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Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING 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 1-9 1.4 System memory 1-11 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-5 2.3 Exit menu 2-10 Appendix Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-4 iii
Contents Safety information iv About this guide iv Package contents vi TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING 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 1-9 1.4 System memory 1-11 Chapter 2 BIOS information 2.1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2-1 2.2 BIOS setup program 2-5 2.3 Exit menu 2-10 Appendix Notices...A-1 ASUS contact information A-4 iii
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...changing system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent ... the existing system before using the product, ensure all power cables are not damaged. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding components, carefully read all the manuals that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are unplugged. •...
...changing system settings through the BIOS Setup menus. If you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that came with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent ... the existing system before using the product, ensure all power cables are not damaged. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding components, carefully read all the manuals that all cables are correctly connected and the power cables are unplugged. •...
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... HDMI 1.4b with maximum resolution of 4096 x 2160 @24Hz / 2560 x 1600 @60Hz - TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Multi-GPU AM4 socket for AMD Ryzen™ / 7th...asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** Hyper DIMM support is subject to www.asus.com for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x M.2 screw package 1 x TUF GAMING sticker 1 x Support DVD 1 x User Manual 1 x TUF...
... HDMI 1.4b with maximum resolution of 4096 x 2160 @24Hz / 2560 x 1600 @60Hz - TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion slots Multi-GPU AM4 socket for AMD Ryzen™ / 7th...asus.com for the latest Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). ** Hyper DIMM support is subject to www.asus.com for the following items. Motherboard Cables Accessories Application DVD Documentation ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING motherboard 2 x Serial ATA 6.0 Gb/s cables 1 x I/O shield 1 x M.2 screw package 1 x TUF GAMING sticker 1 x Support DVD 1 x User Manual 1 x TUF...
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... minimize damage risk Q-Design - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-Slot UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - ASUS EZ Flash 3 (continued on the next page) vii ASUS DIGI+ VRM: 6 Phase digital power design Superb performance ASUS unique features UEFI BIOS - ASUS SafeSlot Core: Fortified PCIe Slot prevents damage - Component-free areas to support an 8-channel audio output. TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING specifications summary AMD B350...
... minimize damage risk Q-Design - ASUS Q-DIMM - ASUS Q-Slot UEFI BIOS EZ Mode - ASUS EZ Flash 3 (continued on the next page) vii ASUS DIGI+ VRM: 6 Phase digital power design Superb performance ASUS unique features UEFI BIOS - ASUS SafeSlot Core: Fortified PCIe Slot prevents damage - Component-free areas to support an 8-channel audio output. TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING specifications summary AMD B350...
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... the power cord from the wall socket before installing or removing the motherboard. ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING 1-1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the chassis HDMI KBMS _USB12 U31G2 _12 BATTERY LANGuard LAN_U31G1_56 CHA_FAN2 128Mb BIOS FAN_RGB_HEADER AUDIO Realtek® 8111H TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING 15 PCIEX16_1 17 Super I/O 16 PCIEX1 2280 2260 2242 ASM1480 ASM1480 AMD...
... the power cord from the wall socket before installing or removing the motherboard. ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING 1-1 Product introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the chassis HDMI KBMS _USB12 U31G2 _12 BATTERY LANGuard LAN_U31G1_56 CHA_FAN2 128Mb BIOS FAN_RGB_HEADER AUDIO Realtek® 8111H TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING 15 PCIEX16_1 17 Super I/O 16 PCIEX1 2280 2260 2242 ASM1480 ASM1480 AMD...
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... connectors completely fit. • We recommend that you intend to the Recommended PIN 1 Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/ PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction This PSU type has 24-pin and 8-pin...0Gb/s ports (SATA6G_1~6) 7. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that you use a PSU with higher power output +3 Volts GND +12 Volts +5 Volts when configuring a system with more power-consuming ...
... connectors completely fit. • We recommend that you intend to the Recommended PIN 1 Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support.asus.com/ PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product introduction This PSU type has 24-pin and 8-pin...0Gb/s ports (SATA6G_1~6) 7. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that you use a PSU with higher power output +3 Volts GND +12 Volts +5 Volts when configuring a system with more power-consuming ...
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These are not jumpers! SATA6G GND RSATA_TXP RSATA_TXN GND RSATA_RXN RSATA_RXP GND ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING 1-3 The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of a CPU fan. FAN_RGB_HEADER BLUE RED GREEN +12V PIN 1 Fan cable The FAN RGB header supports CPU fans... of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. Insufficient air flow inside the system may cause severe damage to System memory. 6. For more details, refer to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 4. DDR4 DIMM slots Install 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR4 DIMMs into these DIMM sockets...
