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Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...v Package contents...vi PRIME B560-PLUS specifications summary vi Connectors with shared bandwidth x Chapter 1 Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.4 System memory 1-10 1.5 M.2 Installation 1-12 Chapter 2 BIOS Information 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 Appendix Notices...A-1 Warranty...A-6 ASUS contact information A-8 E177887_PRIME_B560-PLUS_UM.indd 3 iii 2021/1/25 18...
Contents Safety information...iv About this guide...v Package contents...vi PRIME B560-PLUS specifications summary vi Connectors with shared bandwidth x Chapter 1 Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU 1-9 1.4 System memory 1-10 1.5 M.2 Installation 1-12 Chapter 2 BIOS Information 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 Appendix Notices...A-1 Warranty...A-6 ASUS contact information A-8 E177887_PRIME_B560-PLUS_UM.indd 3 iii 2021/1/25 18...
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... cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your power supply is set to moisture. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you are using, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If...
... cord. These devices could interrupt the grounding circuit. • Ensure that your power supply is set to moisture. • Place the product on a stable surface. • If you are using, contact your dealer immediately. • To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors, slots, sockets and circuitry. • Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. If...
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... ASUS contact information. 2. Conventions used throughout this manual. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS website The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS Information This chapter tells how to boot into the BIOS, and upgrade BIOS using the EZ Flash Utility. Where to find more information Refer to the following parts...
... ASUS contact information. 2. Conventions used throughout this manual. How this guide is organized This guide contains the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS website The ASUS website provides updated information on the motherboard. • Chapter 2: BIOS Information This chapter tells how to boot into the BIOS, and upgrade BIOS using the EZ Flash Utility. Where to find more information Refer to the following parts...
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...; Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the next page) vi E177887_PRIME_B560-PLUS_UM.indd 6 2021/1/25 18:12:58 resolution of 4096 x 2304 @60Hz. PRIME B560-PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Intel® Socket LGA1200 for PCH attached PCIe slots to www.asus.com for the following items. Motherboard Cables Miscellaneous Application DVD Documentation 1 x PRIME B560-PLUS motherboard 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x M.2 Key E screw package 1 x I/O Shield 1 x M.2 Rubber package 1 x M.2 SSD screw package 1 x Support DVD 1 x User manual If any...
...; Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the next page) vi E177887_PRIME_B560-PLUS_UM.indd 6 2021/1/25 18:12:58 resolution of 4096 x 2304 @60Hz. PRIME B560-PLUS specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Intel® Socket LGA1200 for PCH attached PCIe slots to www.asus.com for the following items. Motherboard Cables Miscellaneous Application DVD Documentation 1 x PRIME B560-PLUS motherboard 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x M.2 Key E screw package 1 x I/O Shield 1 x M.2 Rubber package 1 x M.2 SSD screw package 1 x Support DVD 1 x User manual If any...
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...pin Chassis Fan headers Power related 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector 1 x 8-pin +12V Power connector (continued on the M.2_2 socket, the SATA6G_2 port cannot be disabled for other CPUs Intel® B560 Chipset - M.2_2 slot (Key M) type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIE 3.0 x 4 & SATA modes) - 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports * When a device in the front panel is installed on the next page) vii E177887_PRIME_B560-PLUS_UM.indd 7 2021/1/25 18:12:58 M.2_1 slot (Key M) type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIE 4.0 x 4 ) - PRIME B560-PLUS specifications summary Storage Ethernet USB Audio Back Panel...
...pin Chassis Fan headers Power related 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector 1 x 8-pin +12V Power connector (continued on the M.2_2 socket, the SATA6G_2 port cannot be disabled for other CPUs Intel® B560 Chipset - M.2_2 slot (Key M) type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIE 3.0 x 4 & SATA modes) - 6 x SATA 6Gb/s ports * When a device in the front panel is installed on the next page) vii E177887_PRIME_B560-PLUS_UM.indd 7 2021/1/25 18:12:58 M.2_1 slot (Key M) type 2242/2260/2280/22110 (supports PCIE 4.0 x 4 ) - PRIME B560-PLUS specifications summary Storage Ethernet USB Audio Back Panel...
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... 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 Miscellaneous 2 x AURA Addressable Gen 2 headers 2 x AURA RGB headers 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x COM Port header 1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP) 1 x M.2 slot (Key E) 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1pin) 1 x 20-3pin System Panel header with Chassis intrude function 1 x Thunderbolt™ header ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - AURA RGB headers - Flexible M.2 heatsink - Box Headers Software Features AURA Sync - PRIME B560-PLUS specifications...
... 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 Miscellaneous 2 x AURA Addressable Gen 2 headers 2 x AURA RGB headers 1 x Clear CMOS header 1 x COM Port header 1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP) 1 x M.2 slot (Key E) 1 x S/PDIF Out header 1 x SPI TPM header (14-1pin) 1 x 20-3pin System Panel header with Chassis intrude function 1 x Thunderbolt™ header ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - AURA RGB headers - Flexible M.2 heatsink - Box Headers Software Features AURA Sync - PRIME B560-PLUS specifications...
