ASUS B760M-Plus TUF Gaming WIFI Motherboard User Guide

ASUS B760M-Plus TUF Gaming WIFI Motherboard

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TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS WIFI Motherboard
The TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS WIFI motherboard is a high-performance Micro-ATX motherboard designed for gaming and productivity tasks. It supports the latest Intel Core processors and DDR4 memory with up to 64GB of capacity. The motherboard also features built-in Wi-Fi and M.2 support for fast data transfer rates.

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 components, 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.

Button/Coin Batteries Safety Information

WARNING

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
Swallowing can lead to chemical burns, perforation of soft tissue, and death. Severe burns can occur within 2 hours of ingestion. Seek medical attention immediately.

About this guide

This user guide contains the information you need when installing and configuring the motherboard.

How this guide is organized
This guide contains the following parts:

• Product Introduction
  This chapter describes the features of the motherboard and the new technology it supports. It includes descriptions of the switches, jumpers, and connectors on the motherboard.

• BIOS and RAID Support
  This chapter tells how to boot into the BIOS, upgrade BIOS using the EZ Flash Utility and support on RAID.

Where to find more information
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates.

1. ASUS website
   The ASUS website (www.asus.com) provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products.

2. Optional documentation
   Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer. These documents are not part of the standard package.

Conventions used in this guide
To ensure that you perform certain tasks properly, take note of the following symbols used throughout this user guide.

• CAUTION: Information to prevent damage to the components and injuries to yourself when trying to complete a task.
• IMPORTANT: Instructions that you MUST follow to complete a task.
• NOTE: Tips and additional information to help you complete a task.

Package Contents

Check your motherboard package for the following items.

• Motherboard
  1 x TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS WIFI motherboard

• Cables
  2 x SATA 6Gb/s cables

• Miscellaneous

  • 1 x ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas
  • 1 x M.2 Rubber package
  • 1 x Screw package for M.2 SSD
  • 1 x TUF Gaming sticker

• Documentation

  • 1 x TUF Certification card
  • 1 x User guide

• TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS WIFI motherboard

• User manual and documentation

• Wi-Fi antennas

• SATA cables

• I/O shield

If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.

Specifications Summary

TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS WIFI specifications summary

CPU

| Intel® Socket LGA1700 for 13th Gen Intel® Core™ & 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors*

Supports Intel® Turbo Boost Technology 2.0 and Intel® Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0**

*** Refer to[ www.asus.com ](http://www.asus.com/)for CPU support list.**

** Intel ® **Turbo Boost Max Technology 3.0 support depends on the CPU types.**

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Chipset| Intel® B760 Chipset

Memory

| 4 x DIMM slots, Max. 128GB, DDR5 Non-ECC, Un-buffered Memory* Dual Channel Memory Architecture

Supports Intel® Extreme Memory Profile (XMP)

OptiMem II

*** Supported memory types, data rate (speed), and number of DRAM modules vary depending on the CPU and memory configuration, for more information please refer to CPU/Memory Support under the Support tab or visit [https://www.asus.com/support**](http://www.asus.com/support/) /.

** Non-ECC, un-buffered DDR5 memory supports On-Die ECC function.

Graphics

| 1 x DisplayPort** 1 x HDMITM port***

*** Graphics specifications may vary between CPU types. Please refer to [www.intel.com ](http://www.intel.com/)for any updates.**

** Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4.

*** Supports 4K@60Hz as specified in HDMI TM 2.1.

Expansion Slots| Intel ® **13 th ****& 12 th ****Gen Processors**

1 x PCIe 5.0 x16 slot

Intel ® **B760 Chipset**

1 x PCIe 4.0 x16 slot (supports x4 mode) 1 x PCIe 4.0 x1 slot

Note: To ensure compatibility of the device installed, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support/ for the list of supported peripherals.

Internal I/O Connectors| 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

3 x 4-pin Chassis Fan headers

Power related

1 x 24-pin Main Power connector 1 x 8-pin +12V Power connector 1 x 4-pin +12V Power connector Storage related

2 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 2 additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports

2 x USB 2.0 headers support 4 additional USB 2.0 ports

Miscellaneous

3 x Addressable Gen 2 headers 1 x Aura RGB header

1 x Clear CMOS header

1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP)

1 x 20-3 pin System Panel header with Chassis intrude function 1 x Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header

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Special Features| ASUS TUF PROTECTION

– DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS)

