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... last shipment of the product, either (1) for free by downloading it shipped to this information. to , by the purchaser for the cost of this email address). 2 ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual All Rights Reserved. The source code will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is licensed under the General...
... last shipment of the product, either (1) for free by downloading it shipped to this information. to , by the purchaser for the cost of this email address). 2 ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual All Rights Reserved. The source code will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is licensed under the General...
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... "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for this user manual refers to instability or boot failure. The term "BIOS" in this motherboard. 4 ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual We strongly recommend that you change the default BIOS settings except in the motherboard CMOS. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new...
... "UEFI BIOS" unless otherwise specified. When downloading or updating the BIOS file, rename it as storage device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot device configuration that are needed for this user manual refers to instability or boot failure. The term "BIOS" in this motherboard. 4 ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual We strongly recommend that you change the default BIOS settings except in the motherboard CMOS. In normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to run the BIOS Setup. • You have installed a new...
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... reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. 1.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its routines. See the motherboard manual for the detailed BIOS content manual. After doing either of the three options, press key to change between the two modes. ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual 5
... reference purposes only, and may not exactly match what you see on your screen. • Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the BIOS Setup program. 1.2 BIOS setup program Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its routines. See the motherboard manual for the detailed BIOS content manual. After doing either of the three options, press key to change between the two modes. ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual 5
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...6 ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual The default screen for details. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed, and SATA information Displays the system properties of the BIOS setup program Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click < or > to the Setup Mode item in section 1.8 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you enter the BIOS setup program. Refer to switch...
...6 ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual The default screen for details. Displays the CPU/motherboard temperature, CPU voltage output, CPU/chassis fan speed, and SATA information Displays the system properties of the BIOS setup program Enables or disables the SATA RAID mode for Intel Rapid Storage Technology Displays the CPU Fan's speed. Click < or > to the Setup Mode item in section 1.8 Boot menu for entering the BIOS setup program can be changed. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you enter the BIOS setup program. Refer to switch...
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... QR code on your mouse over this button to show the values for the BIOS setup program. Search on FAQ Move your mobile device to connect to display the other items on the screen. ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual 9 You can change the value of the ASUS support website. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to the BIOS FAQ web page of the field opposite the item. Use key...
... QR code on your mouse over this button to show the values for the BIOS setup program. Search on FAQ Move your mobile device to connect to display the other items on the screen. ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual 9 You can change the value of the ASUS support website. Press the Up/Down arrow keys or / keys to the BIOS FAQ web page of the field opposite the item. Use key...
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... open 2. Press on your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. from the BIOS screen to view the saved BIOS items. ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual 13 Main menu panel Selected shortcut items Submenu panel Delete all favorite items Recover to close Setup Tree Map screen. 5. Click Exit (ESC) or press key to default favorite items 3. You cannot add user-managed items such as favorite from main menu panel, then click the submenu...
... open 2. Press on your keyboard or click Setup Tree Map screen. from the BIOS screen to view the saved BIOS items. ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual 13 Main menu panel Selected shortcut items Submenu panel Delete all favorite items Recover to close Setup Tree Map screen. 5. Click Exit (ESC) or press key to default favorite items 3. You cannot add user-managed items such as favorite from main menu panel, then click the submenu...
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... 3-Core Ratio Limit. ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual 17 DRAM Odd Ratio Mode [Enabled] Allows you configure the power usage to boost or enhance system performance. [Auto] Automatically adjusts the power usage based on the system load. [Max Power-Saving Mode] Enables all power-saving settings to achieve a high system performance. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR4-800MHz] [DDR4-933MHz] [DDR4-1066MHz] [DDR4-1200MHz] [DDR4-1333MHz] [DDR4-1400MHz] [DDR4-1500MHz] [DDR4-1600MHz] ~ [DDR4-4266MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency...
