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Motherboard ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI
Motherboard ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI
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Contents Safety information iv About this guide v ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI specifications summary vi Package contents xi Connectors with shared bandwidth xii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2... 2.5 Starting up for the first time 2-27 2.6 Turning off the computer 2-27 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS Setup program 3-2 3.3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-3 3.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-4 3.5 RAID configurations 3-5 Appendix Notices A-1 Warranty A-12 ASUS contact information A-14 Service and Support A-14 iii
Contents Safety information iv About this guide v ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI specifications summary vi Package contents xi Connectors with shared bandwidth xii Chapter 1: Product Introduction 1.1 Before you proceed 1-1 1.2 Motherboard layout 1-2... 2.5 Starting up for the first time 2-27 2.6 Turning off the computer 2-27 Chapter 3: BIOS Setup 3.1 Knowing BIOS 3-1 3.2 BIOS Setup program 3-2 3.3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 3-3 3.4 ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 3-4 3.5 RAID configurations 3-5 Appendix Notices A-1 Warranty A-12 ASUS contact information A-14 Service and Support A-14 iii
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...) will only support x2 mode. NOTE: T o ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https:// www.asus.com/support/ for the list of DRAM modules vary depending on processors' or graphic cards' resolution. ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Storage Ethernet Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 13th Gen...
...) will only support x2 mode. NOTE: T o ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https:// www.asus.com/support/ for the list of DRAM modules vary depending on processors' or graphic cards' resolution. ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI specifications summary CPU Chipset Memory Graphics Expansion Slots Storage Ethernet Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 13th Gen...
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... (Line out) port does not support spatial audio. Impedance sense for the latest specifications. Premium audio capacitors - Dedicated audio PCB layers - ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI specifications summary Wireless & Bluetooth® USB Audio Back Panel I/O Ports Wi-Fi 6E 2x2 Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) Supports... 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band* Bluetooth® v5.3** * WiFi 6E 6GHz regulatory may vary between countries. ** The Bluetooth version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for front ...
... (Line out) port does not support spatial audio. Impedance sense for the latest specifications. Premium audio capacitors - Dedicated audio PCB layers - ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI specifications summary Wireless & Bluetooth® USB Audio Back Panel I/O Ports Wi-Fi 6E 2x2 Wi-Fi 6E (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax) Supports... 2.4/5/6GHz frequency band* Bluetooth® v5.3** * WiFi 6E 6GHz regulatory may vary between countries. ** The Bluetooth version may vary, please refer to the Wi-Fi module manufacturer's website for front ...
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...yellow green]) - SafeSlot - PCIe Slot Q-Release - M.2 Q-Latch - M.2 heatsink - SafeDIMM (continued on the next page) viii Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - VRM heatsink design ASUS EZ DIY - BIOS FlashBack™ button - ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI specifications summary Internal I /O shield - CPU Socket lever protector - BIOS FlashBack™ LED - ProCool - Pre-mounted I /O connectors Special...header 1 x 20-5 pin System Panel header 1 x Thermal Sensor header 1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header Extreme Engine Digi+ - 5K Black Metallic Capacitors ASUS Q-Design -
...yellow green]) - SafeSlot - PCIe Slot Q-Release - M.2 Q-Latch - M.2 heatsink - SafeDIMM (continued on the next page) viii Q-Slot ASUS Thermal Solution - VRM heatsink design ASUS EZ DIY - BIOS FlashBack™ button - ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI specifications summary Internal I /O shield - CPU Socket lever protector - BIOS FlashBack™ LED - ProCool - Pre-mounted I /O connectors Special...header 1 x 20-5 pin System Panel header 1 x Thermal Sensor header 1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header Extreme Engine Digi+ - 5K Black Metallic Capacitors ASUS Q-Design -
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... MyASUS Norton 360 for Gamers (60 Days Free Trial) WinRAR UEFI BIOS ASUS EZ DIY - Addressable Gen 2 headers ROG Exclusive Software - Two-Way AI Noise Cancellation - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - Sonic Radar III - DTS® Sound Unbound ASUS Exclusive Software Armoury Crate - Aura Sync - Sonic Studio III + Sonic ... 10 64-bit ATX Form Factor 12 inch x 9.6 inch (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) ix GameFirst VI - Fan Xpert 4 - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Power Saving - ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI specifications summary Software Features BIOS Manageability Operating System Form Factor Aura Sync -
... MyASUS Norton 360 for Gamers (60 Days Free Trial) WinRAR UEFI BIOS ASUS EZ DIY - Addressable Gen 2 headers ROG Exclusive Software - Two-Way AI Noise Cancellation - ASUS EZ Flash 3 - Sonic Radar III - DTS® Sound Unbound ASUS Exclusive Software Armoury Crate - Aura Sync - Sonic Studio III + Sonic ... 10 64-bit ATX Form Factor 12 inch x 9.6 inch (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm) ix GameFirst VI - Fan Xpert 4 - ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 - Power Saving - ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI specifications summary Software Features BIOS Manageability Operating System Form Factor Aura Sync -
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Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Additional Cooling Kit Miscellaneous Documentation 1 x ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI motherboard 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x Thermal pad for M.2 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas 1 x Cable ties package 1 x M.2 Q-Latch package 2 x M.2 Rubber packages 1 x ROG key chain 1 x ROG Strix stickers 1 x ROG Strix thank you card 1 x User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. xi
Package contents Check your motherboard package for the following items. Motherboard Cables Additional Cooling Kit Miscellaneous Documentation 1 x ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI motherboard 2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables 1 x Thermal pad for M.2 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas 1 x Cable ties package 1 x M.2 Q-Latch package 2 x M.2 Rubber packages 1 x ROG key chain 1 x ROG Strix stickers 1 x ROG Strix thank you card 1 x User guide If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer. xi
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.... • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component, place it on installing your motherboard, please scan the QR code below: ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the header/jumper/connector. • For more information on a grounded antistatic pad or...