– ESD Guards

– TUF LANGuard

– Overvoltage Protection

– SafeSlot Core+

– 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

ASUS Thermal Solution

– M.2 heatsinks

– VRM heatsink design

ASUS EZ DIY

– CPU Socket lever protector

– ProCool

– Pre-mounted I/O shield

– SafeDIMM

Special Features| Aura Sync
– Aura RGB header
– Addressable Gen 2 headers
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Software Features| ASUS Exclusive Software

Armoury Crate

– Aura Creator

– Aura Sync

– Fan Xpert 2+

– Power Saving

– Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation AI Suite 3

– DIGI+ VRM

– PC Cleaner

TUF GAMING CPU-Z

DTS Audio Processing MyASUS

Norton 360 for Gamers (60 Days Free Trial) WinRAR

UEFI BIOS

ASUS EZ DIY

– ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3

– ASUS EZ Flash 3

– ASUS UEFI BIOS EZ Mode

BIOS| 128 Mb ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS
Manageability| WOL by PME, PXE
Operating System| Windows® 11, Windows® 10 64-bit
Form Factor| mATX Form Factor

9.6 inch x 9.6 inch (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm)

• Specifications are subject to change without notice. Please refer to the ASUS website for the latest specifications.
• MyASUS offers a variety of support features such as helping to troubleshoot issues, optimizing product performance, integrating ASUS software, and recovery drive creation. Please scan the QR Code for the installation guide and FAQ.
• For more information on downloading and installing drivers and utilities for your motherboard, please scan the QR code below:

Product Introduction

Before You Proceed
Before installing or removing any components, ensure that you have disconnected the power supply and all peripherals from your system. Also, make sure to discharge any static electricity from your body by touching a grounded metal object or wearing an anti-static wrist strap.

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.
• Hold components by the edges to avoid touching the ICs on them.
• Whenever you uninstall any component, place it on a grounded antistatic pad or in the bag that came with the component.
• 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.
• For more information on installing your motherboard, please scan the QR code below:

Motherboard Overview

The TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS WIFI motherboard has the following features:

• Intel LGA 1151 socket for 9th/8th Gen Intel Core processors
• Four DDR4 DIMM slots supporting up to 64GB of system memory
• Two M.2 slots for high-speed SSDs
• Built-in Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity
• USB 3.1 Gen 2 Type-A and Type-C ports
• Realtek S1200A codec for high-quality audio output
• TUF Protection features for enhanced durability

Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

Layout contents

1. CPU socket
   The motherboard comes with an LGA1700 socket designed for 13th Gen Intel® Core™ & 12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors.
   For more details, refer to Central Processing Unit (CPU).

2. DDR5 DIMM slots
   The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR5 (Double Data Rate 5) memory modules.
   For more details, refer to System Memory.

3. Expansion slots
   This motherboard supports two PCIe x16 graphics cards and one PCIe 4.0 x1 network cards, SCSI card or other cards that comply with the PCI Express specification.

4. Fan headers
   The Fan headers allow you to connect fans to cool the system. Header| Max. Current| Max. Power| Default Speed| Shared Control
   ---|---|---|---|---
   CPU_FAN| 1A| 12W| Q-Fan Controlled| A
   CPU_OPT| 1A| 12W| Q-Fan Controlled| A
   CHA_FAN1| 1A| 12W| Q-Fan Controlled| –
   CHA_FAN2| 1A| 12W| Q-Fan Controlled| –
   CHA_FAN3| 1A| 12W| Q-Fan Controlled| –
   AIO_PUMP| 1A| 12W| Full-Speed| –

5. Power connectors
   These Power connectors allow you to connect your motherboard to a power supply. The power supply plugs are designed to fit in only one orientation. Find the proper orientation and push down firmly until the power supply plugs are fully inserted.
   Ensure to connect the 8-pin power plug or connect both the 8-pin and 4-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’s stability.

6. M.2 slots (Key M)
   The M.2 slots allow you to install M.2 devices such as M.2 SSD modules.

   • Intel® 13th & 12th Gen Processors
     M. 2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)

   • Intel® B760 Chipset
     M. 2_2 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280 (supports PCIe 4.0 x4 mode)
     The M.2 SSD module is purchased separately.

7. SATA 6Gb/s ports
   The SATA 6Gb/s ports allow you to connect SATA devices such as optical disc drives and hard disk drives via SATA cables.

8. USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® Front Panel connector
   The USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® connector allows you to connect a USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® module for an additional USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® port on the front panel. The USB 3.2 Gen 2 Type-C® connector provides data transfer speeds of up to 10 Gb/s.