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E177887_PRIME_B560-PLUS_UM.indd 9 ix 2021/1/25 18:12:59 Please refer to change without notice. ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode BIOS 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS Manageability Operating System Form Factor WOL by PME, PXE Windows® 10 64-bit ATX Form Factor 12.0 inch x 9.2 inch (30.5 cm x 23.4 cm) Specifications are subject to the ASUS website for the latest specifications. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - PRIME B560-PLUS specifications summary Software Features Norton Anti-virus software (Free Trial version) WinRAR UEFI BIOS ASUS EZ DIY -
E177887_PRIME_B560-PLUS_UM.indd 9 ix 2021/1/25 18:12:59 Please refer to change without notice. ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode BIOS 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS Manageability Operating System Form Factor WOL by PME, PXE Windows® 10 64-bit ATX Form Factor 12.0 inch x 9.2 inch (30.5 cm x 23.4 cm) Specifications are subject to the ASUS website for the latest specifications. ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - PRIME B560-PLUS specifications summary Software Features Norton Anti-virus software (Free Trial version) WinRAR UEFI BIOS ASUS EZ DIY -
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... you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. 1.2 • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the 8 chassis LAN_USB45 CHA_FAN1 30.5cm(12in) M.2_1(SOCKET3) AUDIO 2242 2260 2280 22110 CHA_FAN3 M.2_1(SOCKET3) PCIE SATA RAID ON CPU 4.0 X4 X X 4 Ethernet PCIEX16_1 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 M.2(WIFI) BATTERY COM_DEBUG 3 PCIEX1_1 Super I/O PCIEX16_2 Intel® B560 7 10...
... you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. 1.2 • Unplug the power cord from the power supply. Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the 8 chassis LAN_USB45 CHA_FAN1 30.5cm(12in) M.2_1(SOCKET3) AUDIO 2242 2260 2280 22110 CHA_FAN3 M.2_1(SOCKET3) PCIE SATA RAID ON CPU 4.0 X4 X X 4 Ethernet PCIEX16_1 SATA6G_5 SATA6G_6 M.2(WIFI) BATTERY COM_DEBUG 3 PCIEX1_1 Super I/O PCIEX16_2 Intel® B560 7 10...
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... system. Expansion slots This motherboard supports two PCIe x16 graphics card and two PCIe 3.0 x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that you use a PSU with a higher power output when configuring a system with a LGA1200 socket designed for DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) memory modules. M.2 slots (Key M) The M.2 slots allow you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for Power Supply Wattage Calculator. 6. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if...
... system. Expansion slots This motherboard supports two PCIe x16 graphics card and two PCIe 3.0 x1 network cards, SCSI cards and other cards that you use a PSU with a higher power output when configuring a system with a LGA1200 socket designed for DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) memory modules. M.2 slots (Key M) The M.2 slots allow you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for Power Supply Wattage Calculator. 6. The system may become unstable or may not boot up if...
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... 9. USB 2.0 headers The two USB 2.0 headers allow you install or remove any component, ensure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is installed on this slot will damage the motherboard! ADD_GEN 2 Before you to connect USB modules for other CPUs. • Intel® B560 Chipset : -M.2_2 supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA modes M Key design and type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices. • When a device in SATA mode is detached from the power supply. SATA 6Gb/s connectors The SATA...
... 9. USB 2.0 headers The two USB 2.0 headers allow you install or remove any component, ensure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is installed on this slot will damage the motherboard! ADD_GEN 2 Before you to connect USB modules for other CPUs. • Intel® B560 Chipset : -M.2_2 supports PCIe 3.0 x4 and SATA modes M Key design and type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices. • When a device in SATA mode is detached from the power supply. SATA 6Gb/s connectors The SATA...
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... the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. If the steps above do so may cause severe damage to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. COM Port header COM This header is detached from the power supply. Failure to do not help, remove the onboard battery and short the two pins again to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting...
... the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. If the steps above do so may cause severe damage to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. COM Port header COM This header is detached from the power supply. Failure to do not help, remove the onboard battery and short the two pins again to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting...
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... header, then install the module to the HDD. * Requires an ATX power supply • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin header is for the HDD Activity LED. A TPM system also helps enhance PIN 1 network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR 14. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this header is set the Front Panel Type item in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin +HDD_LED-) This 2-pin header is purchased separately. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable...
... header, then install the module to the HDD. * Requires an ATX power supply • System warning speaker (4-pin SPEAKER) This 4-pin header is for the HDD Activity LED. A TPM system also helps enhance PIN 1 network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform integrity. AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR 14. Connect the chassis power LED cable to this header is set the Front Panel Type item in sleep mode. • Hard disk drive activity LED (2-pin +HDD_LED-) This 2-pin header is purchased separately. Connect the HDD Activity LED cable...
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• ATX power button/soft-off mode depending on the operating system settings. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is for system reboot without turning off the system power. • Chassis intrusion header (2-pin CHASSIS) This header is removed or replaced. TB_HEADER PIN 1 FORCE_PWR TB_CIO_PLUG_EVENT SLP_S3# SLP_S5# GND RTD3_SW 1-6 E177887_PRIME_B560-PLUS_UM.indd 6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 2021/1/25 18:13:00 Connect one...
• ATX power button/soft-off mode depending on the operating system settings. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is for system reboot without turning off the system power. • Chassis intrusion header (2-pin CHASSIS) This header is removed or replaced. TB_HEADER PIN 1 FORCE_PWR TB_CIO_PLUG_EVENT SLP_S3# SLP_S5# GND RTD3_SW 1-6 E177887_PRIME_B560-PLUS_UM.indd 6 Chapter 1: Product Introduction 2021/1/25 18:13:00 Connect one...
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... connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other VGA-compatible devices. 3. In 4-channel, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. 8. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for a VGA monitor or other audio sources. 5. This Universal Serial Bus (USB) port connects to 10Gbps) ports. Ethernet port. Line Out port (lime). DisplayPort. USB 3.2 Gen 2 (up to a USB 3.2 Gen 1 device. 10. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for the Ethernet port LED indications. ASUS PRIME B560-PLUS...
... connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other VGA-compatible devices. 3. In 4-channel, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. 8. These 4-pin Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for a VGA monitor or other audio sources. 5. This Universal Serial Bus (USB) port connects to 10Gbps) ports. Ethernet port. Line Out port (lime). DisplayPort. USB 3.2 Gen 2 (up to a USB 3.2 Gen 1 device. 10. Video Graphics Adapter (VGA) port. This 15-pin port is for the Ethernet port LED indications. ASUS PRIME B560-PLUS...
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... motherboard. ASUS PRIME B560-PLUS 1-9 E177887_PRIME_B560-PLUS_UM.indd 9 2021/1/25 18:13:00 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1200 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. Unplug all power cables before you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that you install the correct CPU...
... motherboard. ASUS PRIME B560-PLUS 1-9 E177887_PRIME_B560-PLUS_UM.indd 9 2021/1/25 18:13:00 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) This motherboard comes with the cap on the LGA1200 socket. • Upon purchase of the PnP cap. Unplug all power cables before you see any damage to the socket contacts resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the motherboard, ensure that you install the correct CPU...
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.... BIOS settings and options may result to instability or boot failure. For more flexible and convenient mouse input. ASUS PRIME B560-PLUS E177887_PRIME_B560-PLUS_UM.indd 1 2-1 2021/1/25 18:13:01 Inappropriate BIOS settings may vary due to https://www.asus.com/support, or download the BIOS manual by scanning the QR code. BIOS Information 2 2.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with the help of a trained service...
.... BIOS settings and options may result to instability or boot failure. For more flexible and convenient mouse input. ASUS PRIME B560-PLUS E177887_PRIME_B560-PLUS_UM.indd 1 2-1 2021/1/25 18:13:01 Inappropriate BIOS settings may vary due to https://www.asus.com/support, or download the BIOS manual by scanning the QR code. BIOS Information 2 2.1 Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with the help of a trained service...
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... (POST). BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can change modes from Setup Mode in using the first two options. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. 2.2 BIOS Setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup 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...
... (POST). BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup program can change modes from Setup Mode in using the first two options. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. 2.2 BIOS Setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its routines. Entering BIOS Setup after POST To enter BIOS Setup 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...
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... 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 update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. 2.3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to prevent system boot failure! 1. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to the Drive field. 4. Press the Left/Right arrow keys to switch...
... 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 update the BIOS without using an OS‑based utility. 2.3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to prevent system boot failure! 1. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to the Drive field. 4. Press the Left/Right arrow keys to switch...
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.... 6. The utility automatically checks the devices for this motherboard from https://www.asus.com/support/. 2. The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to a USB port. 5. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. You can cause system boot failure...
.... 6. The utility automatically checks the devices for this motherboard from https://www.asus.com/support/. 2. The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to a USB port. 5. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file. You can cause system boot failure...
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... in a particular installation. ASUS PRIME B560-PLUS E177887_PRIME_B560-PLUS_UM.indd 1 A-1 2021/1/25 18:13:01 This equipment has been tested and found to part 15 of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to comply with the limits for help. HDMI Compliance Statement The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface...
... in a particular installation. ASUS PRIME B560-PLUS E177887_PRIME_B560-PLUS_UM.indd 1 A-1 2021/1/25 18:13:01 This equipment has been tested and found to part 15 of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for a Class B digital device, pursuant to comply with the limits for help. HDMI Compliance Statement The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface...