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    Motherboard ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING
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    service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL https://www.asus.com/support/ or (2) problems
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    About this guide...vii ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING specifications summary ix Package contents...xiii Installation tools and components xiv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Motherboard overview 1-1 1.1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 1.1.3 Central Processing Unit (CPU
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    EZ Flash 3 Utility 3-21 3.9.2 ASUS Secure Erase 3-22 3.9.3 ASUS User Profile 3-23 3.9.4 ASUS SPD Information 3-23 3.9.5 ASUS Armoury Crate 3-23 3.9.6 Graphics Card Information 3-23 3.10 Exit menu 3-24 3.11 Updating BIOS 3-24 3.11.1 EZ Update 3-24 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-25 3.11
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    Chapter 4: RAID Support 4.1 AMD® RAID Array configurations 4-1 4.1.1 RAID definitions 4-1 Appendix Notices ...A-1 ASUS contact information A-7 v
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    Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on it, carefully read all the manuals that came with . • If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. vi
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    of the BIOS parameters are also provided. • Chapter 4: RAID Support This chapter describes the RAID configurations. Where to find more information Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. 1. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides
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    of the following symbols used throughout this manual. DANGER/WARNING: Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task. CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components when trying to complete a task. IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task
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    ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING specifications summary AM4 socket for AMD Ryzen™ 2nd Generation / Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics/ Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics / Ryzen™ 1st CPU Generation Processors Chipset Memory * Refer to www.asus.com for the AMD CPU support list. AMD B450 Chipset AMD Ryzen
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    ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING specifications summary Wireless & Bluetooth LAN Audio Intel® Wireless-AC 9260 with M.2 E key 2X2 MU-MIMO 802.11 ac supports dual frequency band 2.4/5 GHz Up to 1.73 Gbps speed Bluetooth v5.0 Intel® Ethernet Controller I211-AT Anti-surge LANGuard ROG GameFirst technology
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    ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING specifications summary Special Features Back I/O Ports ASUS Dual Intelligent Processors 5-Way Optimization by Dual Intelligent Processors 5: - Digi+VRM - EPU - TPU - Turbo APP - Fan Xpert 4 ASUS EZ DIY - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - ASUS EZ Flash 3 ASUS Q-Design - Q-LED (CPU,
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    ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING specifications summary Internal I/O Ports BIOS Manageability Software Operating system support Form factor 1 x USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector supports additional 2 USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports 1 x USB 2.0 connector supports additional 2 USB 2.0 ports 1 x TPM header 6 x SATA 6Gb/s
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    STRIX B450-E GAMING motherboard 4 x SATA 6Gb/s Cables 1 x Extension cable for RGB strips (80cm) 1 x Extension Cable for Addressable LED Strips (80cm) 2 x M.2 Screws 1 x M.2 E key Screw 1 x Strix door hanger 1 x ROG Strix stickers 1 x Cable tie package 1 x 2x2 Intel® 9260 PCIe Wi-Fi module 1 x ASUS
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    AMD® AM4/AM3 compatible CPU Fan AMD® AM4 CPU PC chassis SATA hard disk drive Phillips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit 1 bag of screws DIMM SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card The tools and components listed above are not included in the motherboard package. xiv
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    bag that came with the component. • Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 1-1
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    1.1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 Refer to 1.1.8 Internal connectors and 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection for more information about rear panel connectors and internal connectors. 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    ATX power connectors (24-pin EATXPWR; 8-pin EATX12V) 2. AM4 CPU socket 3. Fan and pump connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-3; 4-pin AIO_PUMP) 4. AURA RGB header (4-pin RGB_HEADER1-2) 5. DDR4 pin ADD_HEADER) 12. Clear RTC RAM jumper (2-pin CLRTC) 13. ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 1-3
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    The motherboard comes with an AM4 socket designed for AMD Ryzen™ 2nd Generation / Ryzen™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics / Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics / Ryzen™ 1st Generation Processors The AM4 socket has a different pinout design. Ensure that you use a CPU designed for the AM4 socket. The CPU
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    (DIMM) slots. A DDR4 module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Chapter 1 Recommended memory configurations The recommended memory DIMM slots are marked with an asterix (*). ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 1-5
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    GB, 4 GB, 8 GB, and 16 GB unbuffered and non‑ECC DDR4 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets. You may install varying memory sizes in system to support a full memory load (4 DIMMs) or overclocking condition. • Always install the DIMMS with the same CAS Latency. For an optimum compatibility, we recommend
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    cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. Chapter 1 Slot No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Slot Description PCIEX1_1 slot PCIEX16_1 slot PCIEX1_2 slot PCIEX16_2 slot PCIEX1_3 slot PCIEX16_3 slot ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 1-7
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    CPU Family AMD Ryzen™ 1st / 2nd Generation Processors AMD Ryzen™ / Athlon™ with Radeon™ Vega Graphics PCIE_X16_1 X16 X8 X8 PCIe operating mode PCIE_X16_2 M.2_2 M.2_1 M.2_1 (PCIE mode) (SATA mode) N/A N/A X4 Support X4 X4 X4 Support N/A N/A X4 Support AMD Ryzen motherboard chassis
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    system so the BIOS can automatically reset parameter settings to default values. • Due to the chipset behavior, AC power off is required to enable C.P.R. function. You must turn off and on the power supply or unplug and plug the power cord before rebooting the system. ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 1-9
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    Chapter 1 1.1.7 Onboard LEDs 1. Q LEDs (CPU, DRAM, VGA, BOOT) Q LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA card, and booting devices) in sequence during motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the corresponding LED remains lit until the problem is solved. This user-friendly design
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    a RAID 0, 1, and 10 configuration through the onboard AMD B450 chipset. Chapter 1 • These connectors are set to [AHCI] BIOS to [RAID]. • Before creating a RAID set, refer to the RAID Configuration Guide. You can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website. ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING
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    connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O -definition front panel audio module to this connector to avail of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. 3. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM
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    Chapter 1 4. TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM) This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which securely stores keys, digital certificates cable that allows you to monitor the temperature of your motherboard's critical components and connected devices. ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 1-13
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    Ryzen™ 2nd Generation / Ryzen™ 1st Generation Processors: - M.2_1 supports PCIE 3.0 x4 and SATA mode M Key design and type 2242 / 2260 / 2280 storage devices. - M.2_2 supports socket is not supported for these CPU The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    the back of the system chassis. This USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mb/s connection speed. DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 1-15
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    1 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gbps, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with USB 2.0. The USB 3.1 Gen 1 module is purchased separately. 10. LED connector (13-pin LED1_CON1) This connector is for connecting LED
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    extension cable and the RGB LED strip is connected in the correct orientation, and the 12V connector is aligned with the 12V header on the motherboard. • The LED strip will only light up when the system is operating. • The LED strip is purchased separately. ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 1-17
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    WS2812B LED strips or WS2812B based LED strips. The addressable RGB header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/Data/ Ground), with a the ATX power supply is switched off or the power cord is detached from the power supply. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard,
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    the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black CPU fan cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector. Connect the pump cable from the all-in-one cooler (AIO cooler) to the AIO_PUMP header, and connect the fan cables to the CPU_FAN and CHA_fan1 headers. ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING
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    firmly until the connectors completely fit. • For a fully configured system, we recommend that you use a power supply unit (PSU) that complies with ATX 12 V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • DO NOT forget to connect the 8-pin EATX12V power plug. Otherwise
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    connector (20-3 pin PANEL) This connector supports several chassis-mounted functions. Chapter 1 • System speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings. • ATX power button/soft-off button (2-pin PWRSW) This connector is for the system power. ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 1-21
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    Chapter 1 1-22 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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    AMD AM4 socket is compatible with AMD AM4 processors. Ensure you use a CPU designed for the AM4 socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! Chapter 2 ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 2-1
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    2.1.2 Cooling system installation Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU cooling system and CPU before you install the cooling system, if necessary. CPU heatsink and fan assembly Type 1 Chapter 2 2-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    CPU heatsink and fan assembly Type 2 Chapter 2 When using this type of CPU fan, remove the screws and the retention module only. Do not remove the plate on the bottom. ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 2-3
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    To install an AIO cooler Chapter 2 AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN CPU_OPT 2-4 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    chassis, ensuring that its rear I/O ports are aligned to the chassis' rear I/O panel. 2. Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the chassis. Chapter 2 DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard. ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 2-5
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    2.1.4 DIMM installation Chapter 2 To remove a DIMM 2-6 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.5 ATX power connection Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug. Chapter 2 ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 2-7
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    2.1.6 SATA device connection OR Chapter 2 2-8 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    Chapter 2 2.1.7 Front I/O connector To install front panel connector To install front panel audio connector AAFP To install USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector To install USB 2.0 connector USB 3.1 Gen 1 USB 2.0 ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 2-9
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    2.1.8 Expansion card installation To install PCIe x16 cards To install PCIe x1 cards Chapter 2 2-10 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.9 M.2 installation For M.2_1 Chapter 2 ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 2-11