9. USB 3.2 Gen 1 header
   The USB 3.2 Gen 1 header allows you to connect a USB 3.2 Gen 1 module for additional USB 3.2 Gen 1 ports. The USB 3.2 Gen 1 header provides data transfer speeds of up to 5 Gb/s.
   The USB 3.2 Gen 1 module is purchased separately.

10. USB 2.0 headers
    The USB 2.0 headers allow you 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.

    • DO NOT connect a 1394 cable to the USB connectors. Doing so will damage the motherboard!
    • The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately.

11. Addressable Gen 2 headers
    The Addressable Gen 2 headers allow you to connect individually addressable RGB WS2812B LED strips or WS2812 B-based LED strips.
    The Addressable Gen 2 headers support 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.

    • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip.
    • 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.
    • The addressable RGB LED strip is purchased separately.

12. Aura RGB header
    The Aura RGB header allows you to connect RGB LED strips.

    • The Aura RGB header supports 5050 RGB multi-color LED strips (12V/G/R/B), with a maximum power rating of 3A (12V), and no longer than 3m.
      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.

    • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip.

    • If your LED strip does not light up, check if the RGB LED extension cable and the RGB LED strip are 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.

    • The LED strip is purchased separately.

13. Clear CMOS header
    The Clear CMOS header allows you to clear the Real Time Clock (RTC) RAM in the CMOS, which contains the date, time, system passwords, and system setup parameters.
    To erase the RTC RAM:

14. Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord.

15. Short-circuit pin 1-2 with a metal object or jumper cap for about 5-10 seconds.

16. Plug the power cord and turn ON the computer.

17. Hold down the key during the boot process and enter BIOS setup to re-enter data.
    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.

18. Front Panel Audio header
    The Front Panel Audio header is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports HD Audio. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this header.
    We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this header to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.

19. System Panel header
    This header supports several chassis-mounted functions.

    • System Power LED header (PLED)
      The 2-pin and/or 3-1 pin headers allow you to connect the System Power LED. The System Power LED lights up when the system is connected to a power source, or when you turn on the system power, and blinks when the system is in sleep mode.

    • Storage Device Activity LED header (HDD_LED)
      The 2-pin header allows you to connect the Storage Device Activity LED. The Storage Device Activity LED lights up or blinks when data is read from or written to the storage device or storage device add-on card.

    • System Warning Speaker header (SPEAKER)
      The 4-pin header allows you to connect the chassis-mounted system warning speaker. The speaker allows you to hear system beeps and warnings.

    • Power Button/Soft-off Button header (PWRSW)
      The 2-pin header allows you to connect the system power button. Press the power button to power up the system, or put the system into sleep or soft-off mode (depending on the operating system settings).

    • Reset button header (RESET)
      The 2-pin header allows you to connect the chassis-mounted reset button. Press the reset button to reboot the system.

    • Chassis intrusion header (CHASSIS)
      The 2-pin header allows you to connect the chassis-mounted intrusion detection sensor or switch. The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to the header when a chassis component is removed or replaced, the signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event.

20. Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header
    The Thunderbolt™ (USB4®) header allows you to connect an add-on card that supports Intel®’s Thunderbolt™ Technology or USB4® function.

    • The add-on card is purchased separately.
    • Please visit the official website of your purchased add-on card for more details on compatibility.
      The add-on card can only be used when installed to the PCIEX16(G4) slot. Ensure to install your add-on card to the PCIEX16(G4) slot.

21. Q-LEDs
    The Q-LEDs check key components (CPU, DRAM, VGA, and booting devices) during the motherboard booting process. If an error is found, the critical component’s LED stays lit up until the problem is solved.
    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.

Rear panel connectors

1. DisplayPort. This port is for a DisplayPort-compatible device.
2. USB 2.0 ports. This Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports are for USB 2.0 devices.
3. USB 3.2 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) ports. This Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices.

