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TUF GAMING
X670E-PLUS
E20196
First Edition
July 2022
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Contents
Safety information....................................................................................................... iv
About this guide........................................................................................................... v
TUF GAMING X670E-PLUS specifications summary............................................... vi
Connectors with shared bandwidth.................................................................. x
Package contents........................................................................................................ xi
Installation tools and components........................................................................... xii
Appendix
Notices ..................................................................................................................... A-1
Warranty.................................................................................................................... A-6
ASUS contact information....................................................................................... A-8
Service and Support................................................................................................ A-8
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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.
• Before connecting or removing signal cables from the motherboard, ensure that all
power cables are unplugged.
• Seek professional assistance before using an adapter or extension cord. These
devices could interrupt the grounding circuit.
• Ensure that your power supply is set to the correct voltage in your area. If you are not
sure about the voltage of the electrical outlet you are using, contact your local power
company.
• If the power supply is broken, do not try to fix it by yourself. 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 the package.
• Before using the product, ensure all cables are correctly connected and the power
cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
• To avoid short circuits, keep paper clips, screws, and staples away from connectors,
slots, sockets and circuitry.
• Avoid dust, humidity, and temperature extremes. Do not place the product in any area
where it may become wet.
• Place the product on a stable surface.
• If you encounter technical problems with the product, contact a qualified service
technician or your retailer.
• Your motherboard should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures
between 0°C and 40°C.
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About this guide
This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the
motherboard.
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TUF GAMING X670E-PLUS specifications summary
AMD Socket AM5 for AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series Desktop Processors*
CPU
* Refer to www.asus.com for CPU support list.
Chipset AMD X670 Chipset
4 x DIMM, Max. 128GB, DDR5 6400+(OC)/ 6200(OC)/ 6000(OC)/
5800(OC)/ 5600/ 5400/ 5200/ 5000/ 4800, ECC & Non-ECC, Un-
buffered Memory*
Dual Channel Memory Architecture
Memory Supports AMD EXTended Profiles for Overclocking (EXPO™)
OptiMem II
* Supported memory types, data rate (Speed), and number of DRAM module vary
depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information refer
to www.asus.com for memory support list.
** Non-ECC, Un-buffered DDR5 Memory supports On-Die ECC function.
1 x DisplayPort**
1 x HDMI® port***
Graphics * Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types.
** Supports max. 8K@60Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4.
***Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI® 2.1.
AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series Desktop Processors*
1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot
AMD X670 Chipset
Expansion Slots 1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode)
1 x PCIe 4.0 x4 slot
* Please check the PCIe bifurcation table at https://www.asus.com/support/
FAQ/1037507/.
Total supports 4 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports*
AMD Ryzen™ 7000 Series Desktop Processors
M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280
(supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode)
.2_3 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280
M
(supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
AMD X670 Chipset
Storage .2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110
M
(supports PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA modes)**
.2_4 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280
M
(supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports**
* AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology supports both PCIe RAID 0/1/10 and SATA RAID
0/1/10.
** M.2_2 slot shares bandwidth with SATA6G_1&2. When M.2_2 runs at PCIe x4
mode, SATA6G_1&2 will be disabled.
1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet
Ethernet
TUF LANGuard
Rear USB (Total 10 ports)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port (1 x USB Type-C®)
USB
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (3 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
5 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (5 x Type-A)
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Front USB (Total 9 ports)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector (supports USB Type-C®)
USB
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
3 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 6 USB 2.0 ports
Realtek S1220A 7.1 Surround Sound High Definition Audio CODEC*
- Impedance sense for front and rear headphone outputs
- Internal audio Amplifier to enhance the highest quality sound for
headphone and speakers
- Supports: Jack-detection, Multi-streaming, Front Panel Jack-
retasking
- High quality 120 dB SNR stereo playback output and 113 dB SNR
recording input (Line-in)
Audio - Supports up to 32-Bit/192 kHz playback
Audio Features:
- Audio Shielding
- Premium audio capacitors
- Dedicated audio PCB layers
- Audio cover
- Unique de-pop circuit
* Due to limitations in HDA bandwidth, 32-Bit/192 kHz is not supported for 7.1
Surround Sound audio.