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    Chapter 2 For M.2_2 (Type 2280 / 2260 / 2242 M.2) For M.2_2 (Type 22110 M.2) 1 1 2 1 3 2 1 3 4 8 7 8 5 6 6 5 6 4 2-12 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    2.1.10 M.2 Wi-Fi module and antenna installation Installing the M.2 W-Fi Module 2 1 4 3 Chapter 2 5 ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING • Ensure that the ASUS 2x2 dual band Wi-Fi antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports. • Ensure that the antenna is at least 20 cm away from
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    Chapter 2 2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection Rear panel connectors 1. PS/2 keyboard/mouse combo port 2. USB 3.1 Gen 1 Type-A port 5 3. DisplayPort 4. LAN (RJ-45) port* 5. USB 2.0 ports 9
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    Line In Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Side speaker Front Speaker Out Mic In Center/Subwoofer Rear Speaker Out Chapter 2 ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 2-15
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    2.2.2 Audio I/O connections Audio I/O ports Connect to Headphone and Mic Connect to Stereo Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 2-channel Speakers 2-16 Chapter 2: Basic Installation
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    Connect to 4-channel Speakers Connect to 5.1-channel Speakers Chapter 2 Connect to 7.1-channel Speakers ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 2-17
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    front panel case lights up. For systems with ATX power supplies, the system LED lights up when you press the ATX power button. If your monitor complies with on, hold down the key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the instructions in Chapter 3. 2.4 Turning off the computer While the system
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    BIOS settings may result to instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of a trained service personnel. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as RX450E.CAP for this motherboard. Chapter 3 ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING
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    the motherboard to the default value. See section 1.1.6 Jumpers for information on how to erase the RTC RAM via the Clear CMOS jumper. • The BIOS setup program does not support the Bluetooth devices. Please visit ASUS website for the detailed BIOS content manual. BIOS menu screen The BIOS Setup
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    Advanced Mode. Refer to the following sections for the detailed configurations. The default screen for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. Refer to the Setup Mode item in section Boot menu for details on the FAQ Displays a quick overview of the system status ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 3-3
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    bar displays the current settings of your fans. Use this button to manually tweak the fans to your desired settings. Refer to section 3.2.3 QFan Control for more information. Search (F9) This button allows you to search for BIOS items by entering its name, enter the item name to find the related
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    to connect to the BIOS FAQ web page of the ASUS support website. You can also BIOS setup program. Use the navigation keys to select items in the menu and change the settings. Last Modified button This button shows the items that you last modified and saved in BIOS Setup. ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING
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    modes Creates storage RAID and configures system overclocking Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Search(F9) AURA ON/OFF(F4) Chapter 3 Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click the button to manually tune the fans Loads optimized default settings Saves the changes and resets the
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    QFan Control The QFan Control allows you to set a fan profile or manually configure the operating speed of your CPU and chassis fans. Click to select a fan to be configured Click changes Click to go back to main menu Select to manually configure your fans Chapter 3 ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 3-7
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    configure your fans' operating speed. Chapter 3 Speed points To configure your fans: Select to manually configure your fans 1. Select the fan that you want to configure and to view its current status. 2. Click and drag the speed points to adjust
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    . OC Setup OC Tuning To start OC Tuning: 1. Press on your keyboard or click EZ Tuning Wizard screen. from the BIOS screen to open 2. Click OC then click Next. 3. Select a PC scenario Daily Computing or Gaming/Media Editing, then click Next. Chapter 3 ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 3-9
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    4. Select a Main Cooling System BOX cooler, Tower cooler, Water cooler, or I'm not sure, then click Next. 5. After selecting the Main Cooling System, click Next then click Yes to start the OC Tuning. Chapter 3 3-10 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    Favorites is your personal space where you can easily save and access your favorite BIOS items. Chapter 3 My Favorites comes with several performance, power saving, and fast boot related items by default. You can personalize this screen by adding or removing items. ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 3-11
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    screen. 2. On the Setup Tree Map screen, select the BIOS items that you want to save in My Favorites screen. Main as language and boot order • Configuration items such as Memory SPD Information, system time and date. 4. Click Exit (ESC) or press key to close Setup Tree Map screen. 5. Go
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    the BCLK frequency to enhance the system performance. Use the or to adjust the value. We recommend you to set the value based on the CPU specification, as high BCLK frequencies may damage the CPU permanently. Chapter 3 ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 3-13
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    [Auto] [DDR4-1333MHz] - [DDR4-4000MHz] TPU This item allows you to automatically overclock the CPU and DRAM CPU Configuration The items in this menu show the CPU-related information that the BIOS automatically detects. The items in this menu may vary based on the CPU installed. PSS Support
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    driver to enable advanced Serial ATA features that increases storage performance on random workloads by allowing the drive to internally optimize the order of commands. Set to [RAID] when you want to create a RAID configuration from the SATA hard disk drives. Chapter 3 ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING
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    the SATA Mode is set to [AHCI] and allows you to enable or disable SATA Hot Plug Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] 3.6.6 Onboard Devices Configuration The items in this menu allow you . Configuration options: [Auto] [GEN 1] [GEN 2] [GEN 3] Chapter 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    switched off. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enable(S4+S5)] [Enable(S5)] 3.6.8 Network Stack Configuration The items in this menu allow you to configure Ipv4 / Ipv6 PXE support. Chapter 3 ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 3-17
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    This item allows you to enable or disable USB Mass Storage Driver Support. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] USB Single Port Control This item allows you to enable or disable the individual USB ports. Refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout for the location of the USB ports. Chapter
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    speed on the next boot after an AC power loss. AMI Native NVMe Driver Support This item allows you to enable or disable all NVMe device native OpROM. Mode of the BIOS after POST. [EZ Mode] This item allows you to go to EZ Mode of the BIOS after POST. Chapter 3 ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 3-19
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    compatibility, enable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver add-on devices or the Windows® UEFI mode. Disable the CSM to fully support the non-UEFI driver Legacy only] [UEFI driver first] Boot from Storage [Legacy only] [UEFI driver first] Boot from PCI-E only] [UEFI driver first] Secure Boot
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    allows you to run ASUS EZ Flash 3. When you press , a confirmation message appears. Use the left/right arrow key to select between [Yes] or [No], then press to confirm your choice. For more details, refer to section 3.11.2 ASUS EZ Flash 3. Chapter 3 ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 3-21
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    to set the SATA mode to AHCI. Click Advanced > SATA Configuration > SATA Mode > AHCI. To launch ASUS Secure Erase, click Tool > ASUS Secure Erase on the Advanced mode menu. Check the ASUS support site for a full list of SSDs tested with ASUS Secure Erase. The drive may become unstable if you run
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    configuration for the PCIE slots that the graphics card is installed in your system. This feature is only supported on selected ASUS graphics cards. Bus Interface This item allows you to select the bus interface. Configuration options: [PCIEX16_1] Chapter 3 ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 3-23
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    on system stability, compatibility,and performance. However, BIOS updating is potentially risky. If there is no problem using the current version of BIOS, DO NOT manually update the BIOS. Inappropriate BIOS updating may result to system's failure to boot. Carefully follow the instructions in this
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    the latest BIOS, and then press . 6. Press to switch to the Folder Info field. 7. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press to perform the BIOS update process. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Chapter 3 ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 3-25
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    method, and then press . Chapter 3 4. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update. 5. Reboot the system when the update process is done. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit
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    to enter BIOS Setup to recover the BIOS setting. To ensure system compatibility and stability, we recommend that you press to load default BIOS values. DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure! Chapter 3 ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 3-27
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    Chapter 3 3-28 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup
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    Support RAID Support 4 4.1 AMD® RAID Array configurations The motherboard comes with the RaidXpert2 Configuration Utility that supports refer to the RAID Configuration Guide which you can find at https://www.asus.com/support. 4.1.1 RAID definitions Volume Chapter 4 ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING 4-1
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    Chapter 4 4-2 Chapter 4: RAID Support
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    Appendix Appendix Appendix Notices FCC Compliance Information Responsible Party: Asus Computer International Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA provide with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance. ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING A-1
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    Appendix Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference,
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    our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm. DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. should not be placed in municipal waste. ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment License. ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING A-3
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    quant à votre sécurité lors de l'utilisation de cet appareil dans certains lieux (les avions, les aéroports, les hôpitaux, les stations-service et les garages professionnels). b. Évitez d'utiliser cet appareil à proximité de dispositifs médicaux implantés. Si vous portez un implant électronique
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    of EU declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/ The WiFi operating in the band 5150-5350MHz shall be restricted to : https://www.asus.com/support/ Wi-Fi darbība 5150-5350 MHz ir jāierobežo lietošanai telpās valstīs, kuras norādītas tālāk. ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING A-5
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    på https://www.asus.com/support/ WiFi som använder asus.com/support/ Wi-Fi 5150-5350 AT BE BG CZ DK EE FR DE IS IE IT EL ES CY LV LI LT LU HU MT NL NO PL PT RO SI SK TR FI SE CH UK HR Intel® 9260 NGW output power table: Function Frequency WiFi Bluetooth
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    Harkort Str. 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany Fax +49-2102-959931 Web site http://www.asus.com/de Online contact http://eu-rma.asus.com/sales Technical Support Telephone +49-2102-5789555 Support Fax +49-2102-959911 Online support http://qr.asus.com/techserv ROG STRIX B450-E GAMING A-7
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Motherboard
ROG STRIX
B450-E
GAMING