4. 2.5Gb Ethernet port. This port allows a 2.5Gbps Ethernet connection to a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table one the next page for the Ethernet port LED indications.
   Realtek 2.5Gb Ethernet port LED indications** Activity Link LED Speed LED**

   Status Description| Status Description
   OFF| No link| OFF| No link
   GREEN| Linked| GREEN| 2.5 Gbps connection
   BLINKING| Data activity| ORANGE| 1 Gbps / 100 Mbps /

10 Mbps connection

5. Center / Subwoofer port (orange). This port connects the center/subwoofer speakers.
6. Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects the rear speakers in a 4-channel, 5.1-channel, or 7.1-channel audio configuration.
7. Line In port (light blue). This port connects the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources.
8. HDMITM port. This port is for a High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMITM) connector and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content.
9. USB 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps) ports (teal blue, Type A). These Universal Serial Bus 3.2 (USB 3.2) ports are for USB 3.2 Gen 2 devices.
10. USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 (up to 20Gbps) port (USB Type-C®). This Universal Serial Bus 3.2 (USB 3.2) port is for USB 3.2 Gen 2×2 Type-C® devices.
11. Wi-Fi 6 ports. These ports connect to Wi-Fi antennas.
    • Ensure that the ASUS Wi-Fi moving antennas are securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports.
    • Ensure that the antennas are at least 20 cm away from all persons.
12. Optical S/PDIF out port. This port allows you to connect your PC to amplified speakers, headphones, or Sony/Phillips Digital Interconnect Format (S/PDIF) compliant devices.
13. Microphone port (pink). This port connects a microphone.
14. Line Out port (lime). This port connects a headphone or a speaker. In 4-channel, 5.1-channel, and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.
    Refer to the audio configuration table below for the function of the audio ports in 2, 4, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration.

Audio 2, 4, 5.1, or 7.1-channel configuration

Port| 2- channel| 4- channel| 5.1- channel| 7.1- channel
---|---|---|---|---
Light Blue (Rear panel)| –| –| –| Side Speaker Out
Lime

(Rear panel)

| Front Speaker Out| Front Speaker Out| Front Speaker Out| Front Speaker Out
Pink

(Rear panel)

| –| –| –| –
Black

(Rear panel)

| –| Rear Speaker Out| Rear Speaker Out| Rear Speaker Out
Orange (Rear panel)| –| –| Center/ Subwoofer| Center/ Subwoofer

Central Processing Unit (CPU)
The TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS WIFI motherboard supports 9th/8th Gen Intel Core processors with the LGA 1151 socket. Before installing the CPU, make sure to read the instructions carefully and align the notches on the CPU and socket. Apply a small amount of thermal paste on the CPU and attach the cooling fan or water block.

This motherboard comes with an LGA1700 socket designed for 13th Gen Intel® Core™ &12th Gen Intel® Core™, Pentium® Gold and Celeron® Processors.

Unplug all power cables before installing the CPU.

• Ensure that you install the correct CPU designed for the LGA1700 socket only. DO NOT install a 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 user.

Installing the CPU

Take caution when lifting the load lever, ensure to hold onto the load lever when releasing the load lever. Letting go of the load lever immediately after releasing it may cause the load lever to spring back and cause damage to your motherboard.

Ensure to remove the CPU Socket lever protector on the lever latch before locking the lever latch under the retention tab. Failure to do so may cause damages to your system when installing the cooling system. The TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS WIFI motherboard has four DDR4 DIMM slots supporting up to 64GB of system memory. To install or remove memory modules, push down the latches on each side of the slot and align the notches on the module with those on the slot. Gently push the module down until the latches click into place.

System memory
This motherboard comes with four Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR5 (Double Data Rate 5) memory modules.The figure illustrates the location of the DDR5 DIMM sockets:

Channel Sockets

Channel A             DIMM_A1 & DIMM_A2
Channel B             DIMM_B1 & DIMM_B2

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.

• 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 memory from the higher-sized channel is then mapped for single-channel operation.
• You may install 8 GB, 16 GB, and 32 GB unbuffered and non-ECC DDR5 DIMMs into the DIMM sockets.
• 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.
• Always install DIMMs with the same CAS latency. For optimal compatibility, we recommend that you install memory modules of the same version or date code (D/C) from the same vendor. Check with the retailer to get the correct memory modules.
• Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists), and memory frequency support depends on the CPU types.

Recommended memory configurations

Installing a DIMM

To remove a DIMM

M.2 Installation
The TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS WIFI motherboard has two M.2 slots for installing high-speed SSDs. To install an M.2 module, unscrew the appropriate standoff and insert the module at an angle. Secure it in place with a screw, then screw back on the standoff.

• Use a Phillips screwdriver when removing or installing the screws or screw stands mentioned in this section.
• The M.2 is purchased separately.

1. Completely loosen the screws on the heatsink(s).

2. Remove the heatsink(s).

3. Install your M.2 to your M.2 slot(s).
   For 2280 length

   • Rotate and adjust the M.2 Q-latch so that the handle points away from the M.2 slot(s).

   • Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot(s).