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2x2 port (1 x USB Type-C®)
4 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 ports (3 x Type-A + 1 x USB Type-C®)
5 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports (5 x Type-A)
1 x DisplayPort
Back Panel I/O Ports
1 x HDMI® port
1 x Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port
5 x Audio jacks
1 x BIOS FlashBack™ button
Fan and Cooling related
1 x 4-pin CPU Fan header
1 x 4-pin CPU OPT Fan header
1 x 4-pin AIO Pump header
4 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers
1 x W_PUMP+ header
Power related
Internal I/O 1 x 24-pin Main Power connector
Connectors 2 x 8-pin +12V Power connectors
Storage related
4 x M.2 slots (Key M)
4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports
USB
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 2 connector (supports USB Type-C®)
1 x USB 3.2 Gen 1 header supports additional 2 USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports
3 x USB 2.0 headers support additional 6 USB 2.0 ports
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TUF GAMING X670E-PLUS specifications summary
Miscellaneous
3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers
1 x Aura RGB header
1 x Clear CMOS header
Internal I/O Connectors 1 x COM Port header
1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP)
1 x 20-3 pin System Panel header with Chassis intrude function
1 x Thermal Sensor header
1 x Thunderbolt™ header
TUF PROTECTION
- DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS)
- ESD Guards
- LANGuard
- Overvoltage Protection
- SafeSlot
- Stainless-Steel Back I/O
ASUS Q-Design
- M.2 Q-Latch
- Q-DIMM
- Q-LED (CPU [red], DRAM [yellow], VGA [white], Boot Device [yellow
green])
- Q-Slot
Special Features ASUS Thermal Solution
- M.2 heatsink
- VRM heatsink design
ASUS EZ DIY
- BIOS FlashBack™ button
- BIOS FlashBack™ LED
- Clear CMOS header
- ProCool
- Pre-mounted I/O shield
- SafeSlot
- SafeDIMM
Aura Sync
- Aura RGB header
- Addressable Gen 2 headers
ASUS Exclusive Software
Armoury Crate
- Aura Sync
Software Features
- Fan Xpert 4 (with AI Cooling II)
- Power Saving
- Two-Way AI Noise Cancellation
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TUF GAMING X670E-PLUS specifications summary
AI Suite 3
- Easy Optimization
- DIGI+ VRM
- Turbo app
- PC Cleaner
TUF GAMING CPU-Z
DTS Audio Processing
Software Features Norton Anti-virus software (Free Trial version)
WinRAR
UEFI BIOS
ASUS EZ DIY
- ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3
- ASUS EZ Flash 3
- ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode
FlexKey
BIOS 256 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
Manageability WOL by PME, PXE
Operating System Windows® 11, Windows® 10 64-bit
ATX Form Factor
Form Factor
12 inch x 9.6 inch (30.5 cm x 24.4 cm)
Specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the ASUS website for
the latest specifications.
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Connectors with shared bandwidth
ATX_12V_1 ATX_12V_2
ADD_GEN 2_1
AIO_PUMP CPU_OPT
CPU_FAN
HDMI_DP DIGI CPU
+VRM
DRAM
VGA
BOOT
ADD_GEN 2_2
U32G2_34
U32G2X2_C18
ATX_PWR
LAN_U32G2_21
SOCKET AM5
U32G1_1011_2223
U32G2_C6
FLBK_LED
AUDIO
U32G1_89
Ethernet M.2_1(SOCKET3)
PCIE SATA
M.2_1(SOCKET3)
5.0 X4 X
CHA_FAN2
256Mb st
BIOS 1
2280 2260 2242
CHA_FAN4
PCIEX16_1
SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1
AMD
A
X670
AMD
X670
A
Super
I/O
M.2_2(SOCKET3)
M.2_2(SOCKET3)
PCIE SATA
PCIEX4 3.0 X4 V
2242 2260 2280 22110
M.2_3(SOCKET3)
M.2_4(SOCKET3) PCIE SATA
M.2_3(SOCKET3)
M.2_4(SOCKET3)
BATTERY
T_SENSOR
PCIEX16_2
TB_HEADER
CLRTC
ADD_GEN 2_3 USB_2627
CHA_FAN3 USB_1415 USB_1617 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_4 PANEL
AAFP
Configuration 1 (Default) 2 3
M.2_2 PCIe 3.0 x2 SATA PCIe 3.0 x4
A
SATA6G_1&2 V V X
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Package contents
Check your motherboard package for the following items.
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Installation tools and components
The tools and components in the table above are not included in the motherboard
package.
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Chapter 1: Product Introduction
Product Introduction
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Chapter 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.
• Before handling components, use a grounded wrist strap or touch a safely grounded
object or a metal object, such as the power supply case, to avoid damaging them due
to static electricity.
• 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.
The pin definitions in this chapter are for reference only. The pin names depend on the
location of the header/jumper/connector.
