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Product warranty or 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.
Contents Safety information ...................... iv About this guide ......................v Package contents ....................... vi TUF GAMING B650M-E WIFI specifications summary ..........vi Chapter 1: Product Introduction Before you proceed ..................1-1 Motherboard overview ................. 1-2 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ..............1-9 System memory ..................
Safety information Electrical safety • To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system. • When adding or removing devices to or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, disconnect all power cables from the existing system before you add a device.
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard 1 x TUF GAMING B650M-E WIFI motherboard Cables 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas Miscellaneous 1 x M.2 Rubber package 1 x Screw package for M.2 SSD...
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TUF GAMING B650M-E WIFI specifications summary 1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet Ethernet TUF LANGuard Wi-Fi 6 2x2 Wi-Fi 6 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) Supports 2.4/5GHz frequency band Wireless & Bluetooth ® Bluetooth v5.2* ® * The Bluetooth version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer’s website for the latest specifications.
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TUF GAMING B650M-E WIFI specifications summary Storage related 2 x M.2 slots (Key M) 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5G) connector (supports USB Type-C ® 1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5G) header supports 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports 2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports...
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Form Factor 9.6 inch x 9.6 inch (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm) • Specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the ASUS website for the latest specifications. • MyASUS offers a variety of support features such as helping to troubleshoot issues, optimizing product performance, integrating ASUS software, and recovery drive creation.
• The pin definitions in this chapter are for reference only. The pin names depend on the location of the header/jumper/connector. • For more information on installing your motherboard, please scan the QR code below: TUF GAMING B650M-E WIFI...
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TX1- port on the front panel. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C connector provides ® TX1+ data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s. VBUS The USB 3.2 Gen 1 Type-C module is purchased separately. ® TUF GAMING B650M-E WIFI...
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9. USB 3.2 Gen 1 header U32G1_E34 PIN 1 The USB 3.2 Gen 1 header allows you to connect a USB 3.2 Gen USB3+5V USB3+5V IntA_E3_SSRX- 1 module for additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 IntA_E4_SSRX- IntA_E3_SSRX+ IntA_E4_SSRX+...
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I/O module that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this header. AAFP PIN 1 We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this header to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability. HD-audio-compliant pin definition TUF GAMING B650M-E WIFI...
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16. System Panel header This header supports several chassis-mounted functions. • System Power LED header (PLED) The 2-pin and/or 3-1 pin headers allow you to connect the System Power LED. The System Power LED lights up when the system is connected to a power source, or when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
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Press the BIOS FlashBack button for three seconds until the FlashBack LED blinks three times, indicating that the BIOS FlashBack function is enabled. To use BIOS FlashBack™: 1) Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for this motherboard. TUF GAMING B650M-E WIFI...
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® Wi-Fi 6 ports. Connect the bundled ASUS Wi-Fi antenna connectors to these ports. • 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 all persons.
CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU! • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the user. Installing the CPU Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU cooling system and CPU before you install the cooling system, if necessary.
Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information please refer to CPU/Memory Support list under the Support tab of product information site or visit https://www.asus.com/support/. Recommended memory configurations DIMM_A1...
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Installing a DIMM To remove a DIMM TUF GAMING B650M-E WIFI 1-11...
M.2 installation Supported M.2 type varies per motherboard. • Use a Phillips screwdriver when removing or installing the screws or screw stands mentioned in this section. • The M.2 is purchased separately. When installing an M.2 to the M.2 slot, you may need to use the removable screw stand. Remove the screws from the heatsink.
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Follow this step only if you wish to install an M.2 to type 2242. Install the bundled screw stand to the M.2 length screw hole you wish to install your M.2 to. Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot. Secure your M.2 using the bundled screw stand’s screw. TUF GAMING B650M-E WIFI 1-13...
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• To install an M.2 to M.2_2 slot For 2280 length Rotate and adjust the M.2 Q-Latch so that the handle points away from the M.2 slot. Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot. Rotate the M.2 Q-Latch clockwise to secure the M.2 in place. For 2242, 2260 length Remove the pre-installed removable M.2 Q-Latch screw at the 2280 length screw hole.
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Rotate the M.2 Q-Latch clockwise to secure the M.2 in place. Remove the plastic film from the thermal pads on the bottom of the heatsink. Replace the heatsink. Secure the heatsink using the screws removed previously. TUF GAMING B650M-E WIFI 1-15...
Wi-Fi antennas installation Installing the ASUS Wi-Fi antennas Connect the bundled ASUS Wi-Fi antennas connectors to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. • Ensure that the ASUS Wi-Fi antennas are securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports. •...
BIOS and RAID Support Knowing BIOS The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard- only BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system.
BIOS Setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program. Entering BIOS at startup To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press <Delete> or <F2> during the Power-On Self Test (POST).
ASUS EZ Flash 3 The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu or press hotkey <F5>.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file.
For more information on configuring your RAID sets, please refer to the RAID Configuration Guide which you can find at https://www. asus.com/support, or by scanning the QR code. RAID definitions Volume provides the ability to link-together storage from one or several disks, regardless of the size of the space on those disks.
Appendix Notices FCC Compliance Information Responsible Party: Asus Computer International Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA Phone / Fax No: (510)739-3777 / (510)608-4555 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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 may cause undesired operation.
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HDMI Trademark Notice The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, HDMI Trade dress, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. 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).
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ASUS products sold in Vietnam, on or after September 23, 2011,meet the requirements of the Vietnam Circular 30/2011/TT-BCT. Các sản phẩm ASUS bán tại Việt Nam, vào ngày 23 tháng 9 năm2011 trở về sau, đều phải đáp ứng các yêu cầu của Thông tư 30/2011/TT-BCT của Việt Nam.
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AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as the packaging materials.
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ASUSTek Computer Inc. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1206). Full text of UKCA declaration of conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/. The WiFi operating in the band 5150-5350MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for the country listed below:...
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2014/53/EU. Cijeli ASUSTeK Computer Inc. ar šo paziņo, ka šī ierīce atbilst Direktīvas tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na https://www.asus.com/support/. 2014/53/ES būtiskajām prasībām un citiem citiem saistošajiem nosacījumiem. Pilns ES atbilstības paziņojuma teksts pieejams šeit: WiFi koji radi na opsegu frekvencija 5150-5350 MHz bit će ograničen na...
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ASUSTek Computer Inc. tukaj izjavlja, da je ta naprava skladna s temeljnimi zahtevami in drugimi relevantnimii določili Direktive 2014/53/EU. Polno besedilo izjave EU o skladnosti je na voljo na https://www.asus.com/ support/. WiFi, ki deluje v pasovnem območju 5150–5350 MHz, mora biti v državah, navedenih v spodnjem seznamu, omejen na notranjo uporabo: Declaración de conformidad simplificada para la UE...
• ASUS offers a voluntary manufacturer’s Commercial Guarantee. • ASUS dragovoljno nudi komercijalno proizvođačko jamstvo. • ASUS reserves the right to interpret the provisions of the ASUS • ASUS zadržava prava na tumačenje odredbi ASUS komercijalnog Commercial Guarantee. jamstva. •...
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• ASUS tilbyr som produsent en frivillig kommersiell garanti. • Bảo hành thương mại này của ASUS được cung cấp độc lập và ngoài • ASUS forbeholder seg retten til å tolke bestemmelsene i ASUS sin Bảo đảm pháp lý theo luật định và không có cách nào ảnh hưởng đến kommersielle garanti.