   • Rotate the M.2 Q-Latch(es) clockwise to secure the M.2 in place.
     For 2242, 2260 length

   • Install the bundled screw stand to the M.2 length screw hole you wish to install your M.2 to.

   • Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot.

   • Secure your M.2 using the bundled screw stand screw.

   • This M.2 rubber pad is optional when installing a single-sided M.2 storage device. Ensure to install the bundled M.2 rubber pad before installing your single sided M.2 storage device.

   • DO NOT install the bundled M.2 rubber pads when installing a double-sided M.2 storage device. The rubber pad installed by default is compatible with double sided
     M. 2 storage devices.

4. Remove the plastic film from the thermal pads on the bottom of the heatsinks.
   If the thermal pad on the M.2 heatsink becomes damaged and needs to be replaced, we recommend replacing it with a thermal pad with a thickness of 1.25mm.

5. Replace the heatsink(s).

6. Secure the heatsink(s) using the screws removed previously.

Wi-Fi Antennas Installation
The TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS WIFI motherboard comes with two Wi-Fi antennas. To install them, screw each antenna onto the designated antenna ports on the rear I/O shield.

Installing the ASUS Wi-Fi antennas
Connect the bundled ASUS Wi-Fi antenna connectors to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis.

• Ensure that the ASUS Wi-Fi antennas are securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports.
• Ensure that the antennas are at least 20 cm away from all persons.

The illustration above is for reference only. The I/O port layout may vary with models, but the Wi-Fi antenna installation procedure is the same for all models.

BIOS and RAID Support

Knowing BIOS
The BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) is a firmware program that initializes and tests hardware components during system startup. It also provides a user interface for configuring system settings such as boot order, memory timings, and CPU frequency.

The new ASUS UEFI BIOS is a Unified Extensible Interface that complies with UEFI architecture, offering a user-friendly interface that goes beyond the traditional keyboard-only BIOS controls to enable a more flexible and convenient mouse input. You can easily navigate the new UEFI BIOS with the same smoothness as your operating system. The term “BIOS” in this user manual refers to “UEFI BIOS” unless otherwise specified.

BIOS (Basic Input and Output System) stores systems 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 updates.

Inappropriate BIOS settings may result in instability or boot failure. We strongly recommend that you change the BIOS settings only with the help of 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.

For more information on BIOS configurations, please refer to https://www.asus.com/support, or download the BIOS manually by scanning the QR code.

**BIOS Setup program

**

To access the BIOS setup program, press the “Delete” key during system startup. The BIOS menu will appear, allowing you to configure various system settings. Use the BIOS Setup to update the BIOS or configure its parameters. The BIOS screens include navigation keys and brief onscreen help to guide you in using the BIOS Setup program.

Entering BIOS at startup
To enter BIOS Setup at startup, press or during the Power-On Self Test (POST). If you do not press or , POST continues with its routines.

Entering BIOS Setup after POST

To enter BIOS Setup after POST:

• Press ++ simultaneously.
• Press the reset button on the system chassis.
• Press the power button to turn the system off then back on. Do this option only if you failed to enter BIOS Setup using the first two options.

After doing either of the three options, press key to enter BIOS.

• 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 .
• If the system fails to boot after changing any BIOS setting, try to clear the CMOS and reset the motherboard to the default value.
• The BIOS setup program does not support Bluetooth devices.

BIOS menu screen
The BIOS Setup program can be used under two modes: EZ Mode and Advanced Mode. You can change modes from Setup Mode in the Boot menu or by pressing the hotkey.

ASUS EZ Flash 3
ASUS EZ Flash 3 is a utility that allows you to update the BIOS firmware from a USB flash drive. To use this utility, download the latest BIOS file from the ASUS website and save it to a USB flash drive. Then, enter the BIOS setup program and navigate to the “EZ Flash 3” section. Follow the on-screen instructions to update the BIOS.

ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 is a utility that automatically recovers the BIOS firmware in case of a corrupted file or failed update. To use this utility, insert a USB flash drive containing a valid BIOS file into the designated USB port and turn on the system. The utility will detect the file and begin the recovery process. The ASUS EZ Flash 3 feature allows you to update the BIOS without using an OS-based utility. Ensure to load the BIOS default settings to ensure system compatibility and stability. Select the Load Optimized Defaults item under the Exit menu or press hotkey .

To update the BIOS:

• 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 .
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 .
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 to perform the BIOS update process. Reboot the system when the update process is done.

DO NOT shut down or reset the system while updating the BIOS! Doing so can cause system boot failure!

RAID Configurations

The TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS WIFI motherboard supports RAID configurations for enhanced data storage and backup. To configure RAID, enter the BIOS setup program and navigate to the “Advanced” section. Select “Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology” and follow the on-screen instructions to configure the desired RAID mode. The motherboard comes with the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology that supports SATA RAID 0, RAID 1, RAID 5 and RAID 10 configurations.

For more information on configuring your RAID sets, please refer to the RAID Configuration Guide which you can find at https://www.asus.com/support, or by scanning the QR code.

RAID definitions

• 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 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 5 stripes both data and parity information across three or more hard disk drives. Among the advantages of RAID 5 configuration include better HDD performance, fault tolerance, and higher storage capacity. The RAID 5 configuration is best suited for transaction processing, relational database applications, enterprise resource planning, and other business systems. Use a minimum of three identical hard disk drives for this setup.
• 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.

Appendix

Notices

FCC Compliance Information

Refer to the user manual for important safety information and instructions on using your TUF GAMING B760M-PLUS WIFI motherboard. Visit the ASUS website for additional product information and software updates. Contact ASUS customer service for warranty and technical support.

• 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 the receiver.
• Connect the equipment to 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.

RF exposure warning
This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and the antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provided with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

HDMI Trademark Notice
The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, HDMI Trade dress, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc.

Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)
This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Operation in the band 5150–5250 MHz is only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems. CAN ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(B).

VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement

Class B ITE

Declaration Of Compliance

Declaration of compliance for product environmental regulation
ASUS follows the green design concept to design and manufacture our products and makes sure that each stage of the product life cycle of ASUS product is in line with global environmental regulations. In addition, ASUS discloses the relevant information based on regulation requirements.

Please refer to http://csr.asus.com/Compliance.htm for information disclosure based on regulation requirements ASUS is complied with:

EU REACH and Article 33
Complying with the REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulatory framework, we published the chemical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at http://csr.asus.com/english/REACH.htm.

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 the Vietnam Circular 30/2011/TT-BCT.

ASUS Recycling/Takeback Services
ASUS recycling and takeback programs come from our commitment to the highest standards for protecting our environment. We believe in providing solutions for you to be able to responsibly recycle our products, batteries, other components as well as packaging materials. Please go to http://csr.asus.com/english/Takeback.htm for detailed recycling information in different regions.

• DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable the 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 the 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.

France sorting and recycling information

Safety Precautions
Accessories that came with this product have been designed and verified for use in connection with this product. Never use accessories for other products to prevent the risk of electric shock or fire.

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 The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017 (S.I. 2017/1206). Full text of the UKCA Declaration of Conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/.

The WiFi operating in the band 5150-5350MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for the country listed below:

UKCA RF Output table (The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017)
Intel® WI-FI 6 AX201 (Model: AX201NGW):

Receiver category 1

Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity
ASUSTek Computer Inc. hereby declares that this device is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at https://www.asus.com/support/.

The WiFi operating in the band 5150-5350MHz shall be restricted to indoor use for countries listed in the table below:

CE RED RF Output table (Directive 2014/53/EU)
Intel® WI-FI 6 AX201 (Model: AX201NGW):

WiFi

| 2412 – 2472 MHz| 19 dBm
5150 – 5350 MHz| 21 dBm
5470 – 5725 MHz| 21 dBm
5725 – 5850 MHz| 12 dBm
Bluetooth| 2402 – 2480 MHz| 12 dBm

Receiver category 1

Warranty

ASUS Guarantee Information

• ASUS offers a voluntary manufacturer’s Commercial Guarantee.
• ASUS reserves the right to interpret the provisions of the ASUS Commercial Guarantee.
• This ASUS Commercial Guarantee is provided independently and in addition to the statutory Legal Guarantee and in no way affects or limits the rights under the Legal Guarantee.

For all the guarantee information, please visit <https://www.asus.com/support

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ASUS contact information

ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC.
Address: 1F., No. 15, Lide Rd., Beitou Dist., Taipei City 112

ASUS COMPUTER INTERNATIONAL (America)
Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA

ASUS COMPUTER GmbH (Germany and Austria)
Address: Harkortstrasse 21-23, 40880 Ratingen, Germany

ASUSTeK (UK) LIMITED
Address: 1st Floor, Sackville House, 143-149 Fenchurch Street, London, EC3M 6BL, England, United Kingdom.

Service and Support
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References

• Official Support | ASUS Global

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