ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi User Manual
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- ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 1
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your dealer for further information. For technical questions, please submit a support request form at https://event.asrock.com/tsd.asp ASRock Incorporation e-mail: [email protected] ASRock EUROPE B.V. e-mail: [email protected] ASRock America, Inc. e-mail: [email protected] Scan the QR code - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 3
Package Contents 1 1.2 Specifications 2 1.3 Motherboard Layout 6 1.4 I/O Panel 8 1.5 Block Diagram 10 1.6 802.11axe Wi-Fi 6E Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas 11 Chapter 2 Installation 13 2.1 Installing the CPU 14 2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 17 2.3 Installing - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 4
2.14 Post Status Checker 51 2.15 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_1) 52 2.16 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_2) 55 2.17 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_3) 58 - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 5
. You may find the latest VGA cards and CPU support list on ASRock's website as well. ASRock website http://www.asrock.com. 1.1 Package Contents • ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi Motherboard (ATX Form Factor) • ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi User Manual • 2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 6
. (http://www.asrock.com/) Expansion Slot CPU: • 1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 Slot (PCIE1), supports x16 mode* Chipset: • 1 x PCIe 3.0 x16 Slot (PCIE2), supports x4 mode* • 1 x PCIe 4.0 x1 Slot (PCIE3)* • 1 x Vertical M.2 Socket (Key E), supports type 2230 WiFi/ BT PCIe WiFi module * Supports NVMe SSD as - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 7
B650 Steel Legend WiFi Audio • 7.1 CH HD Audio with Content Protection (Realtek ALC4082 Audio Codec) • Individual PCB Layers for R/L Audio Channel • Impedance Sensing on Rear Out port • Nahimic Audio LAN • 2.5 Gigabit LAN 10/100/1000/2500 Mb/s • Dragon RTL8125BG • Supports Dragon 2.5G LAN - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 8
SPDIF Out Port • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2x2 Type-C Port (20 Gb/s) • 1 x USB 3.2 Gen2 Type-A Port (10 Gb/s) • 4 x USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Ports (USB32_34 support Ultra USB Power.) • 4 x USB 2.0 Ports • 1 x RJ-45 LAN Port • 1 x BIOS Flashback Button • 1 x Line Out Jack (Gold Audio Jack) • 1 x Microphone Input - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 9
B650 Steel Legend WiFi Connector • 1 x SPI TPM Header • 1 x Power LED is in use. BIOS Feature • AMI UEFI Legal BIOS with GUI support OS • Microsoft® Windows® 10 64-bit / 11 64-bit Certifications • , please visit our website: http://www.asrock.com Please realize that there is a certain - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 10
1.3 Motherboard Layout 6 English - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 11
B650 Steel Legend WiFi No. Description 1 8 pin 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1) 2 8 pin 12V Power Connector (ATX12V2) 3 2 x 288-pin DDR5 DIMM Slots (DDR5_A1, DDR5_B1) 4 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1) 5 2 x 288-pin - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 12
1.4 I/O Panel 2 1 3 12 11 10 9 8 7 5 4 6 No. Description No. Description 1 2.5G LAN RJ-45 Port* 7 USB 2.0 Ports (USB_1234) 2 Microphone Input Jack** 8 USB 3.2 Gen1 Type-A Ports (USB32_1234)*** 3 Line Out Jack** 9 BIOS Flashback Button 4 Optical SPDIF Out Port 5 USB 3.2 Gen2 Type - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 13
B650 Steel Legend WiFi ** Function of the Audio Ports in 2, 4, 5.1 or 7.1-channel Configuration: Channel 2ch 4ch 5.1ch 7.1ch Port Line Out (Front Panel) Function Front speaker out Rear speaker out Central/Subwoofer speaker out Side Speaker out *** USB32_34 support Ultra USB Power. English 9 - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 14
x2 SATA 2 port PCIE2 Gen3 x4 (X16 slot) PCIE2 share with SATA port 0&1 Gen3 x1 Gen2 x1 Gen4 x1 Gen3 x1 Realtek RTL8125BG 2.5G LAN WiFi 6E RZ616 ( PCIE ) PCIE3 Gen4 x1 (X1 slot) ASM1061 SATA contoller SATA 2 port - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 15
B650 Steel Legend WiFi 1.6 802.11axe Wi-Fi 6E Module and ASRock WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas 802.11axe Wi-Fi 6E + BT Module This motherboard comes with an exclusive 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/axe Wi-Fi 6E + BT module that offers support local area network (WLAN) adapter to support Wi-Fi 6E + BT. Bluetooth - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 16
WiFi Antennas Installation Guide Step 1 Prepare the WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas that come with the package. Step 2 Connect the two WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antennas to the antenna connectors. Turn the antenna clockwise until it is securely connected. Step 3 Set the WiFi 2.4/5/6 GHz Antenna as shown in the - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 17
B650 Steel Legend WiFi Chapter 2 Installation This is an ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 18
2.1 Installing the CPU 1. Before you insert the 1718-Pin CPU into the socket, please check if the PnP cap is on the socket, if the CPU surface is unclean, or if there are any bent pins in the socket. Do not force to insert the CPU into the socket if above situation is found. Otherwise, the CPU will - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 19
1 2 A B B650 Steel Legend WiFi 3 4 English Carefully place the CPU in as flat as possible. Do not drop it. 15 - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 20