ADD_GEN 2_1
AIO_PUMP CPU_OPT
CPU_FAN
HDMI_DP DIGI CPU
+VRM
DRAM
VGA 20
BOOT
ADD_GEN 2_2
U32G2_34
11
U32G2X2_C18
ATX_PWR
LAN_U32G2_21
5
SOCKET AM5
30.5cm(12in)
U32G1_1011_2223
U32G2_C6
19 FLBK_LED
8
AUDIO
U32G1_89
Ethernet M.2_1(SOCKET3)
PCIE SATA
9
M.2_1(SOCKET3)
5.0 X4 X
CHA_FAN2
256Mb st
BIOS 1
2280 2260 2242
4 4
CHA_FAN4
PCIEX16_1
SATA6G_2 SATA6G_1
AMD
X670 7
3 AMD
X670
Super
I/O
6
M.2_2(SOCKET3)
M.2_2(SOCKET3)
PCIE SATA
PCIEX4 3.0 X4 V
2242 2260 2280 22110
M.2_3(SOCKET3)
M.2_4(SOCKET3) PCIE SATA
M.2_3(SOCKET3)
M.2_4(SOCKET3)
BATTERY
SATA6G_4
T_SENSOR
PCIEX16_2
TB_HEADER
CLRTC
ADD_GEN 2_3 USB_2627
CHA_FAN3 USB_1415 USB_1617
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PANEL
AAFP
15 14 12 4 10 7 17 4 16
Chapter 1
4. Fan and Pump headers 1-8
5. Power connectors 1-9
6. M.2 slots (SOCKET 3) 1-10
7. SATA 6Gb/s ports 1-11
8. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® Front Panel connector 1-12
9. USB 3.2 Gen 1 header 1-12
10. USB 2.0 headers 1-13
11. Addressable Gen 2 headers 1-14
12. Aura RGB header 1-15
13. Clear CMOS header 1-16
14. COM Port header 1-17
15. Front Panel Audio header 1-17
16. System Panel header 1-18
17. Thermal Sensor header 1-19
18. Thunderbolt™ header 1-20
19. BIOS FlashBack™ LED 1-21
20. Q-LEDs 1-22
SOCKET AM5
Chapter 1
• The AM5 socket has a different pinout design. Ensure that you use a CPU designed
for the AM5 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.
• Ensure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.
• Upon purchase of the motherboard, ensure that the PnP cap is on the socket and
the socket contacts are not bent. Contact your retailer immediately if the PnP cap
is missing, or if you see any damage to the PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard
components. ASUS will shoulder the cost of repair only if the damage is shipment/
transit-related.
• Keep the cap after installing the motherboard. ASUS will process Return
Merchandise Authorization (RMA) requests only if the motherboard comes with the
cap on the AM5 socket.
• The product warranty does not cover damage to the socket contacts resulting from
incorrect CPU installation/removal, or misplacement/loss/incorrect removal of the
PnP cap.
A DDR5 memory module is notched differently from a DDR, DDR2, DDR3 or DDR4
Chapter 1
module. DO NOT install a DDR, DDR2, DDR3 or DDR4 memory module to the DDR5 slot.
DIMM_A1
DIMM_A2
DIMM_B1
DIMM_B2
1st
DIMM_A1
DIMM_A2 DIMM_A2 DIMM_A2
DIMM_B2 DIMM_B1
DIMM_B2
You may install varying memory sizes in Channel A and Channel B. The system maps
the total size of the lower-sized channel for the dual-channel configuration. Any excess
Chapter 1
memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.
• The default memory operation frequency is dependent on its Serial Presence Detect
(SPD), which is the standard way of accessing information from a memory module.
Under the default state, some memory modules for overclocking may operate at a
lower frequency than the vendor-marked value.
• For system stability, use a more efficient memory cooling system to support a full
memory load or overclocking condition.
• Always install the DIMMS with the same CAS Latency. For an optimum compatibility,
we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or data code
(D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the vendor to get the correct memory
modules.
• Visit the ASUS website for the latest QVL, and memory frequency support depends
on the CPU types.
Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may
cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.
Chapter 1
PCIEX16_1
PCIEX4
PCIEX16_2
Please refer to the following tables for the recommended VGA configuration and Hyper M.2
configuration.
Connect a chassis fan to the chassis fan header when using multiple graphics cards for
better thermal environment.
• For full details on the PCIe bifurcation, you may visit the support site at
https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1037507/.
Chapter 1
A C
B
A CPU_FAN
B AIO_PUMP
FAN PWM
FAN IN
FAN PWR
GND
C CPU_OPT
D CHA_FAN4
FAN PWM
FAN PWR
FAN IN
GND
F CHA_FAN3
G CHA_FAN1
H W_PUMP+
F G H
• DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan headers. Insufficient air flow
inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not
jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan headers!
• For water cooling kits, connect the pump connector to the W_PUMP+ header.
Chapter 1
A ATX_12V_1
B ATX_12V_2
+12V DC
+12V DC
+12V DC
+12V DC
A B
PIN 1
GND
GND
GND
2x4 GND1
C C ATX_PWR
+3 Volts GND
+12 Volts +5 Volts
+12 Volts +5 Volts
+5V Standby +5 Volts
Power OK -5 Volts
GND GND
+5 Volts GND
GND GND
+5 Volts PSON#
GND GND
+3 Volts -12 Volts
+3 Volts +3 Volts
PIN 1
Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both 8-pin power plugs.
• We recommend that you use a PSU with a higher power output when configuring a
system with more power-consuming devices. The system may become unstable or
may not boot up if the power is inadequate.
• If you want to use two high-end PCI Express x16 cards, use a PSU with 1000W
power or above to ensure the system stability.
