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Motherboard PRIME A520M-E
Motherboard PRIME A520M-E
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...documentation kept by the purchaser for which is licensed under the General Public License ("GPL"), under various Free Open Source Software licenses. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED ... licenses are included in obtaining the full corresponding source code we can coordinate the terms and cost of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Products and corporate names appearing in this product is eager to duly provide complete source code as the corresponding binary/object code...
...documentation kept by the purchaser for which is licensed under the General Public License ("GPL"), under various Free Open Source Software licenses. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED ... licenses are included in obtaining the full corresponding source code we can coordinate the terms and cost of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Products and corporate names appearing in this product is eager to duly provide complete source code as the corresponding binary/object code...
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Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...v Package contents...vi PRIME A520M-E specifications summary vi Chapter 1 Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.4 System memory 1-8 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 iii
Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...v Package contents...vi PRIME A520M-E specifications summary vi Chapter 1 Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-7 1.4 System memory 1-8 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 iii
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Contact a qualified service technician or your area. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding components, carefully read all the manuals that came with ambient temperatures between 0°C and 40°C. 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 using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and ...
Contact a qualified service technician or your area. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding components, carefully read all the manuals that came with ambient temperatures between 0°C and 40°C. 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 using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and ...
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... guide contains the information you MUST follow to boot into the BIOS, upgrade BIOS using the EZ Flash Utility and support on ASUS hardware and software products. About this manual. Where to find more information Refer to complete a task. How this guide is ... the features of the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS website The ASUS website provides updated information on RAID. NOTE: Tips and additional information to the ASUS contact information. 2. v These documents are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors ...
... guide contains the information you MUST follow to boot into the BIOS, upgrade BIOS using the EZ Flash Utility and support on ASUS hardware and software products. About this manual. Where to find more information Refer to complete a task. How this guide is ... the features of the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS website The ASUS website provides updated information on RAID. NOTE: Tips and additional information to the ASUS contact information. 2. v These documents are not part of the switches, jumpers, and connectors ...
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... Memory* Dual Channel Memory Architecture *ECC Memory (ECC mode) support varies by CPU. *Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. PRIME A520M-E specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Storage Ethernet USB AMD Socket AM4 for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen...™ and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics Processors* *Refer to www.asus.com for the following items. Motherboard Cables Miscellaneous Application DVD Documentation 1 x PRIME A520M-E motherboard 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield 1 x M.2 SSD screw package 1 x Support DVD 1...
... Memory* Dual Channel Memory Architecture *ECC Memory (ECC mode) support varies by CPU. *Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list. PRIME A520M-E specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Storage Ethernet USB AMD Socket AM4 for 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen...™ and 3rd Gen AMD Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Graphics Processors* *Refer to www.asus.com for the following items. Motherboard Cables Miscellaneous Application DVD Documentation 1 x PRIME A520M-E motherboard 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x I/O Shield 1 x M.2 SSD screw package 1 x Support DVD 1...
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... Panel Audio header (AAFP) 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x Speaker header 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1pin) 1 x 10-1 pin System Panel header (continued on the next page) vii PRIME A520M-E specifications summary USB Audio Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors 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...
... Panel Audio header (AAFP) 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x Speaker header 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1pin) 1 x 10-1 pin System Panel header (continued on the next page) vii PRIME A520M-E specifications summary USB Audio Back Panel I/O Ports Internal I/O Connectors 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...
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... mATX Form Factor 8.9 inch x 8.7 inch (22.6 cm x 22.1 cm) S pecifications are subject to the ASUS website for 60 days) WinRAR UEFI BIOS ASUS EZ DIY - PRIME A520M-E specifications summary Special Features ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - ASUS DIGI+ VRM - ASUS Overvoltage Protection - Performance and Power Saving Utility TurboV EVO EPU DIGI+ VRM Fan Xpert - Refer...
... mATX Form Factor 8.9 inch x 8.7 inch (22.6 cm x 22.1 cm) S pecifications are subject to the ASUS website for 60 days) WinRAR UEFI BIOS ASUS EZ DIY - PRIME A520M-E specifications summary Special Features ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - ASUS Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - ASUS DIGI+ VRM - ASUS Overvoltage Protection - Performance and Power Saving Utility TurboV EVO EPU DIGI+ VRM Fan Xpert - Refer...
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ASUS PRIME A520M-E 1-1 Product Introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the chassis USB56 5 U32G2_1 22.6cm(8.9in) LAN_U32G1_34 BATTERY U32G1_12 CHA_FAN 256Mb BIOS 8 AUDIO TPM PCIEX16 M.2(SOCKET3) ...
ASUS PRIME A520M-E 1-1 Product Introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the chassis USB56 5 U32G2_1 22.6cm(8.9in) LAN_U32G1_34 BATTERY U32G1_12 CHA_FAN 256Mb BIOS 8 AUDIO TPM PCIEX16 M.2(SOCKET3) ...
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1.2.1 Layout contents 1. DDR4 DIMM slots The motherboard comes with Radeon™ Graphics Processors. For more details, refer to Central Processing Unit (CPU). 2. GND FAN PWR FAN IN FAN PWM 4. Power connectors FAN PWM FAN IN FAN PWR GND These Power connectors allow you to connect your system, we recommend that you to System memory. 3. SATA 6Gb/s ports The SATA 6Gb/s ports allow you to a power supply. Fan headers The Fan headers allow you to connect fans to online resources for Power Supply Wattage Calculator. 6. CPU socket The motherboard comes with an AMD ...
1.2.1 Layout contents 1. DDR4 DIMM slots The motherboard comes with Radeon™ Graphics Processors. For more details, refer to Central Processing Unit (CPU). 2. GND FAN PWR FAN IN FAN PWM 4. Power connectors FAN PWM FAN IN FAN PWR GND These Power connectors allow you to connect your system, we recommend that you to System memory. 3. SATA 6Gb/s ports The SATA 6Gb/s ports allow you to a power supply. Fan headers The Fan headers allow you to connect fans to online resources for Power Supply Wattage Calculator. 6. CPU socket The motherboard comes with an AMD ...
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...+ GND NC 8. COM Port header COM This header is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to [HD Audio]. HD-audio-compliant pin definition ASUS PRIME A520M-E 1-3
...+ GND NC 8. COM Port header COM This header is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to [HD Audio]. HD-audio-compliant pin definition ASUS PRIME A520M-E 1-3
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TPM PIN 1 T_SPI_MOSI T_SPI_CLK GND F_BIOS_WP#_R S_SPI_TPM_CS2# S_SPI_TPM_IRQ# 16. 10-1 pin System Panel header This header supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin +PWR_LED-) F_PANEL +PWR_LED- The HDD LED lights up when PIN 1 you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin +HDD_LED-) +HDD_LED- SPI TPM header F_SPI_HOLD#_R T_SPI_MISO F_SPI_CS0#_R +3V_SPI F2_SPI_CS1#_R S_PLTRST# VCCSPI This header supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system with a Serial Peripheral ...
TPM PIN 1 T_SPI_MOSI T_SPI_CLK GND F_BIOS_WP#_R S_SPI_TPM_CS2# S_SPI_TPM_IRQ# 16. 10-1 pin System Panel header This header supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System power LED (2-pin +PWR_LED-) F_PANEL +PWR_LED- The HDD LED lights up when PIN 1 you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin +HDD_LED-) +HDD_LED- SPI TPM header F_SPI_HOLD#_R T_SPI_MISO F_SPI_CS0#_R +3V_SPI F2_SPI_CS1#_R S_PLTRST# VCCSPI This header supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system with a Serial Peripheral ...
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Ethernet port. In 4-channel, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. ASUS PRIME A520M-E 1-5 This 15-pin port is for any DVI-D compatible device. USB 3.2 Gen 1 (up from RGB Signal to 5Gbps) ports. This port is for a High-Definition ...
Ethernet port. In 4-channel, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. ASUS PRIME A520M-E 1-5 This 15-pin port is for any DVI-D compatible device. USB 3.2 Gen 1 (up from RGB Signal to 5Gbps) ports. This port is for a High-Definition ...
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Microphone port (pink). USB 3.2 Gen 2 (up to support 7.1-channel audio output. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction This 9-pin Universal Serial Bus 3.2 (USB 3.2) port is for the function of the audio ports in the front panel is required to 10Gbps) port (teal blue, Type A). Refer to the audio configuration table for a USB 3.2 Gen 2 device. 11. Side Speaker Out To configure a 7.1-channel audio output: A chassis with an HD audio module in 2, 4, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. Audio 2, 4, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel)...
Microphone port (pink). USB 3.2 Gen 2 (up to support 7.1-channel audio output. 1-6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction This 9-pin Universal Serial Bus 3.2 (USB 3.2) port is for the function of the audio ports in the front panel is required to 10Gbps) port (teal blue, Type A). Refer to the audio configuration table for a USB 3.2 Gen 2 device. 11. Side Speaker Out To configure a 7.1-channel audio output: A chassis with an HD audio module in 2, 4, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration. Audio 2, 4, 5.1 or 7.1-channel configuration Port Light Blue (Rear panel) Lime (Rear panel)...
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... install the heatsink and fan if necessary. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to the CPU heatsink and CPU before installing the CPU. ASUS PRIME A520M-E 1-7 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with Radeon™ Graphics Processors. The AM4 socket has a different pinout design. Unplug all power cables before you...
... install the heatsink and fan if necessary. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to the CPU heatsink and CPU before installing the CPU. ASUS PRIME A520M-E 1-7 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with Radeon™ Graphics Processors. The AM4 socket has a different pinout design. Unplug all power cables before you...
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... 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 www.asus.com for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the same vendor. The figure illustrates the location of the same version or date code...
... 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 www.asus.com for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess memory from the same vendor. The figure illustrates the location of the same version or date code...
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...Setup. • You have installed a new system component that are needed for this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. ASUS PRIME A520M-E 2-1 We strongly recommend that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more information on the screen during the system bootup and...the default BIOS settings except in the following circumstances: • An error message appears on BIOS configurations, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support, or download the BIOS manual by scanning the QR code. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the ...
...Setup. • You have installed a new system component that are needed for this user manual refers to "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. ASUS PRIME A520M-E 2-1 We strongly recommend that goes beyond the traditional keyboardonly BIOS controls to enable a more information on the screen during the system bootup and...the default BIOS settings except in the following circumstances: • An error message appears on BIOS configurations, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support, or download the BIOS manual by scanning the QR code. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the ...
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The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS Setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to the default value. • The BIOS Setup program does not support Bluetooth devices. ...
The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS Setup program. • If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup after changing any BIOS setting, load the default settings to the default value. • The BIOS Setup program does not support Bluetooth devices. ...
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... Flash 3 Utility and press . 3. Select via Storage Device(s). 4. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. ASUS PRIME A520M-E 2-3 Go to the Tool menu to prevent system boot failure! 1. 2.3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to ensure system...
... Flash 3 Utility and press . 3. Select via Storage Device(s). 4. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. ASUS PRIME A520M-E 2-3 Go to the Tool menu to prevent system boot failure! 1. 2.3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to ensure system...
