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Motherboard ProArt B550CREATOR
Motherboard ProArt B550CREATOR
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...ProArt B550-CREATOR specifications summary vii Connectors with shared bandwidth xii Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 CPU installation 2-1 2.1.2 Cooling system installation 2-2 2.1.3 DIMM installation 2-5 2.1.4 M.2 installation 2-6 2.1.5 Motherboard...; 4 monitor connection 2-15 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-19 2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-21 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection 2-21 2.3.2...
...ProArt B550-CREATOR specifications summary vii Connectors with shared bandwidth xii Package contents...xiv Installation tools and components xv Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2 Chapter 2: Basic Installation 2.1 Building your PC system 2-1 2.1.1 CPU installation 2-1 2.1.2 Cooling system installation 2-2 2.1.3 DIMM installation 2-5 2.1.4 M.2 installation 2-6 2.1.5 Motherboard...; 4 monitor connection 2-15 2.2 BIOS update utility 2-19 2.2 Motherboard rear and audio connections 2-21 2.2.1 Rear I/O connection 2-21 2.3.2...
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...with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • Your motherboard should only be used in any damage, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to fix... assistance before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are connected. v Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with ambient ...
...with the product, contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer. • Your motherboard should only be used in any damage, contact your local power company. • If the power supply is set to fix... assistance before you add a device. • Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all power cables are connected. v Operation safety • Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on a stable surface. • If you encounter technical problems with ambient ...
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It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. Where to find more information Refer to boot into the BIOS, upgrade BIOS using the EZ Flash Utility and support on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. vi CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the ...components and injuries to yourself when trying to help you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on RAID. These documents are not part of the following symbols used in this guide To...
It includes description of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. Where to find more information Refer to boot into the BIOS, upgrade BIOS using the EZ Flash Utility and support on ASUS hardware and software products. 2. vi CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the ...components and injuries to yourself when trying to help you need when installing and configuring the motherboard. ASUS website The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on RAID. These documents are not part of the following symbols used in this guide To...
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...Overvoltage Protection - Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - Overcurrent Protection (continued on the next page) x ProArt B550-CREATOR specifications summary Special Features Extreme Engine Digi+ - 5K Black Metallic Capacitors ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - ...BIOS FlashBack™ button - DIGI+ VRM (- ESD Guards - Stainless-Steel Back I /O shield - Q-DIMM - Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green]) - M.2 heatsink - Box Headers - ProCool II - SafeSlot AURA Sync - Addressable Gen 2 RGB header(s) Bespoke Motherboard...
...Overvoltage Protection - Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - Overcurrent Protection (continued on the next page) x ProArt B550-CREATOR specifications summary Special Features Extreme Engine Digi+ - 5K Black Metallic Capacitors ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - ...BIOS FlashBack™ button - DIGI+ VRM (- ESD Guards - Stainless-Steel Back I /O shield - Q-DIMM - Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow green]) - M.2 heatsink - Box Headers - ProCool II - SafeSlot AURA Sync - Addressable Gen 2 RGB header(s) Bespoke Motherboard...
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xiv Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Miscellaneous Installation Media Documentation 1 x ProArt B550-CREATOR motherboard 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x DP to DP cable for Thunderbolt™ 4 1 x M.2 Rubber Package(s) 1 x Support DVD 1 x ACC Express Activation Key Card 1 x User manual If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
xiv Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Miscellaneous Installation Media Documentation 1 x ProArt B550-CREATOR motherboard 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x DP to DP cable for Thunderbolt™ 4 1 x M.2 Rubber Package(s) 1 x Support DVD 1 x ACC Express Activation Key Card 1 x User manual If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
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xv Installation tools and components PC chassis Phillips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit AMD AM4 CPU AMD AM4/AM3 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) M.2 SSD module (optional) 1 Bag of screws The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
xv Installation tools and components PC chassis Phillips (cross) screwdriver Power supply unit AMD AM4 CPU AMD AM4/AM3 compatible CPU Fan DDR4 DIMM SATA hard disk drive SATA optical disc drive (optional) Graphics card (optional) M.2 SSD module (optional) 1 Bag of screws The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard package.
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Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the ... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ProArt B550-CREATOR 1-1
Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components or change any motherboard settings. • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component, ensure that the ATX power supply is switched off or the ... or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due to static electricity. • Hold components by the edges to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. ProArt B550-CREATOR 1-1
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1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
1.2 Motherboard layout Chapter 1 1-2 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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CPU socket The motherboard comes with a Socket AM4 designed for the AM4 socket. • The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. Chapter 1 1. Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU. • Ensure that you use a CPU designed for AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series / 4000 G-Series / 3000 Series Desktop Processors. • The AM4 socket has a different pinout design.
CPU socket The motherboard comes with a Socket AM4 designed for the AM4 socket. • The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. Chapter 1 1. Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU. 1-4 Chapter 1: Product Introduction DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU. • Ensure that you use a CPU designed for AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series / 4000 G-Series / 3000 Series Desktop Processors. • The AM4 socket has a different pinout design.