A M.2_1(SOCKET3)
B M.2_4(SOCKET3)
Chapter 1
C M.2_2(SOCKET3)
A
D M.2_3(SOCKET3)
B D
- M.2_1 slot supports PCIe 5.0 x4 mode M Key design and type 2242/2260/2280
storage devices.
- M.2_3 slot supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode M key design and type 2242/2260/2280
storage devices.
- M.2_2 slot supports PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA modes M key design and type
2242/2260/2280/22110 storage devices.
- M.2_4 slot supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode M key design and type 2242/2260/2280
storage devices.
• M.2_2 slot shares bandwidth with SATA6G_1&2. When M.2_2 runs at PCIe x4 mode,
SATA6G_1&2 will be disabled.
• AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology supports both PCIe RAID 0/1/10 and SATA RAID
0/1/10.
Chapter 1
GND
A SATA6G_1 RSATA_TXP
B SATA6G_2 RSATA_TXN
GND
RSATA_RXN
RSATA_RXP
GND
C SATA6G_3
A
D SATA6G_4
B
GND
RSATA_RXP
RSATA_RXN
GND
RSATA_TXN
RSATA_TXP
GND
C D
• If you installed SATA storage devices, you can create a RAID 0/1/10 configuration
with AMD RAIDXpert2 Technology through the onboard AMD X670 chipset.
• M.2_2 slot shares bandwidth with SATA6G_1&2. When M.2_2 runs at PCIe x4 mode,
SATA6G_1&2 will be disabled.
Before creating a RAID set, refer to the RAID Configuration Guide. You can download
the RAID Configuration Guide from the ASUS website.
U32_C6
NC VBUS
NC TX2+
CC1 TX2-
VBUS GND
RX1- RX2+
RX1+ RX2-
GND GND
TX1- D-
TX1+ D+
VBUS CC2
U32G1_89
PIN 1
USB3+5V
USB3+5V IntA_P8_SSRX-
IntA_P9_SSRX- IntA_P8_SSRX+
IntA_P9_SSRX+ GND
GND IntA_P8_SSTX-
IntA_P9_SSTX- IntA_P8_SSTX+
IntA_P9_SSTX+ GND
GND IntA_P8_D-
IntA_P9_D- IntA_P8_D+
IntA_P9_D+ GND
USB_P26+
USB_P14+
USB_P26-
USB_P14-
Chapter 1
USB+5V
USB+5V
GND
GND
NC
NC
A USB_2627 B USB_1415
PIN 1 PIN 1
USB+5V
USB_P27-
USB_P27+
GND
USB+5V
USB_P15-
USB_P15+
GND
USB_P16+
USB_P16-
USB+5V
GND
NC
C USB_1617
PIN 1
USB+5V
USB_P17-
USB_P17+
GND
A B C
DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the
motherboard!
A A ADD_GEN 2_1
B ADD_GEN 2_3
C
PIN 1
+5V
Data
Ground
C ADD_GEN 2_2
Ground
Data
5V
PIN 1
The Addressable Gen 2 header supports WS2812B addressable RGB LED strips (5V/
Data/Ground), with a maximum power rating of 3A (5V) and the addressable headers on
this board can handle a combined maximum of 500 LEDs.
Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the 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.
• If your LED strip does not light up, check if the addressable RGB LED strip is
connected in the correct orientation, and the 5V connector is aligned with the 5V
header on the motherboard.
• The addressable RGB LED strip will only light up when the system is powered on.
Chapter 1
RGB_HEADER
PIN 1
+12V G R B
The Aura RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a
maximum power rating of 3A (12V).
Before you install or remove any component, ensure that the 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.
• If your LED strip does not light up, check if the RGB LED 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 powered on.
CLRTC
PIN 1
+3V_BAT
GND
DO NOT short-circuit the pins except when clearing the RTC RAM. Short-circuiting or
placing a jumper cap will cause system boot failure!
If the steps above do not help, remove the onboard button cell battery and short the two
pins again to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data. After clearing the CMOS, reinstall the
button cell battery.
Chapter 1
RXD
DSR
DTR
CTS
COM
PIN 1
DCD
TXD
GND
RTS
The COM port module is purchased separately. RI
SENSE2_RETUR
AGND
NC
AAFP
PIN 1
PORT1L
PORT1R
PORT2R
SENSE_SEND
PORT2L
HD-audio-compliant
pin definition
We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this
connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.
PWRBTN#
Intruder#
Speaker
Ground
Ground
PLED+
PLED-
GND
+5V
PANEL CHASSIS
PIN 1
HDD_LED+
HDD_LED-
Ground
RSTCON#
NC
PLED+
PLED-
GND
HDD_LED RESET PLED
Chapter 1
T_SENSOR
PIN 1
SENSOR IN
GND
SLP_S0_PLT_N_10
RTD3_POWER_EN
PERST_N
I2C_IRQ#
I2C_SDA
I2C_SCL
WAKE#
TB_HEADER
PIN 1
FORCE_PWR
TB_CIO_PLUG_EVENT
SLP_S3#
SLP_S5#
GND
RTD3_SW
• The add-on Thunderbolt™ I/O card and Thunderbolt™ cables are purchased
separately.