socket lever. Please save the cover if the processor is removed. The cover must be placed if you wish to return the motherboard for after service. 16 English - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 21
B650 Steel Legend WiFi 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 - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 22
3 4 CPU_FAN1 18 English - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 23
Installing the CPU Cooler (Type 2) 1 B650 Steel Legend WiFi 2 English 19 - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 24
3 4 CPU_FAN1 20 English - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 25
B650 Steel Legend WiFi 5 CPU_FAN1 +12V RGB_LED1 *The illustrations shown here are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match the model you purchase. English 21 - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 26
Installing the CPU Cooler (Type 3) 1 2 22 English - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 27
B650 Steel Legend WiFi 3 4 23 English - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 28
5 CPU_FAN1 24 English - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 29
B650 Steel Legend WiFi 6 CPU_FAN1 +12V RGB_LED1 or CPU_FAN1 RGB_LED1 USB_1_2 Please note that only one cable should be used at a time in this step. If you select RGB_LED1, please install ASRock utility "ASRock Polychrome SYNC". If you select USB connector, please install AMD utility "SR3 - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 30
2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) This motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR5 (Double Data Rate 5) DIMM slots, and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology. 1. For dual channel configuration, you always need to install identical (the same brand, speed, size and chip-type) DDR5 DIMM pairs. 2. - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 31
B650 Steel Legend WiFi 1 2 3 27 English - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 32
2.4 Connecting the Front Panel Header 1 323:2(5:(/5(/'(' 32:(+5'6:'/('5(6(76: 2 HDD LED RESET SW 3$1(/ System Panel Header 10 9 Front Panel Wires Power SW (-) B Power SW (+) RESET SW (+) D RESET SW (-) Power LED (-) A Power LED (+) HDD LED (-) C HDD LED (+) A B C D 21 - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 33
2.5 Installing the Motherboard B650 Steel Legend WiFi English 29 - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 34
2.6 Installing SATA Drives 1 Optical Drive SATA Drive 2 SATA Data Cable 30 English - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 35
B650 Steel Legend WiFi 3 4 SATA Power Connector SATA Data Connector 31 English - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 36
2.7 Installing a Graphics Card 1 CLICK! 32 English - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 37
B650 Steel Legend WiFi Expansion Slots (PCIe Slots) There are 3 PCI Express slots on the motherboard. Before installing an expansion card, please make sure that the power supply is - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 38
2.8 Connecting Peripheral Devices 34 English - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 39
2.9 Connecting the Power Connectors B650 Steel Legend WiFi $7;9 $7;3:5 35 English - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 40
2.10 Power On 1 3 2 4 English 36 - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 41
B650 Steel Legend WiFi 2.11 Jumpers Setup The illustration shows how jumpers are setup. When the jumper cap is placed on the pins, the jumper is "Short". If no - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 42
2.12 Onboard Headers and Connectors Onboard headers and connectors are NOT jumpers. Do NOT place jumper caps over these headers and connectors. Placing jumper caps over the headers and connectors will cause permanent damage to the motherboard. System Panel Header (9-pin PANEL1) (see p.6, No. 17) - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 43
B650 Steel Legend WiFi Power LED and Speaker Header (7-pin SPK_PLED1) (see SATA3_A1) (see p.6, No. 16) (Lower) (SATA3_A2) (see p.6, No. 16) (Upper) These four SATA3 connectors support SATA data cables for internal storage devices with up to 6.0 Gb/s data transfer rate. *To minimize the boot time, - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 44
pin USB_5_6) (see p.6, No. 20) (9-pin USB_7_8) (see p.6, No. 19) There are two headers on this motherboard. Each USB 2.0 header can support two ports. USB_5_6 USB_PWR -B +B GND DUMMY 1 GND +A -A USB_PWR USB_7_8 USB_PWR -B +B GND DUMMY 1 GND +A -A USB_PWR USB 3.2 Gen1 Headers (19-pin USB32_6_7) (see - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 45
B650 Steel Legend WiFi Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (20-pin USB32_TC_2) (see p.6, No. 12) High Definition Audio supports Jack Sensing, but the panel wire on the chassis must support HDA to function correctly. Please follow the instructions in our manual and chassis manual to install your - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 46
Chassis/Water Pump Fan Connectors (4-pin CHA_FAN1/WP) (see p.6, No. 28) (4-pin CHA_FAN2/WP) (see p.6, No. 24) (4-pin CHA_FAN3/WP) (see p.6, No. 23) (4-pin CHA_FAN4/WP) (see p.6, No. 22) This motherboard provides four 4-Pin water cooling chassis fan connectors. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin chassis - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 47
B650 Steel Legend WiFi CPU Fan Connector (4-pin CPU_FAN1) (see p.6, No. 4) This motherboard provides a 4-Pin CPU fan (Quiet Fan) connector. If you plan to connect a 3-Pin CPU fan, please - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 48
ATX Power Connector (24-pin ATXPWR1) (see p.6, No. 10) This motherboard provides a 24-pin ATX power connector. To use a 20-pin ATX power supply, please plug it along Pin 1 and Pin 13. ATXPWR1 12 24 1 13 ATX 12V Power Connectors (8-pin ATX12V1) (see p.6, No. 1) (8-pin ATX12V2) (see p.6, No. 2) - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 49
