Preface
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Product Information
Package Contents
- N7 B550 Motherboard
- SATA Cables
- M.2 Screws
- Wireless Antenna
Specifications
CPU & Socket: Supports AMD Socket AM4 Ryzen™ Processors (3000, 4000, and 5000 Series Processors).
Chipset: AMD® B550.
Memory: 4 DIMMs, Max. 128GB, DDR4, Dual-channel architecture. Supports various DDR4 speeds with AMD Ryzen CPUs and APUs. Features XMP support and 15μ Gold Contact in DIMM Slots. Refer to NZXT's website for Memory QVL.
Expansion Slots: Multiple PCIe x16 and x1 slots supporting various PCIe versions and modes depending on CPU. Supports AMD Quad CrossFireX™ and CrossFireX™. Includes M.2 Socket (Key E) for WiFi/BT modules.
Integrated Graphics: Integrated AMD Radeon™ Vega Series Graphics in Ryzen Series APU. Supports DirectX 12, Pixel Shader 5.0, up to 16GB shared memory, HDMI 2.1 (4K x 2K @ 60Hz), HDR, HDCP 2.3, and Microsoft PlayReady®.
Multi-GPU Support: Supports AMD 2-Way CrossFireX™ Technology.
Storage: AMD® B550 Chipset. Supports M.2 slots (PCIe 4.0/3.0 x4, PCIe 3.0 x2 & SATA mode) and 6 SATA 6Gb/s ports with RAID support.
LAN: Realtek® RTL8125BG 2.5G LAN with Wake-On-LAN and Energy Efficient Ethernet.
Wireless: Intel Dual Band Wireless-AX210 Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ax) with dual-band frequency support and MU-MIMO.
USB Ports: Various USB 3.2 Gen 2, Gen 2 Type-C, Gen 1, and USB 2.0 ports on rear and front panels.
Bluetooth: V5.2.
Audio: Realtek® ALC1220 Codec, 8-Channel High Definition Audio, 32-bit/192KHz DAC, 120dB SNR DAC, NE5532 Headset Amplifier, Nichicon Fine Gold Series Audio Capacitors.
Rear I/O: Comprehensive list of ports including USB, HDMI, LAN, Audio jacks, Clear CMOS button, BIOS Flashback button, and antenna connectors.
Internal I/O: Connectors for ATX power, CPU fan, AIO pump, system fans, RGB LEDs, USB headers, SATA, M.2, front panel audio, power/reset buttons, and POST LEDs.
Operating System: Microsoft® Windows® 10 (64-bit).
Form Factor: ATX.
Certification: FCC, CE, KCC, BSMI, ErP/EuP Ready.
Components & Ports
Detailed diagrams and descriptions are provided for covers, exploded view, ports overview, rear I/O, CPU socket, DIMM slots, PCI Express expansion slots, SATA connectors, M.2 slots (for storage and wireless connectivity), antenna, power connectors, USB connectors, front panel audio connector, front panel connector, fan connectors, NZXT RGB connectors, 5V Addressable RGB connector, 12V RGB connector, buttons, POST LEDs, CMOS battery, and BIOS Flashback functionality.
Installation Guidance
Instructions are provided for installing the CPU, memory modules (DIMMs), graphics cards (PCIe slots), M.2 storage devices, and connecting power, USB, and front panel components. Specific guidance is given for CPU alignment, DIMM slot population order, and M.2 cooling recommendations.
Software
NZXT CAM software is required for controlling fans and lighting within Windows. It can be downloaded from nzxt.com/camapp.
Warranty & Support
The document outlines the NZXT Global Warranty Policy, including warranty lengths for various components, coverage details, exclusions, and limitations. It also provides information on how to obtain technical support and warranty service through NZXT's support system at support.nzxt.com or via email at service@nzxt.com. Regulatory notices for FCC, EC/EMC, Canadian, and Korean compliance are included, along with battery information and WEEE statements for environmental compliance.