• Please visit the official website of your purchased Thunderbolt™ card for more details
on compatibility.
The Thunderbolt™ card can only be used when installed to the PCIEX4 slot. Ensure to
install your Thunderbolt™ card to the PCIEX4 slot.
Chapter 1
FLBK_LED
Refer to the BIOS update utility section for more information on the BIOS
FlashBack™ feature.
CPU (RED)
DRAM (YELLOW)
VGA (WHITE)
BOOT (YELLOW GREEN)
The Q-LEDs provide the most probable cause of an error code as a starting point for
troubleshooting. The actual cause may vary from case to case.
Basic Installation
2.1 Building your PC system
2
The diagrams in this section are for reference only. The motherboard layout may vary with
models, but the installation steps are the same for all models.
Chapter 2
• ASUS will not cover damages resulting from incorrect CPU installation/removal,
incorrect CPU orientation/placement, or other damages resulting from negligence by
the user.
Chapter 2
To install a CPU heatsink and fan assembly (Type 1)
When using this type of CPU fan, remove the screws and
the retention module only. Do not remove the plate on the
bottom.
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
To remove a DIMM
If the thermal pad on the M.2 heatsink becomes damaged, we recommend replacing it
with a thermal pad with a thickness of 1.25mm.
• The illustrations only show the installation steps for a single M.2 slot, the steps are
the same for the other M.2 slots if you wish to install an M.2 to another M.2 slot.
• Use a Phillips screwdriver when removing or installing the screws or screw stands
mentioned in this section.
Chapter 2
2. Lift and remove the heatsinks.
2
1
1
OPTIONAL
D
C
Follow this step only if you wish to install an M.2 to type 2260.
B. Install the bundled screw stand to the M.2 length screw hole you wish
to install your M.2 to.
C. Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot.
D. Secure your M.2 using the bundled screw stand’s screw.
D
C
Chapter 2
B
D
C
If the thermal pad on the M.2 heatsink becomes damaged and needs to replaced, we
recommend replacing it with a thermal pad with a thickness of 1.25mm.
5 6
6
Chapter 2
5
2. Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to
the chassis.
DO NOT over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the motherboard.
Chapter 2
OR AND
Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug, or connect both 8-pin power plugs.
OR
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OR
Chapter 2
orientation. Push the connector until it
clicks into place.
USB 2.0
AAFP
USB Type-C®
port connects
to Thunderbolt
devices
MiniDP in port
connects to DP
out port on the
motherboard
Chapter 2
or a VGA card
Thunderbolt™ header
The Thunderbolt™ card can only be used when installed to the PCIe x4 slot. Ensure to
install your Thunderbolt™ card to the PCIe x4 slot.
• Step 6 is optional, please connect a 6-pin PCIe power connector when you wish to
use the USB Type-C® port Thunderbolt™ quick charge feature to charge a 5V or
more device.
• The TypeC_1 port can support up to 20V devices, and the TypeC_2 port can support
up to 9V devices when the 6-pin PCIe power connector is connected.
• Please visit the official website of your purchased ThunderboltTM card for more details
on compatibility.
We recommend you to use a USB 2.0 storage device to save the latest BIOS version for
better compatibility and stability.
2. Visit https://www.asus.com/support/ and download the latest BIOS version for this
motherboard.
3. Manually rename the file as TX670EL.CAP, or launch the BIOSRenamer.exe
application to automatically rename the file, then copy it to your USB storage device.
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The BIOSRenamer.exe application is zipped together with your BIOS file when you
download a BIOS file for a BIOS FlashBack™ compatible motherboard.
6. Wait until the light goes out, indicating that the BIOS updating process is completed.
For more BIOS update utilities in BIOS setup, refer to the section Updating BIOS in
Chapter 3.
• Do not unplug portable disk or power system while BIOS update is ongoing,
otherwise update will be interrupted. In case of interruption, please follow the steps
again.
• If the light flashes for five seconds and turns into a solid light, this means that the
BIOS FlashBack™ is not operating properly. This may be caused by improper
installation of the USB storage device and filename/file format error. If this scenario
happens, please restart the system to turn off the light.
• Updating BIOS may have risks. If the BIOS program is damaged during the process
and results to the system’s failure to boot up, please contact your local ASUS Service
Center.
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5 6 2 7 8 9 10
* and ** : Refer to the tables on the next page for LAN port LEDs, and audio port definitions.
We strongly recommend that you connect your devices to ports with matching data
transfer rate. For example connecting your USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices to USB 3.2 Gen 1
ports for faster and better performance for your devices.
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Connect to 2-channel Speakers
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a “power standby” feature, the monitor LED may light up or change from orange to
green after the system LED turns on.