B650 Steel Legend WiFi SPI TPM Header (13-pin SPI_TPM_J1) (see p.6, No. 13) This connector supports SPI Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also helps enhance network security, protects digital - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 50
do so may cause damages to motherboard components. 1. Please note that the RGB LED strips do not come with the package. 2. The RGB LED header supports standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V) and length within 2 meters. 46 English - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 51
B650 Steel Legend WiFi Addressable LED Headers (3-pin ADDR_LED1) (see p.6, No. 25) (3-pin ADDR_LED2) (see p.6, No. 9) (3-pin ADDR_LED3) (see p.6, No. 8) These headers are used to connect Addressable LED extension - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 52
do so may cause damages to motherboard components. 1. Please note that the Addressable LED strips do not come with the package. 2. The Addressable LED header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strip (5V/ Data/GND), with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V) and length within 2 meters. 48 English - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 53
B650 Steel Legend WiFi 2.13 Smart Switches The motherboard has one smart switch: BIOS Flashback Button, allowing users to flash the BIOS. BIOS Flashback Button (BIOS_FB1) (see p.8, No. 9) BIOS Flashback Button allows users to flash the BIOS. BIOS_FB1 USB BIOS Flashback port 49 English - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 54
an unpredictable failure may occur. To use the USB BIOS Flashback function, Please follow the steps below. 1. Download the latest BIOS file from ASRock's website : http://www.asrock.com. 2. Copy the BIOS file to your USB flash drive. Please make sure the file system of your USB flash drive must be - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 55
B650 Steel Legend WiFi 2.14 Post Status Checker Post Status Checker (PSC) diagnoses the computer when users power on the machine. It emits a red light to indicate whether the - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 56
2.15 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_1) The M.2 is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Blazing M.2 Socket (M2_1, Key M) supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen5x4 (128 Gb/s) mode. Installing the M.2 SSD Module Step 1 Prepare a M.2 SSD module and - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 57
B A B650 Steel Legend WiFi Step 4 Peel off the yellow protective film on the nut A. Prepare the M.2 standoff that comes with the package, and hand tighten it into the nut A. - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 58
next to the M.2 connector (3). *Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module and M.2 heatsink. For the latest updates of M.2 SSD module support list, please visit our website for details: 54 http://www - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 59
B650 Steel Legend WiFi 2.16 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_2) The M.2 is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_2, Key M) supports type 2230/2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode. Installing the M.2 SSD Module Step 1 - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 60
2 1 C B A C B A 1 Step 3 Before installing a M.2 SSD module, please loosen the screws to remove the M.2 heatsink. *Please remove the protective films on the bottom side of the M.2 heatsink before you install a M.2 SSD module. Step 4 Move the standoff based on the module type and length. - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 61
C NUT2 NUT1 1 2 B650 Steel Legend WiFi Step 6 Tighten the screw with a screwdriver to secure the module into place. Please do might damage the module and M.2 heatsink. For the latest updates of M.2 SSD module support list, please visit our website for details: http://www.asrock.com English 57 - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 62
2.17 M.2 SSD Module Installation Guide (M2_3) The M.2 is a small size and versatile card edge connector that aims to replace mPCIe and mSATA. The Hyper M.2 Socket (M2_3, Key M) supports type 2260/2280 PCIe Gen4x4 (64 Gb/s) mode. Installing the M.2 SSD Module Step 1 Prepare a M.2 SSD module and the - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 63
2 1 B650 Steel Legend WiFi 1 Step 3 Before installing a M.2 SSD module, please loosen the screws to remove the M.2 heatsink. *Please remove the protective films on the bottom side of the M.2 heatsink - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 64
the M.2 heatsink into place. Please do not overtighten the screw as this might damage the module and M.2 heatsink. For the latest updates of M.2 SSD module support list, please visit our website for details: http://www.asrock.com 60 English - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 65
without notice, and should not be constructed as a commitment by ASRock. ASRock assumes no responsibility for any errors or omissions that may appear energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 66
replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. If you require assistance please call ASRock Tel : +886-2-28965588 ext.123 (Standard International call charges apply) - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 67
the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of related Directives. Full text of EU declaration of conformity is available at: http://www.asrock.com ASRock follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products, and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle - ASRock B650 Steel Legend WiFi | User Manual - Page 68
Operations in the 5.15-5.35/6GHz band are restricted to indoor usage only. Radio transmit power per transceiver type Function WiFi Bluetooth Frequency 2400-2483.5 MHz 5150-5250 MHz 5250-5350 MHz 5470-5725 MHz 5725-5850 MHz 5945-6425 MHz 2400-2483.5 MHz Maximum Output