEN 3] SB Link Mode This item allows you to set the link speed for Southbridge.
Restore On AC Power Loss This item allows your system to go to ON state, OFF state, or both states after an AC power loss. When setting your system to [Last State], it goes to the previous state before the AC power loss. Configuration options: [Power Off] [Power On] [Last State] Power On By PCI-E/PCI This item allows you to enable or disable the Wake-on-LAN function of the onboard LAN controller or other installed PCI-E LAN cards.
USB Single Port Control This item allows you to enable or disable the individual USB ports. Refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. 3.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. Scroll down to display the other BIOS items. Q-fan Configuration Qfan Tuning Click this item to automatically detect the lowest speed and configure the minimum duty cycle for each fan. 3.
The following items appear only when you set the Launch CSM to [Enabled]. Boot Devices Control This item allows you to select the type of devices that you want to boot. Configuration options: [UEFI and Legacy OPROM] [Legacy OPROM only] [UEFI only] Boot from Network Devices This item allows you to select the type of network devices that you want to launch.
3.9 Tool menu The Tool menu items allow you to configure options for special functions. Select an item then press to display the submenu. Setup Animator This item allows you to 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 , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to confirm your choice.
3.9.2 ASUS Secure Erase SSD speeds may lower over time as with any storage medium due to data processing. ASUS Secure Erase completely and safely cleans your SSD, restoring it to factory performance levels. ASUS Secure Erase is only available in AHCI mode. Ensure to set the SATA mode to AHCI. Click Advanced > SATA Configuration > SATA Mode > AHCI. To launch ASUS Secure Erase, click Tool > ASUS Secure Erase on the Advanced mode menu.
3.9.3 ASUS User Profile This item allows you to store or load multiple BIOS setting profiles. Load Profile This item allows you to load the previous BIOS settings saved in the BIOS Flash. Key in the profile number that saved your BIOS settings, press , and then select Yes. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent the system boot failure! • We recommend that you update the BIOS file only coming from the same memory/ CPU configuration and BIOS version.
3.10 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. You can access the EZ Mode from the Exit menu. Load Optimized Defaults This option allows you to load the default values for each of the parameters on the Setup menus. When you select this option or if you press , a confirmation window appears. Select OK to load the default values.
3.11 Updating BIOS The ASUS website publishes the latest BIOS versions to provide enhancements on system stability, compatibility,and performance. However, BIOS updating is potentially risky. If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result to system’s failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions in this chapter to update your BIOS when necessary. Visit http://www.asus.
3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 allows you to download and update to the latest BIOS through the Internet without having to use a bootable floppy disk or an OS‑based utility. Updating through the Internet varies per region and Internet conditions. Check your local Internet connection before updating through the Internet. To update the BIOS by USB: Chapter 3 1. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select ASUS EZ Flash Utility and press . 2.
• This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format and single partition only. • DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system boot failure! Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu. See section 3.10 Exit Menu for details. To update the BIOS by Internet: Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program.
3.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. The BIOS file in the motherboard support DVD may be older than the BIOS file published on the ASUS official website. If you want to use the newer BIOS file, download the file at https://www.asus.
Chapter 4: RAID Support RAID Support 4.1 AMD RAID Array configurations 4 The motherboard comes with the RaidXpert2 Configuration Utility that supports Volume, RAIDABLE, RAID 0, RAID 1, and RAID 10 (depends on system licensing) configurations. For more information on configuring your RAID sets, please refer to the RAID Configuration Guide which you can find at https://www.asus.com/support. 4.1.
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Appendix Appendix Appendix Notices Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: • This device may not cause harmful interference. • This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) Appendix 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.
REACH Appendix 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. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycling.
FCC Bluetooth Wireless Compliance The antenna used with this transmitter must not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter subject to the conditions of the FCC Grant. Appendix Bluetooth Industry Canada Statement This Class B device meets all requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations.
a. Soyez particulièrement vigilant quant à votre sécurité lors de l’utilisation 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.
Appendix 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 ASUSTek Computer Inc. déclare par la présente que cet appareil est conforme aux critères essentiels et autres clauses pertinentes de la directive 2014/53/ EU.
AT BE BG CZ DK EE FR DE IS IE IT EL ES CY LV LI LT LU HU MT NL NO PL PT RO SI SK TR FI SE CH UK HR Appendix Declaración de conformidad simplificada para la UE Por la presente, ASUSTek Computer Inc. declara que este dispositivo cumple los requisitos básicos y otras disposiciones pertinentes de la directiva 2014/53/EU. En https://www.asus.com/support/ está disponible el texto completo de la declaración de conformidad para la UE.
ASUS contact information ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. Appendix Address Telephone Fax Web site Technical Support Telephone Fax Online support 4F, No. 150, Li-Te Road, Peitou, Taipei 112, Taiwan +886-2-2894-3447 +886-2-2890-7798 www.asus.com +86-21-38429911 +86-21-5866-8722, ext. 9101# https://www.asus.
Appendix FCC COMPLIANCE INFORMATION Per FCC Part 2 Section 2.1077 Responsible Party: Address: Phone/Fax No: Asus Computer International 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Model Number : Motherboard ROG STRIX B450-I GAMING compliance statement: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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