These are not jumpers! SATA6G GND RSATA_TXP RSATA_TXN GND RSATA_RXN RSATA_RXP GND ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING 1-3 The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of a CPU fan. FAN_RGB_HEADER BLUE RED GREEN +12V PIN 1 Fan cable The FAN RGB header supports CPU fans... of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power. Insufficient air flow inside the system may cause severe damage to System memory. 6. For more details, refer to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. 4. DDR4 DIMM slots Install 2 GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB unbuffered ECC and non-ECC DDR4 DIMMs into these DIMM sockets...
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...I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to [AC97]. If you to 480Mbps connection speed. ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING 1-5 Connect the USB module cable to any of these connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system... comply with USB 2.0. COM PIN 1 AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR 13. By default, this connector is set the item to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.1 Gen 1 including faster data transfer speeds of ...
...I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to [AC97]. If you to 480Mbps connection speed. ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING 1-5 Connect the USB module cable to any of these connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system... comply with USB 2.0. COM PIN 1 AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR 13. By default, this connector is set the item to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. • If you can enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.1 Gen 1 including faster data transfer speeds of ...
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...that you to install M.2 (NGFF) SSD modules. • This socket supports M Key and 2242/2260/2280 storage devices. • Due to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/ PDIF) port. M.2 socket 3 These sockets allow you provide... cable to this connector, then install the module to the specifications summary table for more details. PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot This motherboard has one PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot that supports PCI Express x1 network card, SCSI card, and other card that comply with the...
...that you to install M.2 (NGFF) SSD modules. • This socket supports M Key and 2242/2260/2280 storage devices. • Due to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2 when using multiple graphics cards for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/ PDIF) port. M.2 socket 3 These sockets allow you provide... cable to this connector, then install the module to the specifications summary table for more details. PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot This motherboard has one PCI Express 2.0 x1 slot that supports PCI Express x1 network card, SCSI card, and other card that comply with the...
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... 1 2 3 4 Apply the Thermal Interface Material to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING 1-9 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AMD AM4 socket designed for the AM4 socket. Unplug all power cables before you use a CPU designed for AMD Ryzen...
... 1 2 3 4 Apply the Thermal Interface Material to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU! The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING 1-9 1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU) The motherboard comes with an AMD AM4 socket designed for the AM4 socket. Unplug all power cables before you use a CPU designed for AMD Ryzen...
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...DIMM_B1 & DIMM_B2 • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. 1.4 System memory Overview This motherboard comes with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling... system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs). • Refer to www.asus.com for the dual-channel configuration. The figure illustrates the location of the same version or date code (D/C) ... Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) Recommended memory configurations ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING 1-11
...DIMM_B1 & DIMM_B2 • You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. 1.4 System memory Overview This motherboard comes with the retailer to get the correct memory modules. • For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling... system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs). • Refer to www.asus.com for the dual-channel configuration. The figure illustrates the location of the same version or date code (D/C) ... Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List) Recommended memory configurations ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING 1-11
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... EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). 2-1 ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you can also manually update...
... EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP (Internet Service Provider). 2-1 ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING To launch EZ Update, click EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar. Copy the original motherboard BIOS using the ASUS Update utility. 2.1.1 EZ Update EZ Update is a utility that allows you can also manually update...
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.... • Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 3 utility automatically. 4. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file... to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Turn on your computer has a DVD optical drive. 2-3 ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING
.... • Download the latest BIOS file and BIOS Updater from the ASUS website at www.asus.com. When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 3 utility automatically. 4. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that contains the updated BIOS file... to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Turn on your computer has a DVD optical drive. 2-3 ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING
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... simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system chassis. • Press the power button to change between the two modes. 2-5 ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING Press to turn the system off then back on how to ensure system compatibility and stability. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online...the default value. BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can cause damage to guide you in this motherboard. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you see on your data or system. See section 1.2.1 Layout contents for this section are for...
... simultaneously. • Press the reset button on the system chassis. • Press the power button to change between the two modes. 2-5 ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING Press to turn the system off then back on how to ensure system compatibility and stability. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief online...the default value. BIOS menu screen The BIOS setup program can cause damage to guide you in this motherboard. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you see on your data or system. See section 1.2.1 Layout contents for this section are for...
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... mode, fan profile and boot device priority. 2.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to the system. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed, and SATA information Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Displays the system properties of...
... mode, fan profile and boot device priority. 2.2.1 EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you installed to the system. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed, and SATA information Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Displays the system properties of...
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... (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. We believe in providing...
... (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. We believe in providing...
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... Chang / President Signature : Date : Jul. 26, 2017 Ver. 170324 A-5 ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart...
... Chang / President Signature : Date : Jul. 26, 2017 Ver. 170324 A-5 ASUS TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : TUF B350M-PLUS GAMING Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart...