ASUS B650M-A AX6 II Prime Motherboards User Guide

: August 26, 2024
: Asus

Table of Contents

Prepare the components
Install key components
Install the cooling system
Install the motherboard into the chassis
Connect to chassis fan and ARGB/RGB headers
Install and connect the power supply unit (PSU)
Connect everything to the motherboard
Install the graphics card
Connect to the Internet via Ethernet/Wi-Fi antenna
Turn on the PSU and your PC
Install the operating system and drivers
Warranty
Documents / Resources

RIME B650M-AAX6 I
QUICK START GUIDE

The items labeled below correspond to the installation steps, for steps 1 4 11 12 and more information on the steps, please refer to the rest of the guide.

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Prepare the components

NOTE : The components listed above are recommendations, please prepare components according to your needs.

Install key components

Installthe CPU

NOTE: Do not remove the PriP cap before the CPU is properly installed.
Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboards

https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1047659/#BB

Instal the Memory

NOTE : Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard

Installthe M2 SSD NOTE : Please refer o the mana(s) for more infonnation: Motherboard

Install the cooling system

Air Cooler
AIO Cooler

NOTE : Please refer to these manual(s) for more information: Cooler/Chassis

Install the motherboard into the chassis

NOTE : Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard/Chassis

Connect cables from Chassis

Connect to chassis fan and ARGB/RGB headers

NOTE : Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard | Chassis | Fan |

Install and connect the power supply unit (PSU)

NOTE : Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Chassis | PSU

Connect the power cables to the motherboard NOTE : Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard | PSU

Connect everything to the motherboard

Front panel header NOTE : Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard | Chassis | NOTE : Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard

Install the graphics card

NOTE : Please note that power connection is required for selected models.
Please refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard /Chassis /Graphics Card

Connect to the Internet via Ethernet/Wi-Fi antenna

NOTE : Please refer o the manual (s) for more reformation: Maherbeard

Connect peripherals (monitor, keyboard, mouse, etc.)

Turn on the PSU and your PC

https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1029955/

NOTE : Please check the Q-LEDs or Q-LED Core on selected motherboards when powering on your PC for system status. If anterior occurs, check if your CPU Fan header s properly connected; you can also scan the code of refer to the manual(s) for more information: Motherboard

Install the operating system and drivers

Driver and Unities installation
https://www.asus.com/support/FAQ/1048815/

Electrical safety

To prevent electrical shock hazard, disconnect the power cable from the electrical outlet before relocating the system.
When adding or removing devices 1o or from the system, ensure that the power cables for the devices are unplugged before the signal cables are connected. If possible, isconnect 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 o the correct voltage in your area. ff 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 ix it by yourself. Contact a qualified service technician or your retailer.

Operation safety

Before installing the motherboard and adding devices on i, carefully read all the manuals that came with the package.
Before using the product, ensure all cables are comectly connected and the power cables are not damaged. If you detect any damage, contact your dealer immediately.
To avoid Shor circuits, keep paper caps, 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 retaler
Your motherboard should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 10°C and 35°C.

Button/Coin Batteries Safety Information

Remove and immediately recycle or dispose of used batteries according to local regulations and keep out of reach of children. Do notincinerate or dispose of batteries in household trash.
If ingested or inserted inside any part of the body, calla local poison control center for treatment information. Even used batteries may cause serious injury or death.
This product uses CR2032 type batteries with a nominal voltage of 3V.
Do ot attempt to recharge non-rechargeable batteries.
Do not forcibly discharge, recharge, disassemble, heat above the battery manufacturer’s specified temperature rating, or incinerate. Doing so may resultin injury or chemical bums caused by venting, leakage, or explosion.
When installing batteries, ensure that the polarity (+ and.-) is correct.
Do not mix old and new batteries, or batteries of different brands or types (such as alkaline, carbon-zinc, or rechargeable batteries).
Remove and immediately recycle or dispose of batteries from equipment not used for an extended period of time: according to local regulations.
Abways completely secure the battery compartment. If the battery compartment cannot be securely closed, stop using the product, remove the batteries, and keep the batteries out of reach of children.

WARNING

INGESTION HAZARD: This product contains a button cell or coin battery.
DEATH or serious injury can occur if ingested.
A swallowed button cell or coin battery can cause Internal Chemical Burns in as little as 2 hours.
KEEP new and used batteries OUT OF REACH of CHILDREN.
Seek immediate medical attention if a battery is suspected to be swallowed or inserted inside any part of the body.

General Notices

FCC Compliance Information
Responsible Party: Asus Computer Intonational
Address: 48720 Kato Rd., Fremont, CA 94538, USA
Phone /Fax No: (510)739-3777 / (510)6084555

This device complies with part 15 of the FOC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two contions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) tis 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 residential
instalation. 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 o radio communications. However, there is no quadrantes that interference will ot occur in a particular installation. f this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by tuming 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.

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.

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 ofher products to prevent the risk of electric shock or fite.
VCCI: Japan Compliance Statement
Class B ITE
Japan JATE

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 Ife cycle of ASUS product s in line with global environmental regulations. In addition, ASUS disclose the relevant information based on regulation requirements.
Please refer to https://lesgasus.com/Complance.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 chronical substances in our products at ASUS REACH website at https://esg.asus.com/Compliance.htm
EU RoHS
“This product complies with the EU RoHS Directive. For more details, see https://esg.asus.com/Compliance.htm
India RoHS
“This product complies with the “India E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016 and prohibits use of lead, mercury, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) 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 of the Rule.
Vietnam RoHS
ASUS products sold in Vietnam, on or after September 23, 2011,meet the requirements of the Vietnam Circular 3012011/
TT-ECT.
Tiirkiye RoHS
AEEE Yonetmeligine Uygundur
AASUS 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 wells the packaging materials. Please go 1o https://esg.asus.com/en/Takeback.htm for detailed recycing information in diferent regions.
DO NOT throw the motherboard in municipal waste. This product has been designed to enable proper reuse of parts and recycing. 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.

France sorting and recycling information

Notices for Wi-Fi model
FCC RF Caution Statement
WARNING : Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void your authority to operate the equipment.
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
colocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. End-users and installers must be provide with antenna installation instructions and transmitter operating conditions for satisfying RF exposure compliance.

Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)

This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada iicence exempt RSS standard(s).
Operation s sublect o the fllowing 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 i only for indoor use to reduce the potential for harmul interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems.
CAN ICES-003(B)/NMB-003(8)
KC: Korea Warning Statement
NCC: Wireless Statement
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 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:

UKCARF Output table The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017)
Wi 6 RTLSSS18E Hodel: RTLBGS ).

Function	Frequency	Maximum Output Power (EIRP)
2412 – 2472MHz	19 dBm 1
WiFi	5150 – 5350MHz	20 dBm 1
5470 – 5725MHz	19 dBm I
5725 – 5850MHz	10 dBm
Bluetooth	2402 – 2480MHz	15 dBm

Receiver category 1

Simplified EU Declaration of Conformity

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. Full text of 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:

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

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