.... • Unplug the power cord from the wall socket before touching any component, place it on installing your motherboard, please scan the QR code below: ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1: Product Introduction Product Introduction 1 1.1 Before you proceed Take note of the header/jumper/connector. • For more information on a grounded antistatic pad or...
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... 4. M.2 slots 7. SATA 6GB/s ports 8. Addressable Gen 2 headers 12. Q-LEDs Page 1-4 1-5 1-7 1-8 1-9 1-10 1-11 1-12 1-12 1-13 1-14 1-15 1-16 1-17 1-17 1-18 1-19 1-19 1-20 1-20 ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-3 DIMM slots 3. Clear CMOS header 14. Front Panel Audio header 15. Thermal Sensor header 18. ThunderboltTM (USB4®) header 19. S/PDIF Out header 16. CPU...
... 4. M.2 slots 7. SATA 6GB/s ports 8. Addressable Gen 2 headers 12. Q-LEDs Page 1-4 1-5 1-7 1-8 1-9 1-10 1-11 1-12 1-12 1-13 1-14 1-15 1-16 1-17 1-17 1-18 1-19 1-19 1-20 1-20 ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-3 DIMM slots 3. Clear CMOS header 14. Front Panel Audio header 15. Thermal Sensor header 18. ThunderboltTM (USB4®) header 19. S/PDIF Out header 16. CPU...
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DIMM slots The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR5 (Double Data Rate 5) memory modules. A DDR5 memory module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, DDR3, or DDR4 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, DDR3, or DDR4 memory module to the DDR5 slot. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Chapter 1 1st Recommended memory configurations DIMM_A2 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-5 2.
DIMM slots The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR5 (Double Data Rate 5) memory modules. A DDR5 memory module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, DDR3, or DDR4 module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, DDR3, or DDR4 memory module to the DDR5 slot. DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 Chapter 1 1st Recommended memory configurations DIMM_A2 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B2 DIMM_A1 DIMM_A2 DIMM_B1 DIMM_B2 ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-5 2.
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3. PCIEX1(G3)_1 and PCIEX1(G3)_2 slots share bandwidth with PCIe x16(G3). When PCIEX1(G3)_1 or PCIEX1(G3)_2 slot is operating, PCIEX16(G3) will only support x2 mode. ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-7 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to the following tables for the recommended VGA configuration. Chapter 1 1 PCIEX16(G5) 2 PCIEX1(G3)_1 3 PCIEX16(G3) 4 PCIEX1(G3)_2 Please refer to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
3. PCIEX1(G3)_1 and PCIEX1(G3)_2 slots share bandwidth with PCIe x16(G3). When PCIEX1(G3)_1 or PCIEX1(G3)_2 slot is operating, PCIEX16(G3) will only support x2 mode. ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-7 Expansion slots Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to the following tables for the recommended VGA configuration. Chapter 1 1 PCIEX16(G5) 2 PCIEX1(G3)_1 3 PCIEX16(G3) 4 PCIEX1(G3)_2 Please refer to do so may cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
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... GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts floating GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 Ensure to a power supply. ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-9 Power connectors These Power connectors allow you to connect your motherboard to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin and 4-pin power...
... GND +5 Volts GND +5 Volts GND +3 Volts +3 Volts GND +5 Volts +5 Volts +5 Volts floating GND GND GND PSON# GND -12 Volts +3 Volts PIN 1 Ensure to a power supply. ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-9 Power connectors These Power connectors allow you to connect your motherboard to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both the 8-pin and 4-pin power...
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ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-11 You can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® B760 chipset. GND RSATA_RXP RSATA_RXN GND RSATA_TXN RSATA_TXP GND Chapter 1 7. Before creating a RAID set, refer to connect SATA devices such as optical disc drives and hard ... SATA6G_1-4 ports, you to the RAID Configuration Guide. SATA 6Gb/s ports The SATA 6Gb/s ports allow you can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website.
ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-11 You can create a RAID 0, 1, 5, and 10 configuration with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology through the onboard Intel® B760 chipset. GND RSATA_RXP RSATA_RXN GND RSATA_TXN RSATA_TXP GND Chapter 1 7. Before creating a RAID set, refer to connect SATA devices such as optical disc drives and hard ... SATA6G_1-4 ports, you to the RAID Configuration Guide. SATA 6Gb/s ports The SATA 6Gb/s ports allow you can download the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website.
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USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-13 USB 2.0 headers The USB 2.0 headers allow you to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. A USB_56 PIN 1 B USB_7 PIN 1 AB DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to connect USB modules for additional USB 2.0 ports. The USB 2.0 headers provide data transfer speeds of up to 480 Mb/s. Chapter 1 USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND 10.
USB+5V USB_P7USB_P7+ GND ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-13 USB 2.0 headers The USB 2.0 headers allow you to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard! The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately. A USB_56 PIN 1 B USB_7 PIN 1 AB DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to connect USB modules for additional USB 2.0 ports. The USB 2.0 headers provide data transfer speeds of up to 480 Mb/s. Chapter 1 USB+5V USB_P5USB_P5+ GND NC USB+5V USB_P6USB_P6+ GND 10.
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... Aura RGB header allows you install or remove any component, ensure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is purchased separately. ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-15 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to connect RGB LED strips. Before you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting...
... Aura RGB header allows you install or remove any component, ensure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is purchased separately. ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-15 Failure to do so may cause severe damage to connect RGB LED strips. Before you to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting...
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Chapter 1 AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR PORT1L PORT1R PORT2R SENSE_SEND PORT2L 14. AAFP PIN 1 HD-audio-compliant pin definition We recommend that supports HD Audio. ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-17 SPDIF_OUT PIN 1 +5V SPDIFOUT GND The S/PDIF module is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector to avail of the ...
Chapter 1 AGND NC SENSE1_RETUR SENSE2_RETUR PORT1L PORT1R PORT2R SENSE_SEND PORT2L 14. AAFP PIN 1 HD-audio-compliant pin definition We recommend that supports HD Audio. ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-17 SPDIF_OUT PIN 1 +5V SPDIFOUT GND The S/PDIF module is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I /O module cable to this connector to avail of the ...
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...;) header allows you to install your purchased Thunderbolt™ card for more details on the device or the motherboard's component to the PCIEX16(G3) slot. ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-19 Connect the thermal sensor and place it on compatibility. 17. The Thunderbolt™ card can only be used when installed to detect its temperature...
...;) header allows you to install your purchased Thunderbolt™ card for more details on the device or the motherboard's component to the PCIEX16(G3) slot. ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 1-19 Connect the thermal sensor and place it on compatibility. 17. The Thunderbolt™ card can only be used when installed to detect its temperature...
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...NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1700 socket only. Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2 2.1 Building your motherboard. 2-1 Chapter 2 ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI Take caution when lifting the load lever, ensure to your PC system The diagrams in this section are the same for all models. ...you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1155, LGA1156, LGA1151, and LGA1200 sockets on the LGA1700 socket. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the...
...NOT install a CPU designed for LGA1700 socket only. Chapter 2: Basic Installation Basic Installation 2 2.1 Building your motherboard. 2-1 Chapter 2 ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI Take caution when lifting the load lever, ensure to your PC system The diagrams in this section are the same for all models. ...you install the correct CPU designed for LGA1155, LGA1156, LGA1151, and LGA1200 sockets on the LGA1700 socket. • ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal, incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by the...
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Ensure to your system. To install a CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 2-3 2.1.2 Cooling system installation Apply Thermal Interface Material to the CPU cooling system and CPU before installing the cooling system, failure to do so may cause damages to remove the CPU Socket lever protector on the lever latch before you install the cooling system, if necessary.
Ensure to your system. To install a CPU heatsink and fan assembly Chapter 2 ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 2-3 2.1.2 Cooling system installation Apply Thermal Interface Material to the CPU cooling system and CPU before installing the cooling system, failure to do so may cause damages to remove the CPU Socket lever protector on the lever latch before you install the cooling system, if necessary.
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... recommend using a LGA1700 compatible cooling system on an Intel® 700 series motherboard. • Additional holes for LGA1200 compatible cooling systems are also available on ASUS' Intel® 700 series motherboards, however, we still strongly advise consulting with your cooling system vendor or manufacturer on the compatibility and functionality of the...; If you wish to install an AIO cooler, we recommend installing the AIO cooler after installing the motherboard into the chassis. Chapter 2 AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN CPU_OPT ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 2-5
... recommend using a LGA1700 compatible cooling system on an Intel® 700 series motherboard. • Additional holes for LGA1200 compatible cooling systems are also available on ASUS' Intel® 700 series motherboards, however, we still strongly advise consulting with your cooling system vendor or manufacturer on the compatibility and functionality of the...; If you wish to install an AIO cooler, we recommend installing the AIO cooler after installing the motherboard into the chassis. Chapter 2 AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN CPU_OPT ROG STRIX B760-A GAMING WIFI 2-5