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... interference that may cause undesired operation. "Perchlorate Material-special handling may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in this documentation. Version 1.0 Published April 2020 Copyright©2020 ASRock INC. Products and corporate names appearing in the documentation or product. Copyright Notice: No part of such damages...
... interference that may cause undesired operation. "Perchlorate Material-special handling may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this motherboard contains Perchlorate, a toxic substance controlled in this documentation. Version 1.0 Published April 2020 Copyright©2020 ASRock INC. Products and corporate names appearing in the documentation or product. Copyright Notice: No part of such damages...
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Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 7 1.4 I/O Panel 9 Chapter 2 Installation 11 2.1 Installing the CPU 12 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 14 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 22 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express ...
Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1 1.1 Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 7 1.4 I/O Panel 9 Chapter 2 Installation 11 2.1 Installing the CPU 12 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 14 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 22 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express ...
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Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 46 3.1 Installing Drivers 46 3.2 ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) 47 3.2.1 Installing ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) 47 3.2.2 Using ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) 47 3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 50 3.3.1 UI Overview 50 3.3.2 Apps 51 3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers 54 3.3.4 Setting 55 3.4 Nahimic Audio 56 3.5 ASRock Polychrome SYNC 57 Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 60 4.1 Introduction 60 4.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar...
Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 46 3.1 Installing Drivers 46 3.2 ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) 47 3.2.1 Installing ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) 47 3.2.2 Using ASRock Motherboard Utility (A-Tuning) 47 3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 50 3.3.1 UI Overview 50 3.3.2 Apps 51 3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers 54 3.3.4 Setting 55 3.4 Nahimic Audio 56 3.5 ASRock Polychrome SYNC 57 Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 60 4.1 Introduction 60 4.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar...
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... BIOS software might be available on ASRock's website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock B550M Steel Legend Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) • ASRock B550M Steel Legend Quick Installation Guide • ASRock B550M Steel Legend Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 2 x Screws for purchasing ASRock B550M Steel Legend motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. B550M Steel Legend Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you are...
... BIOS software might be available on ASRock's website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock B550M Steel Legend Motherboard (Micro ATX Form Factor) • ASRock B550M Steel Legend Quick Installation Guide • ASRock B550M Steel Legend Support CD • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional) • 2 x Screws for purchasing ASRock B550M Steel Legend motherboard, a reliable motherboard produced under ASRock's consistently stringent quality control. B550M Steel Legend Chapter 1 Introduction Thank you are...
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B550M Steel Legend 1.3 Motherboard Layout 12 34 56 31 CLRC BTN1 ATX12V1 ATX12V2 HDMI1 DP1 PS2 Keyboard/ Mouse SOCKET AM4 USB 2.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 USB 3.2 Gen2 T: USB31_TA_1 B: USB31_TC_1 USB 3.2 Gen1 T: ...
B550M Steel Legend 1.3 Motherboard Layout 12 34 56 31 CLRC BTN1 ATX12V1 ATX12V2 HDMI1 DP1 PS2 Keyboard/ Mouse SOCKET AM4 USB 2.0 T: USB1 B: USB2 USB 3.2 Gen2 T: USB31_TA_1 B: USB31_TC_1 USB 3.2 Gen1 T: ...
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... wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before installing or removing the motherboard. Also remember to do not overtighten the screws! B550M Steel Legend Chapter 2 Installation This is a Micro ATX form factor motherboard. Doing so may cause physical injuries to you and damages to motherboard components. • In order to avoid damage from static electricity to...
... wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before installing or removing the motherboard. Also remember to do not overtighten the screws! B550M Steel Legend Chapter 2 Installation This is a Micro ATX form factor motherboard. Doing so may cause physical injuries to you and damages to motherboard components. • In order to avoid damage from static electricity to...
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Installing the CPU Box Cooler SR1 1 2 14 English Please turn off the power or remove the power cord before changing a CPU or heatsink. 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink After you install the CPU into this motherboard, it is necessary to install a larger heatsink and cooling fan to improve heat dissipation. You also need to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink to dissipate heat. Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with each other.
Installing the CPU Box Cooler SR1 1 2 14 English Please turn off the power or remove the power cord before changing a CPU or heatsink. 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink After you install the CPU into this motherboard, it is necessary to install a larger heatsink and cooling fan to improve heat dissipation. You also need to spray thermal grease between the CPU and the heatsink to dissipate heat. Make sure that the CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with each other.
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4 CPU_FAN1 *The diagrams shown here are for reference only. The headers might be in a different position on your motherboard. 18 English
4 CPU_FAN1 *The diagrams shown here are for reference only. The headers might be in a different position on your motherboard. 18 English
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The headers might be in a different position on your motherboard. 21 English B550M Steel Legend 5 CPU_FAN1 6 CPU_FAN1 +12V RGB_LED2 *The diagrams shown here are for reference only.
The headers might be in a different position on your motherboard. 21 English B550M Steel Legend 5 CPU_FAN1 6 CPU_FAN1 +12V RGB_LED2 *The diagrams shown here are for reference only.
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...activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one or three memory module installed. 3. SR 3200 - 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1. For dual channel configuration,...We suggest that you always need to install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module into a DDR4 slot; DR - - 3200 - otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. 4. AMD non-XMP Memory Frequency Support Ryzen Series CPUs (Matisse): UDIMM Memory Slot A1 A2 B1 B2 Frequency (Mhz) ...
...activate Dual Channel Memory Technology with only one or three memory module installed. 3. SR 3200 - 2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1. For dual channel configuration,...We suggest that you always need to install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module into a DDR4 slot; DR - - 3200 - otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged. 4. AMD non-XMP Memory Frequency Support Ryzen Series CPUs (Matisse): UDIMM Memory Slot A1 A2 B1 B2 Frequency (Mhz) ...
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The DIMM only fits in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot at incorrect orientation. 1 2 3 24 English
The DIMM only fits in one correct orientation. It will cause permanent damage to the motherboard and the DIMM if you force the DIMM into the slot at incorrect orientation. 1 2 3 24 English
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... installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. B550M Steel Legend 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) There are 3 PCI Express slots on the motherboard. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make sure that the power supply is switched... Gen3x1 PCIE3 Gen3x4 Ryzen Series CPUs (Renoir) Gen3x16 Gen3x1 Gen3x4 For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1/WP, CHA_FAN2/WP , CHA_FAN3/WP or CHA_ FAN4/WP ) when using multiple graphics cards.
... installing an expansion card, please make necessary hardware settings for PCI Express x1 lane width cards. B550M Steel Legend 2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) There are 3 PCI Express slots on the motherboard. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make sure that the power supply is switched... Gen3x1 PCIE3 Gen3x4 Ryzen Series CPUs (Renoir) Gen3x16 Gen3x1 Gen3x4 For a better thermal environment, please connect a chassis fan to the motherboard's chassis fan connector (CHA_FAN1/WP, CHA_FAN2/WP , CHA_FAN3/WP or CHA_ FAN4/WP ) when using multiple graphics cards.
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Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S4 sleep state or powered off (... to the reset button on the chassis front panel. When connecting your system using the power button. Placing jumper caps over these headers and connectors. B550M Steel Legend 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. PWRBTN (Power Button): Connect to perform a normal restart.
Do NOT place jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard. Note the positive and negative pins before connecting the cables. The LED keeps blinking when the system is in S4 sleep state or powered off (... to the reset button on the chassis front panel. When connecting your system using the power button. Placing jumper caps over these headers and connectors. B550M Steel Legend 2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are matched correctly. PWRBTN (Power Button): Connect to perform a normal restart.
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... p.7, No. 10) Vbus IntA_PA_SSRXIntA_PA_SSRX+ GND IntA_PA_SSTXIntA_PA_SSTX+ GND IntA_PA_DIntA_PA_D+ Vbus IntA_PB_SSRXIntA_PB_SSRX+ GND IntA_PB_SSTXIntA_PB_SSTX+ GND IntA_PB_DIntA_PB_D+ Dummy 1 There are two headers on this motherboard. Serial ATA3 Connectors (SATA3_1: see p.7, No. 12) (SATA3_2: see p.7, No. 11) (SATA3_3: see p.7, No. 14) (SATA3_4: see...No. 15) (SATA3_6: see p.7, No. 24) USB_PWR PP+ GND DUMMY 1 GND P+ PUSB_PWR There are two headers on this motherboard. If either one of them is in use, the other one will be disabled. USB 3.2 Gen1 Headers (19-pin F_USB3_1_2) (...
... p.7, No. 10) Vbus IntA_PA_SSRXIntA_PA_SSRX+ GND IntA_PA_SSTXIntA_PA_SSTX+ GND IntA_PA_DIntA_PA_D+ Vbus IntA_PB_SSRXIntA_PB_SSRX+ GND IntA_PB_SSTXIntA_PB_SSTX+ GND IntA_PB_DIntA_PB_D+ Dummy 1 There are two headers on this motherboard. Serial ATA3 Connectors (SATA3_1: see p.7, No. 12) (SATA3_2: see p.7, No. 11) (SATA3_3: see p.7, No. 14) (SATA3_4: see...No. 15) (SATA3_6: see p.7, No. 24) USB_PWR PP+ GND DUMMY 1 GND P+ PUSB_PWR There are two headers on this motherboard. If either one of them is in use, the other one will be disabled. USB 3.2 Gen1 Headers (19-pin F_USB3_1_2) (...
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... front panel audio header by the steps below: A. B550M Steel Legend (19-pin F_USB3_3_4) (see p.7, No. 19) IntA_P_D+ IntA_P_DGND IntA_P_SSTX+ IntA_P_SSTXGND IntA_P_SSRX+ IntA_P_SSRXVbus 1 Vbus IntA_P_SSRXIntA_P_SSRX+ GND IntA_P_SSTXIntA_P_SSTX+ GND IntA_P_DIntA_P_D+ ID Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.7, No. 31) 3 4 GND FAN_VOLTAGE CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL This motherboard provides four 4-Pin water cooling chassis fan connectors. English...
... front panel audio header by the steps below: A. B550M Steel Legend (19-pin F_USB3_3_4) (see p.7, No. 19) IntA_P_D+ IntA_P_DGND IntA_P_SSTX+ IntA_P_SSTXGND IntA_P_SSRX+ IntA_P_SSRXVbus 1 Vbus IntA_P_SSRXIntA_P_SSRX+ GND IntA_P_SSTXIntA_P_SSTX+ GND IntA_P_DIntA_P_D+ ID Front Panel Audio Header (9-pin HD_AUDIO1) (see p.7, No. 31) 3 4 GND FAN_VOLTAGE CHA_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL This motherboard provides four 4-Pin water cooling chassis fan connectors. English...
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...p.7, No. 20) GND FAN_VOLTAGE FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL 1 2 34 CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.7, No. 9) 12 24 1 13 This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.7, No. 3) 4 3 21 GND FAN_VOLTAGE CPU_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL This...it to Pin 1-3. CPU Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN2/WP) (see p.7, No. 4) 4 3 2 1 FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CHA_FAN_SPEED +12V GND This motherboard provides a 4-Pin water cooling CPU fan connector. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU water cooler fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3....
...p.7, No. 20) GND FAN_VOLTAGE FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL 1 2 34 CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.7, No. 9) 12 24 1 13 This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.7, No. 3) 4 3 21 GND FAN_VOLTAGE CPU_FAN_SPEED FAN_SPEED_CONTROL This...it to Pin 1-3. CPU Water Pump Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN2/WP) (see p.7, No. 4) 4 3 2 1 FAN_SPEED_CONTROL CHA_FAN_SPEED +12V GND This motherboard provides a 4-Pin water cooling CPU fan connector. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU water cooler fan, please connect it to Pin 1-3....
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...-pin SPI_TPM_J1) (see p.7, No. 1) This motherboard provides an 8-pin ATX 12V power connector. To use a 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5. *Warning: Please make sure that the power cable connected is optional. *The power supply plug fits into this connector. B550M Steel Legend ATX 12V Power 8 5 Connector (8-pin ATX12V1...
...-pin SPI_TPM_J1) (see p.7, No. 1) This motherboard provides an 8-pin ATX 12V power connector. To use a 4-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 5. *Warning: Please make sure that the power cable connected is optional. *The power supply plug fits into this connector. B550M Steel Legend ATX 12V Power 8 5 Connector (8-pin ATX12V1...
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This function is workable only when you power off your computer and unplug the power supply. B550M Steel Legend 2.7 Clear CMOS Button The motherboard has a Clear CMOS Button, allowing users to quickly clear the CMOS values. English 33 Clear CMOS Button (CLRCBTN1) (see p.9, No. 17) Clear CMOS Button allows users to quickly clear the CMOS values.
This function is workable only when you power off your computer and unplug the power supply. B550M Steel Legend 2.7 Clear CMOS Button The motherboard has a Clear CMOS Button, allowing users to quickly clear the CMOS values. English 33 Clear CMOS Button (CLRCBTN1) (see p.9, No. 17) Clear CMOS Button allows users to quickly clear the CMOS values.
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B550M Steel Legend 2.9 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that the cards are AMD certified. 2. Download the drivers from the AMD's website: www.amd.com 3. Make sure that allows ... that your graphics card vendor for details.) English 35 It is provided with the graphics card you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with this motherboard. If you purchase, not bundled with a 16-pipe card, both cards will operate as 12-pipe cards while in CrossFireXTM mode. 5. You should only use...
B550M Steel Legend 2.9 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide This motherboard supports CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM that the cards are AMD certified. 2. Download the drivers from the AMD's website: www.amd.com 3. Make sure that allows ... that your graphics card vendor for details.) English 35 It is provided with the graphics card you pair a 12-pipe CrossFireXTM Edition card with this motherboard. If you purchase, not bundled with a 16-pipe card, both cards will operate as 12-pipe cards while in CrossFireXTM mode. 5. You should only use...
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... the menu. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers The Support CD that comes with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that the motherboard supports. Drivers Menu The drivers compatible to your system will be auto-detected...
... the menu. Utilities Menu The Utilities Menu shows the application software that enhance the motherboard's features. Chapter 3 Software and Utilities Operation 3.1 Installing Drivers The Support CD that comes with the motherboard contains necessary drivers and useful utilities that the motherboard supports. Drivers Menu The drivers compatible to your system will be auto-detected...