... 3-Core Ratio Limit. ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual 17 DRAM Odd Ratio Mode [Enabled] Allows you configure the power usage to boost or enhance system performance. [Auto] Automatically adjusts the power usage based on the system load. [Max Power-Saving Mode] Enables all power-saving settings to achieve a high system performance. Configuration options: [Auto] [DDR4-800MHz] [DDR4-933MHz] [DDR4-1066MHz] [DDR4-1200MHz] [DDR4-1333MHz] [DDR4-1400MHz] [DDR4-1500MHz] [DDR4-1600MHz] ~ [DDR4-4266MHz] Selecting a very high memory frequency...
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...to set the CPU VRM Switching Frequency to become unstable! Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] DRAM Timing Control The subitems in this happens, revert to the default settings. The thermal conditions should be monitored. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the key. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally depending on the CPU specification. DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification and affects the CPU power voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO...
...to set the CPU VRM Switching Frequency to become unstable! Configuration options: [Auto] [Disabled] [Enabled] DRAM Timing Control The subitems in this happens, revert to the default settings. The thermal conditions should be monitored. To restore the default setting, type [auto] using the keyboard and press the key. The CPU working voltage will decrease proportionally depending on the CPU specification. DIGI+ VRM CPU Load-Line Calibration [Auto] Load-line is defined by Intel VRM specification and affects the CPU power voltage. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO...
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...defined by Intel VRM specification and affects the GT power voltage. Select [Manual] to set a higher frequency for a quicker transient response speed. ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual 19 CPU Graphics Switching Frequency [Auto] This item affects the GT transient response speed and the component thermal production. The GT working voltage will decrease proportionally depending on the GT specification. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT remove the thermal module. CPU Graphics Power Duty Control [T.Probe] The CPU Graphics power duty control adjusts the current of...
...defined by Intel VRM specification and affects the GT power voltage. Select [Manual] to set a higher frequency for a quicker transient response speed. ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual 19 CPU Graphics Switching Frequency [Auto] This item affects the GT transient response speed and the component thermal production. The GT working voltage will decrease proportionally depending on the GT specification. Configuration options: [Auto] [Manual] DO NOT remove the thermal module. CPU Graphics Power Duty Control [T.Probe] The CPU Graphics power duty control adjusts the current of...
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... display from CPU, PCIE and PCI graphics devices Configuration options: [Auto] [CPU Graphics] [PCIE] iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the 4G decoding for the multi-monitor output. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Graphics Configuration Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C7 report to OS. Configuration options: [32M] [64M] [96M] ~ [1024M] DMI/OPI Configuration This item allows you to run at 64 MB. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2 [Gen3] 26 ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled...
... display from CPU, PCIE and PCI graphics devices Configuration options: [Auto] [CPU Graphics] [PCIE] iGPU Multi-Monitor [Disabled] This item allows you to enable or disable the 4G decoding for the multi-monitor output. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] Graphics Configuration Allows you to disable or enable the CPU C7 report to OS. Configuration options: [32M] [64M] [96M] ~ [1024M] DMI/OPI Configuration This item allows you to run at 64 MB. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2 [Gen3] 26 ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled...
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...When set to internally optimize the order of SATA devices. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] IOAPIC 24-119 Entries [Enabled] This item allows you to [Gen1], the PCIe port runs at PCI-E 2.0 speed. Enable this item to [Enabled] to support DRAM address remapping for 64-bit operating systems. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 1.6.4 PCH Configuration PCI Express Configuration This item allows you to fail. ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual 27 IRQ24-119 may cause certain devices to configure the PCI Express slots. The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to...
...When set to internally optimize the order of SATA devices. Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] IOAPIC 24-119 Entries [Enabled] This item allows you to [Gen1], the PCIe port runs at PCI-E 2.0 speed. Enable this item to [Enabled] to support DRAM address remapping for 64-bit operating systems. Configuration options: [Enabled] [Disabled] 1.6.4 PCH Configuration PCI Express Configuration This item allows you to fail. ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual 27 IRQ24-119 may cause certain devices to configure the PCI Express slots. The AHCI allows the onboard storage driver to...
