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Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.
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.
Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS website The ASUS website provides updated information on ASUS hardware and software products. Refer to the ASUS contact information. Optional documentation Your product package may include optional documentation, such as warranty flyers, that may have been added by your dealer.
Extreme Memory Profile (XMP) ® OptiMem II * Actual Memory data rate depends on the CPU types and DRAM modules, for more information refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors Lists). 1 x DisplayPort** 1 x HDMI port*** ®...
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TUF GAMING B660-PLUS WIFI D4 specifications summary Total supports 3 x M.2 slots and 4 x SATA 6Gb/s ports Intel Gen Processors ® M.2_1 slot (Key M), type 2242/2260/2280/22110 - Intel Gen processors support PCIe 4.0 x4 mode. ® Intel B660 Chipset ®...
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1 x Front Panel Audio header (AAFP) 1 x 20-3 pin System Panel header with Chassis intrude function 1 x Thunderbolt™ header ASUS TUF PROTECTION - DIGI+ VRM (- Digital power design with DrMOS) - Enhanced DRAM Overcurrent Protection - ESD Guards...
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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. • MyASUS offers a variety of support features such as helping to troubleshoot issues, optimizing product performance, integrating ASUS software, and recovery drive creation.
Unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components. The pin definitions in this chapter are for reference only. The pin names depend on the location of the header/jumper/connector. ASUS TUF GAMING B660-PLUS WIFI D4...
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1.2.1 Layout contents 1. CPU socket The motherboard comes with a LGA1700 socket designed for 12 Gen Intel Core™ ® processors, Pentium Gold and Celeron Processors. ® ® For more details, refer to Central Processing Unit (CPU). 2. DDR4 DIMM slots The motherboard comes with Dual Inline Memory Modules (DIMM) slots designed for DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) memory modules.
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Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard, peripherals, or components. • Actual lighting and color will vary with LED strip. ASUS TUF GAMING B660-PLUS WIFI D4...
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• 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. •...
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The chassis intrusion sensor or switch sends a high-level signal to this connector when a chassis component is removed or replaced. The signal is then generated as a chassis intrusion event. ASUS TUF GAMING B660-PLUS WIFI D4...
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17. Thunderbolt™ header The Thunderbolt™ header allows you to connect an add-on Thunderbolt™ I/O card that supports Intel®’s Thunderbolt™ Technology, allowing you to connect Thunderbolt™-enabled devices to form a daisy chain-configuration. TB_HEADER • The add-on Thunderbolt™ I/O card and PIN 1 Thunderbolt™...
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HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD, Blu-ray, and other protected content. USB 3.2 Gen 1 (up to 5Gbps) ports. These Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports connect to USB 3.2 Gen 1 devices. ASUS TUF GAMING B660-PLUS WIFI D4...
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3.2 (USB 3.2) port is for USB 3.2 Gen 2 devices. 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 20cm away from all persons.
PnP cap/socket contacts/motherboard components. • 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 LGA1700 socket.
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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. 1-10 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
(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...
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Installing a DIMM To remove a DIMM 1-12 Chapter 1: Product Introduction...
• The M.2 is purchased separately. When installing an M.2 to the M.2 slot, you may need to use the removable screw stand. Remove the screws from the heatsink. Remove the heatsink. ASUS TUF GAMING B660-PLUS WIFI D4 1-13...
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Install your M.2 to your M.2 slot. The steps may differ between installing M.2 of different lengths, please refer to the different types and their installation steps below: • To install an M.2 to M.2_1 and M.2_3 slot For 2280, 22110 length (optional) Remove the pre-installed removable M.2 Q-Latch screw at the 2280 length screw hole.
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Rotate and adjust the M.2 Q-latch so that the handle points away from the M.2 slot. Install your M.2 to the M.2 slot. Rotate the M.2 Q-Latch clockwise to secure the M.2 in place. ASUS TUF GAMING B660-PLUS WIFI D4 1-15...
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• To install an M.2 to M.2_2 slot For 2280 length (optional) Install the bundled M.2 rubber pad if you are installing a 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.
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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’s screw. ASUS TUF GAMING B660-PLUS WIFI D4 1-17...
Wi-Fi antenna installation Installing the ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna Connect the bundled ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna connectors to the Wi-Fi ports at the back of the chassis. • Ensure that the ASUS Wi-Fi moving antenna is securely installed to the Wi-Fi ports.
BIOS and RAID Support Knowing BIOS 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.
BIOS Setup program 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 <Delete> or <F2> during the Power-On Self Test (POST).
ASUS EZ Flash 3 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 <F5>.
ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 The ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 utility is an auto recovery tool that allows you to restore the BIOS file when it fails or gets corrupted during the updating process. You can restore a corrupted BIOS file using a USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file.
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.
RF exposure compliance. HDMI Compliance Statement The terms HDMI, HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. ASUS TUF GAMING B660-PLUS WIFI D4...
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Compliance Statement of Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada licence 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.
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Tenez cet appareil à distance du ventre des femmes enceintes et du bas-ventre des adolescents. ASUS TUF GAMING B660-PLUS WIFI D4...
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ASUS products sold in Vietnam, on or after September 23, 2011,meet the requirements of the Vietnam Circular 30/2011/TT-BCT. Các sản phẩm ASUS bán tại Việt Nam, vào ngày 23 tháng 9 năm2011 trở về sau, đều phải đáp ứng các yêu cầu của Thông tư 30/2011/TT-BCT của Việt Nam.
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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: UKCA RF Output table (The Radio Equipment Regulations 2017) Intel®...
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2014/53/EU. Cijeli di: https://www.asus.com/support/ tekst EU izjave o sukladnosti dostupan je na https://www.asus.com/support/ WiFi yang Beroperasi pada 5150-5350 MHz akan terbatas untuk penggunaan WiFi koji radi na opsegu frekvencija 5150-5350 MHz bit će ograničen na...
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ASUSTek Computer Inc. tukaj izjavlja, da je ta naprava skladna s temeljnimi zahtevami in drugimi relevantnimii določili Direktive 2014/53/EU. Polno besedilo izjave EU o skladnosti je na voljo na https://www.asus.com/ support/ WiFi, ki deluje v pasovnem območju 5150–5350 MHz, mora biti v državah,...
• ASUS offers a voluntary manufacturer’s Commercial Guarantee. • ASUS dragovoljno nudi komercijalno proizvođačko jamstvo. • ASUS reserves the right to interpret the provisions of the ASUS • ASUS zadržava prava na tumačenje odredbi ASUS komercijalnog Commercial Guarantee. jamstva. •...
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• ASUS tilbyr som produsent en frivillig kommersiell garanti. • 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.