The system then runs the power-on self tests (POST). While the tests are running,
additional messages appear on the screen. If you do not see anything within 30
seconds from the time you turned on the power, the system may have failed a power-
on test. Check the jumper settings and connections or call your retailer for assistance.
7. At power on, hold down the <Delete> key to enter the BIOS Setup. Follow the
instructions in Chapter 3.
BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores system hardware settings such as storage
device configuration, overclocking settings, advanced power management, and boot
device configuration that are needed for system startup in the motherboard CMOS. In
normal circumstances, the default BIOS settings apply to most conditions to ensure
optimal performance. DO NOT change the default BIOS settings except in the following
circumstances:
• An error message appears on the screen during the system bootup and requests you
to run the BIOS Setup.
• You have installed a new system component that requires further BIOS settings or
update.
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Inappropriate 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.
BIOS settings and options may vary due to different BIOS release versions. Please refer
to the latest BIOS version for settings and options.
• Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the
mouse to control the BIOS setup program.
• If the system becomes unstable after changing any BIOS setting, load the default
settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized
Defaults item under the Exit menu or press hotkey <F5>.
• If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and
reset the motherboard to the default value.
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>.
• This function can support devices such as a USB flash disk with FAT 32/16 format
and single partition only.
• DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS to prevent system
boot failure!
1. Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port.
2. Enter the Advanced Mode of the BIOS setup program. Go to the Tool menu to select
ASUS EZ Flash 3 Utility and press <Enter>.
3. Press the Left/Right arrow keys to switch to the Drive field.
4. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest
BIOS, and then press <Enter>.
5. Press the Left/Right arrow keys to switch to the Folder field.
6. Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press <Enter> to
perform the BIOS update process. Reboot the system when the update process is
done.
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DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause
system boot failure!
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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. This configuration is useful in scavenging space on
disks unused by other disks in the array. This configuration does not provide performance
benefits or data redundancy, disk failure will result in data loss.
RAIDABLE arrays (also known as RAID Ready) are a special type of Volume (JBOD) that
allows the user to add more storage space or create a redundant array after a system is
installed. RAIDABLE arrays are created using Option ROM, UEFI, or rcadm.
RAID 0 (Data striping) optimizes two identical hard disk drives to read and write data in
parallel, interleaved stacks. Two hard disks perform the same work as a single drive but at a
sustained data transfer rate, double that of a single disk alone, thus improving data access
and storage. Use of two new identical hard disk drives is required for this setup.
RAID 1 (Data mirroring) copies and maintains an identical image of data from one drive to
a second drive. If one drive fails, the disk array management software directs all applications
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to the surviving drive as it contains a complete copy of the data in the other drive. This RAID
configuration provides data protection and increases fault tolerance to the entire system.
Use two new drives or use an existing drive and a new drive for this setup. The new drive
must be of the same size or larger than the existing drive.
RAID 10 is data striping and data mirroring combined without parity (redundancy data)
having to be calculated and written. With the RAID 10 configuration you get all the benefits
of both RAID 0 and RAID 1 configurations. Use four new hard disk drives or use an existing
drive and three new drives for this setup.
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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.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Japan JATE
本製品は電気通信事業者(移動通信会社、固定通信会社、インターネットプロバイダ等)の通信
回線(公衆無線LANを含む)に直接接続することができません。本製品をインターネットに接続す
る場合は、必ずルーター等を経由し接続してください。
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Google™ License Terms
Copyright© 2022 Google Inc. All Rights Reserved.
Licensed under the Apache License, Version 2.0 (the “License”); you may not use this file
except in compliance with the License. You may obtain a copy of the License at:
http://www.apache.org/licenses/LICENSE-2.0
Unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing, software distributed under the
License is distributed on an “AS IS” BASIS, WITHOUT WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS
OF ANY KIND, either express or implied.
See the License for the specific language governing permissions and limitations under the
License.
EU RoHS
This product complies with the EU RoHS Directive. For more details, see
http://csr.asus.com/english/article.aspx?id=35.
India RoHS
This product complies with the “India E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016” and prohibits
use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls (PBBs) and
polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) in concentrations exceeding 0.1% by weight in
homogenous materials and 0.01% by weight in homogenous materials for cadmium, except
for the exemptions listed in Schedule II of the Rule.
Vietnam RoHS
ASUS products sold in Vietnam, on or after September 23, 2011,meet the requirements of
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Türkiye RoHS
AEEE Yönetmeliğine Uygundur
DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to
enable proper reuse of parts and recycling. This symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin
indicates that the product (electrical and electronic equipment) should not be placed in
municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.
DO NOT throw the mercury-containing button cell battery in municipal waste. This symbol
of the crossed out wheeled bin indicates that the battery should not be placed in municipal
waste.
Safety Precautions
Accessories that came with this product have been designed and verified for the use in
connection with this product. Never use accessories for other products to prevent the risk of
electric shock or fire.