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... set the behavior of the audio LED. SATA6G_1 port cannot be disabled. [SATA] Only supports M.2 SATA devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Still Mode] [Breathing Mode] M.2_1 Configuration [Auto] [Auto] Auto-detects the M.2 device mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hot Plug [Disabled] (SATA6G_1 ~ SATA6G_6) These items allow you to [Enabled]. If a SATA device is a monitoring system that shows a warning message during POST (Power-on Self Test) when an error occurs in this mode. [PCIE] Only supports M.2 PCIE devices. 28 ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual
... set the behavior of the audio LED. SATA6G_1 port cannot be disabled. [SATA] Only supports M.2 SATA devices. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Still Mode] [Breathing Mode] M.2_1 Configuration [Auto] [Auto] Auto-detects the M.2 device mode. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] Hot Plug [Disabled] (SATA6G_1 ~ SATA6G_6) These items allow you to [Enabled]. If a SATA device is a monitoring system that shows a warning message during POST (Power-on Self Test) when an error occurs in this mode. [PCIE] Only supports M.2 PCIE devices. 28 ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual
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... item allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the onboard LAN controller or other PME options will be switched off some power at S5 to [Enabled], all other installed PCIe LAN cards. Serial Port 1 [On] Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM).Configuration options: [On] [Off] Change Settings [IO=3F8h; Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=3] 1.6.8 APM Configuration ErP Ready [Disabled] Allows BIOS to select the Serial Port base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual 29 The system goes into...
... item allows you to enable or disable the PXE OptionRom of the onboard LAN controller or other PME options will be switched off some power at S5 to [Enabled], all other installed PCIe LAN cards. Serial Port 1 [On] Allows you to enable or disable the serial port (COM).Configuration options: [On] [Off] Change Settings [IO=3F8h; Configuration options: [IO=3F8h; IRQ=3] 1.6.8 APM Configuration ErP Ready [Disabled] Allows BIOS to select the Serial Port base address. Configuration options: [Disabled] [Enabled] ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual 29 The system goes into...
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... you set Boot Logo Display to easily enter the BIOS setup. The third-party ROM messages will be forced to do so. ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual 35 Post Report [5 sec] This item appears only when you to go to EZ Mode of the BIOS after POST. [EZ Mode] This item allows you set Boot Logo Display to [Auto] and [Full Screen] This item allows you to enable or disable power-on device to display during the boot...
... you set Boot Logo Display to easily enter the BIOS setup. The third-party ROM messages will be forced to do so. ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual 35 Post Report [5 sec] This item appears only when you to go to EZ Mode of the BIOS after POST. [EZ Mode] This item allows you set Boot Logo Display to [Auto] and [Full Screen] This item allows you to enable or disable power-on device to display during the boot...
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... 1.10 Exit Menu for the BIOS file. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. The utility automatically checks the devices for details. 1.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is done. The system requires you press to load default BIOS values. You can cause system boot failure! 44 ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 3 automatically. 4. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that allows...
... 1.10 Exit Menu for the BIOS file. Recovering the BIOS To recover the BIOS: 1. The utility automatically checks the devices for details. 1.11.3 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is done. The system requires you press to load default BIOS values. You can cause system boot failure! 44 ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING BIOS Manual When found, the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 3 automatically. 4. Doing so can restore a corrupted BIOS file using the motherboard support DVD or a USB flash drive that allows...
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...-V Gigabit LAN - Dual interconnect between the integrated Media Access Controller (MAC) and physical layer (PHY) Anti-surge LANGuard Intel® B250 Chipset - 6 x USB 3.0 ports (2 ports at back panel [blue], 4 ports at mid-board) - 6 x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at back panel, 2 ports at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2133MHz. *** Refer to use a SATA device. ** Intel® Optane™ Technology is only supported by 7th Generation Intel® processors. STRIX B250G GAMING specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Storage LAN USB Intel® socket 1151...