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DIMM slots The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) memory modules. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Chapter 1 2. Recommended memory configurations ProArt B550-CREATOR 1-5 A DDR4 memory module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module.
DIMM slots The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) memory modules. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 memory module to the DDR4 slot. Chapter 1 2. Recommended memory configurations ProArt B550-CREATOR 1-5 A DDR4 memory module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, or DDR3 module.
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Chapter 1 Please refer to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. ProArt B550-CREATOR 1-7 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. 3. Failure to the following tables for the recommended VGA configuration and Hyper M.2 configuration.
Chapter 1 Please refer to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. ProArt B550-CREATOR 1-7 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. 3. Failure to the following tables for the recommended VGA configuration and Hyper M.2 configuration.
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... inside the system may damage the motherboard components. 4. For water cooling kits, connect the pump connector to the AIO_PUMP header. Power 12W 12W 12W 12W 12W 12W 12W Default Speed Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Full Speed Shared Control A A - ProArt B550-CREATOR 1-9 Do not place jumper caps...
... inside the system may damage the motherboard components. 4. For water cooling kits, connect the pump connector to the AIO_PUMP header. Power 12W 12W 12W 12W 12W 12W 12W Default Speed Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Q-Fan Controlled Full Speed Shared Control A A - ProArt B550-CREATOR 1-9 Do not place jumper caps...
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... complies with ATX 12V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • We recommend that you to connect your motherboard to ensure the system stability. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Power connectors These Power connectors allow you use a PSU with more power-consuming devices. Chapter... 1 • DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you want to fit in only one orientation, find the proper orientation...
... complies with ATX 12V Specification 2.0 (or later version) and provides a minimum power of 350 W. • We recommend that you to connect your motherboard to ensure the system stability. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Power connectors These Power connectors allow you use a PSU with more power-consuming devices. Chapter... 1 • DO NOT connect the 4-pin power plug only, the motherboard may not boot up if the power is inadequate. • If you want to fit in only one orientation, find the proper orientation...
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DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to connect a USB module for additional USB 2.0 ports. Chapter 1 10. USB 2.0 header The USB 2.0 header allows you to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 header provides data transfer speeds of up to 480 Mb/s connection speed. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to connect a USB module for additional USB 2.0 ports. Chapter 1 10. USB 2.0 header The USB 2.0 header allows you to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 header provides data transfer speeds of up to 480 Mb/s connection speed. The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. 1-14 Chapter 1: Product Introduction
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... connect individually addressable RGB WS2812B LED strips or WS2812B based LED strips. ProArt B550-CREATOR 1-15 Chapter 1 The Addressable Gen2 header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/ Data/Ground), with the 5V header on the motherboard. • The addressable RGB LED strip will only light up when ...the system is powered on this board can handle a combined maximum of 500 LEDs. Before you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light ...
... connect individually addressable RGB WS2812B LED strips or WS2812B based LED strips. ProArt B550-CREATOR 1-15 Chapter 1 The Addressable Gen2 header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/ Data/Ground), with the 5V header on the motherboard. • The addressable RGB LED strip will only light up when ...the system is powered on this board can handle a combined maximum of 500 LEDs. Before you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light ...
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Before you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up, check if the ... damage to connect RGB LED strips. Chapter 1 The AURA RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with the 12V header on the motherboard. • The LED strip will only light up when the system is powered on. • The LED strip is detached from the power supply. AURA...
Before you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip. • If your LED strip does not light up, check if the ... damage to connect RGB LED strips. Chapter 1 The AURA RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with the 12V header on the motherboard. • The LED strip will only light up when the system is powered on. • The LED strip is detached from the power supply. AURA...
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ProArt B550-CREATOR 1-19 Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. Chapter 1 15. We recommend that supports HD Audio. Front Panel Audio header The front panel audio header is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to this header.
ProArt B550-CREATOR 1-19 Connect one end of the motherboard's high-definition audio capability. Chapter 1 15. We recommend that supports HD Audio. Front Panel Audio header The front panel audio header is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to avail of the front panel audio I /O module that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector to this header.
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ProArt B550-CREATOR 1-21 Connect the thermal sensor and place it on the device or the motherboard's component to monitor the temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. Thermal Sensor header The Thermal Sensor header allows you to connect a sensor to detect its temperature. The thermal sensor is purchased separately. Chapter 1 20.
ProArt B550-CREATOR 1-21 Connect the thermal sensor and place it on the device or the motherboard's component to monitor the temperature of the devices and the critical components inside the motherboard. Thermal Sensor header The Thermal Sensor header allows you to connect a sensor to detect its temperature. The thermal sensor is purchased separately. Chapter 1 20.
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... cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. 18. Q-LEDs The Q-LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA, and booting devices) during the motherboard booting process. The actual cause may vary from case to connect a TPM module, which securely stores keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also...
... cause of an error code as a starting point for troubleshooting. 18. Q-LEDs The Q-LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA, and booting devices) during the motherboard booting process. The actual cause may vary from case to connect a TPM module, which securely stores keys, digital certificates, passwords, and data. A TPM system also...