安全上のご注意
付属品は当該専用品です。他の機器には使用しないでください。機器の破損もしくは、火災や感
電の原因となることがあります。
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Simplified UKCA Declaration of Conformity
ASUSTeK Computer Inc. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of related UKCA
Directives. Full text of UKCA declaration of conformity is available at: www.asus.com/support.
гаранция и по никакъв начин не ги ограничава. Norėdami gauti visą informaciją apie garantiją, apsilankykite
https://www.asus.com/lt/.
За цялостна информация относно гаранцията, моля, посетете
https://www.asus.com/support. PL: Informacje o gwarancji firmy ASUS
CZ: Informace o záruce společnosti ASUS • Firma ASUS oferuje dobrowolną gwarancję handlową producenta.
• Společnost ASUS nabízí dobrovolnou komerční záruku výrobce. • Firma ASUS zastrzega sobie prawo do interpretacji warunków
gwarancji handlowej firmy ASUS.
• Společnost ASUS si vyhrazuje právo vykládat ustanovení
komerční záruky společnosti ASUS. • Niniejsza gwarancja handlowa firmy ASUS jest udzielana
niezależnie, jako dodatek do wymaganej ustawowo gwarancji
• Tato komerční záruka společnosti ASUS je poskytována nezávisle prawnej i w żaden sposób nie wpływa na prawa przysługujące na
a jako doplněk zákonné záruky a žádným způsobem neovlivňuje mocy gwarancji prawnej ani ich nie ogranicza.
ani neomezuje práva vyplývající ze zákonné záruky.
Wszelkie informacje na temat gwarancji można znaleźć na stronie
Všechny informace o záruce najdete na adrese https://www.asus.com/pl/support.
https://www.asus.com/cz/support/.
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PG: Informações de Garantia ASUS SW: ASUS garantiinformation
• A ASUS oferece uma Garantia Comercial voluntária do fabricante. • ASUS erbjuder en frivillig kommersiell tillverkningsgaranti.
• A ASUS reserva o direito de interpretar as disposições da • ASUS förbehåller sig rätten att tolka bestämmelserna i ASUS
Garantia Comercial da ASUS. kommersiella garanti.
• Esta Garantia Comercial da ASUS é fornecida de forma • Denna kommersiella garanti från ASUS tillhandahålles separat
independente além da Garantia Legal estatutária e não afeta nem och som tillägg till den lagstadgade garantin, och påverkar eller
limita de qualquer forma os direitos estabelecidos na Garantia begränsar på intet sätts rättigheterna under den lagstadgade
Legal. garantin.
Para consultar todas as informações sobre a garantia, visite För all garantiinformation, besök https://www.asus.com/se/support/.
https://www.asus.com/pt/support/. UA: Інформація про Гарантію ASUS
RO: Informații despre garanția ASUS • ASUS пропонує добровільну Комерційну Гарантію виробника.
• ASUS oferă o garanție comercială voluntară a producătorului. • ASUS застерігає за собою право тлумачити положення Комерційної
• ASUS își rezervă dreptul de a interpreta prevederile garanției Гарантії ASUS
comerciale ASUS. • Цю Комерційну Гарантію надано незалежно і на додаток до
• Această garanție comercială ASUS este oferită independent și în plus обов’язкової Законної Гарантії; вона жодним чином не впливає на
față de garanția obligatorie legal și nu afectează sau limitează în niciun права за Законною Гарантією і не обмежує їх.
fel drepturile acordate conform garanției legale. Всю інформацію про гарантію подано тут:
Pentru toate informațiile legate de garanție, vizitați https://www.asus.com/ua/support.
https://www.asus.com/ro/support. MX: Garantía y Soporte
SL: Informacije o garanciji ASUS Esta Garantía aplica en el país de compra. Usted acepta que en esta
• ASUS ponuja prostovoljno tržno garancijo proizvajalca. garantía:
• ASUS si pridržuje pravico do razlage določb tržne garancije • Los procedimientos de servicio pueden variar en función del país.
družbe ASUS.
• Algunos servicios y/o piezas de reemplazo pudieran no estar
• Ta tržna garancija družbe ASUS je na voljo neodvisno in kot disponibles en todos los países.
dodatek zakonsko predpisani pravni garanciji ter na noben način
ne vpliva na pravice, ki jih zagotavlja pravna garancija, oziroma jih • Algunos países pueden tener tarifas y restricciones que se
omejuje. apliquen en el momento de realizar el servicio, visite el sitio de
soporte de ASUS en https://www.asus.com/mx/support/ para ver
Vse informacije o garanciji najdete na spletnem mestu más detalles.
https://www.asus.com/support.
• Si tiene alguna queja o necesidad de un centro de reparación local
SK: Informácie o záruke ASUS o el periodo de garantía del producto ASUS, por favor visite el sitio
• ASUS ponúka dobrovoľnú obchodnú záruku výrobcu. de Soporte de ASUS en https://www.asus.com/mx/support/ para
• ASUS si vyhradzuje právo interpretovať ustanovenia obchodnej mayores detalles.
záruky ASUS.