...-V Gigabit LAN - Dual interconnect between the integrated Media Access Controller (MAC) and physical layer (PHY) Anti-surge LANGuard Intel® B250 Chipset - 6 x USB 3.0 ports (2 ports at back panel [blue], 4 ports at mid-board) - 6 x USB 2.0 ports (4 ports at back panel, 2 ports at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2133MHz. *** Refer to use a SATA device. ** Intel® Optane™ Technology is only supported by 7th Generation Intel® processors. STRIX B250G GAMING specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Expansion slots VGA Storage LAN USB Intel® socket 1151...
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... M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (Supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode only) 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x TPM connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x Clear CMOS jumper (2-pin) 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM2.0, DMI3.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 10 64-bit Windows...
... M Key, type 2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices support (Supports PCIe 3.0 x4 mode only) 1 x Front panel audio connector (AAFP) 1 x TPM connector 1 x System panel connector 1 x Clear CMOS jumper (2-pin) 128 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 5.0, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, CrashFree BIOS 3, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence Detect) memory information WfM2.0, DMI3.0, WOL by PME, PXE Drivers ASUS Utilities EZ Update Anti-virus software (OEM version) Windows® 10 64-bit Windows...
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...options: [Disabled] [Still Mode] [Breathing Mode] Chapter 3 ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING 3-13 Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] 3.6.5 PCH Storage Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of the audio LED. When set to [Gen3], the PCIe port runs at PCIe 3.0 speed. Configuration options: [On] [Off] Hot Plug [Disabled] (SATA6G_1 (Gray) ~ SATA6G_6(Gray)) These items allow you to adjust the Link Speed for PEG Port and Multi-Monitor. 3.6.4 PCH Configuration PCI Express Configuration This item allows you to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug...
...options: [Disabled] [Still Mode] [Breathing Mode] Chapter 3 ASUS STRIX B250G GAMING 3-13 Configuration options: [Auto] [Gen1] [Gen2] [Gen3] 3.6.5 PCH Storage Configuration While entering Setup, the BIOS automatically detects the presence of the audio LED. When set to [Gen3], the PCIe port runs at PCIe 3.0 speed. Configuration options: [On] [Off] Hot Plug [Disabled] (SATA6G_1 (Gray) ~ SATA6G_6(Gray)) These items allow you to adjust the Link Speed for PEG Port and Multi-Monitor. 3.6.4 PCH Configuration PCI Express Configuration This item allows you to enable/disable SATA Hot Plug...
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... support. 3.6.10 HDD/SSD SMART Information This menu displays the SMART information of the USB ports. 3.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. USB Single Port Control This item allows you to configure the Q-Fan features. Chapter 3 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Serial Port Configuration The sub-items in this menu allow you to [Enabled], all other PME options will be disabled. [PCIE mode] Supports M.2 PCIe devices only. SATA6G_1 port will be disabled. [SATA mode] Supports M.2 SATA devices...
... support. 3.6.10 HDD/SSD SMART Information This menu displays the SMART information of the USB ports. 3.7 Monitor menu The Monitor menu displays the system temperature/power status, and allows you to change the fan settings. USB Single Port Control This item allows you to configure the Q-Fan features. Chapter 3 3-14 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Serial Port Configuration The sub-items in this menu allow you to [Enabled], all other PME options will be disabled. [PCIE mode] Supports M.2 PCIe devices only. SATA6G_1 port will be disabled. [SATA mode] Supports M.2 SATA devices...
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... start booting from PCI-E Expansion Devices [Legacy Only] Allows you to select the type of this manual. For more information about Intel® SATA ports, refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout of PCI-E expansion devices that you want to launch. The drive may become unstable if you run ASUS EZ Flash 3. Chapter 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Boot from the selected device. 3.9 Tool menu The Tool menu items allow you to configure options for a full list of devices installed...
... start booting from PCI-E Expansion Devices [Legacy Only] Allows you to select the type of this manual. For more information about Intel® SATA ports, refer to section 1.1.2 Motherboard layout of PCI-E expansion devices that you want to launch. The drive may become unstable if you run ASUS EZ Flash 3. Chapter 3 3-16 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup Boot from the selected device. 3.9 Tool menu The Tool menu items allow you to configure options for a full list of devices installed...