ASUS PRIME B650-PLUS Motherboard Quick Start Guide

Introduction

This document provides a quick start guide for the ASUS PRIME B650-PLUS motherboard, detailing the essential steps for installation and initial setup. ASUS is a leading technology company known for its innovative hardware solutions.

Step 1: Install the CPU

This step involves installing the Central Processing Unit (CPU) into the motherboard's CPU socket. Align the triangle mark on the CPU with the triangle mark on the socket. Lower the retention arm to secure the CPU.

Step 2: Install the CPU Fan

Mount the CPU cooler bracket according to the cooler's instructions. Apply thermal compound if necessary. Attach the fan to the cooler and connect its cable to the CPU_FAN header on the motherboard.

Motherboard Layout

The motherboard features the Socket AM5 for the CPU, four DDR5 DIMM slots (A1, A2, B1, B2) for memory, M.2 slots (M.2_1, M.2_2) for storage, and multiple PCIe slots (PCIEX16_1, PCIEX16_2, PCIEX1) for expansion cards. It includes various fan headers (CPU_FAN, AIO_PUMP, CHA_FAN1-3), power connectors (ATX_PWR, ATX_12V), USB headers, SATA ports, and front panel connector pins for power, reset, and LEDs. The motherboard dimensions are 24.4cm x 30.5cm.

Step 3: Install Memory Modules

Open the clips on the DIMM slots. Align the notch on the memory module with the notch in the slot. Press down firmly on both ends of the module until it clicks into place and the clips engage.

Step 4: Install Storage Devices

Install storage devices, such as M.2 SSDs, into the designated M.2 slots. Secure the M.2 drive with the provided screw. Refer to the user guide for detailed M.2 installation instructions.

Step 5: Install Expansion Card(s)

Install expansion cards, like graphics cards, into the appropriate PCIe slots. Remove the corresponding slot cover from the case, align the card with the slot, and press down firmly until it is seated. Secure the card to the case with a screw.

Step 6: Install the System Panel Connector

Connect the system panel connectors (e.g., power switch, reset switch, HDD LED, power LED) to the corresponding pins on the motherboard. Refer to the motherboard manual for precise pin assignments.

Step 7: Install ATX Power Connectors

Connect the 24-pin ATX power connector and the 4+4 pin or 8-pin ATX 12V power connector from the power supply unit (PSU) to the corresponding sockets on the motherboard.

Step 8: Connect Input/Output Devices

Connect your input and output devices, such as keyboard, mouse, monitor (via HDMI or DisplayPort), USB devices, and network cable, to the ports on the rear I/O panel. The motherboard supports ASUS BIOS FlashBack™, a feature allowing BIOS updates without a CPU or RAM installed.

Step 9: Power on the System and Install Operating System and Drivers

Connect the power cord, monitor, keyboard, and mouse. Power on the system. Insert your operating system installation media (e.g., USB drive) and follow the on-screen prompts to install the OS. After OS installation, install the motherboard drivers (chipset, audio, LAN, etc.) from the ASUS support website or the included media. For the latest drivers and support, visit: https://www.asus.com/support/

Notices

Australia Statement Notice

From 1 January 2012, updated warranties apply to all ASUS products, consistent with the Australian Consumer Law. For the latest product warranty details, please visit https://www.asus.com/support/. ASUS products come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. For assistance, please call ASUS Customer Service 1300 2787 88 or visit https://www.asus.com/support/.

India RoHS

This product complies with the 'India E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016' and prohibits the use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs), and polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in concentrations exceeding 0.1% by weight in homogenous materials and 0.01% by weight in homogenous materials for cadmium, except for the exemptions listed in Schedule II of the Rule.

Türkiye RoHS

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