Información de contacto ASUS
• Táto obchodná záruka ASUS je poskytnutá nezávisle a navyše Esta garantía está respaldada por:
k zákonnej záruke a v žiadnom prípade neovplyvňuje ani ASUSTeK Computer Inc.
neobmedzuje tieto práva podľa tejto zákonnej záruky. Centro de Atención ASUS +52 (55) 1946-3663
Všetky ďalšie informácie o záruke nájdete na BP: Informações de garantia ASUS
https://www.asus.com/sk/support.
Esta garantia aplica-se ao período definido pela garantia legal (90
ES: Información de garantía de ASUS dias) mais o período de garantia comercial oferecido pela ASUS.
• ASUS ofrece una garantía comercial voluntaria del fabricante. Por exemplo: 12M significa 12 meses de garantia no total (3 meses
• ASUS se reserva el derecho de interpretar las disposiciones de de garantia legal mais 9 meses de garantia contratual), 24 meses
esta garantía comercial de ASUS. significa 24 meses de garantia no total (3 meses de garantia legal
• Esta garantía comercial de ASUS se proporciona de forma mais 21 meses de garantia contratual) e 36 meses significa 36 meses
independiente y adicional a la garantía estatutaria y de ninguna de garantia no total (3 meses de garantia legal e 33 de garantia
manera afecta a los derechos bajo la garantía legal ni los limita. contratual) a contar da data da garantia declarada (Data de Início
da Garantia).
Para obtener toda la información sobre la garantía, visite
https://www.asus.com/ES/support/. Para todas as informações de garantia, visite
TR: ASUS Garanti Bilgileri https://www.asus.com/br/support/.
• ASUS, gönüllü olarak üretici Ticari Garantisi sunar. ID: Informasi Garansi ASUS
• ASUS, ASUS Ticari Garantisinin hükümlerini yorumlama hakkını Garansi ini berlaku di negara tempat pembelian.
saklı tutar.
Periode Garansi tertera pada kemasan/kotak dari Produk dan Masa
• Bu ASUS Ticari Garantisi, bağımsız olarak ve hukuki Yasal Garansi dimulai sejak tanggal pembelian Produk ASUS dengan
Garanti’ye ek olarak sağlanır ve hiçbir şekilde Yasal Garanti kondisi baru.
kapsamındaki hakları etkilemez veya sınırlandırmaz.
Silahkan pindai Kode QR di bagian bawah halaman terakhir untuk
Tüm garanti bilgileri için lütfen https://www.asus.com/tr/support adresini
Kartu Garansi versi Web dalam format PDF untuk lebih informasi jelas
ziyaret edin.
mengenai jaminan garansi Produk ASUS.
FI: ASUS-takuutiedot
• Informasi Dukungan ASUS, silakan kunjungi
• ASUS tarjoaa vapaaehtoisen valmistajan kaupallisen takuun.
https://www.asus.com/id/support.
• ASUS pidättää oikeuden tulkita ASUS-kaupallisen takuun ehdot.
• Informasi Lokasi Layanan, silakan kunjungi
• Tämä ASUS-kaupallinen takuu tarjotaan itsenäisesti lakisääteisen https://www.asus.com/id/support/Service-Center/Indonesia.
oikeudellisen takuun lisäksi eikä se vaikuta millään tavoin laillisen
• Layanan Call Center: 1500128
takuun oikeuksiin tai rajoita niitä.
VI: Thông tin đảm bảo của ASUS
Saadaksesi kaikki takuutiedot, siirry osoitteeseen
https://www.asus.com/fi/support. • ASUS cung cấp Bảo hành thương mại tự nguyện của nhà sản xuất.
NW: Informasjon om ASUS-garanti • ASUS bảo lưu quyền giải thích các điều khoản của Bảo hành thương
mại của ASUS.
• ASUS tilbyr som produsent en frivillig kommersiell garanti.
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• 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.
hoặc giới hạn các quyền theo Bảo lãnh pháp lý. Để biết tất cả các thông
• ASUS sin kommersielle garanti gis uavhengig og i tillegg til den tin bảo hành, vui lòng truy cập
lovbestemte juridiske garantien, og verken påvirker eller begrenser
https://www.asus.com/vn/support
rettighetene under den juridiske garantien på noen måte.
Du finner fullstendig informasjon om garanti på
https://www.asus.com/no/support/.
SB: Informacije o ASUS garanciji
• ASUS nudi dobrovoljnu proizvođačku komercijalnu garanciju.
• ASUS zadržava pravo da tumači odredbe svoje ASUS
komercijalne garancije.
• Ova ASUS komercijalna garancija daje se nezavisno, kao dodatak
zakonskoj pravnoj garanciji, i ni ka koji način ne utiče na i ne
ograničava prava data pravnom garancijom.
Za sve informacije o garanciji, posetite
https://www.asus.com/support/.
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