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2.1.2 

ASUS EZ Flash 3

The ASUS EZ Flash 3 allows you to download and update to the latest BIOS through the 

Internet without having to use a bootable floppy disk or 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. See section 

2.3 Exit 

Menu

 for details.

• 

Check your local Internet connection before updating through the Internet.

To update the BIOS using EZ Flash 3:

1. 

Enter the 

Advanced Mode

 of the BIOS setup program. Go to the 

Tool

 menu to select 

ASUS EZ Flash 3 and press <Enter> to enable it.

2. 

Follow the steps below to update the BIOS via USB or Internet.

 

Via USB

 

a)  Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port, then  

 select 

by USB

 

b) 

Press <Tab> to switch to the 

Drive

 field.

 

c)  Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest  

 

BIOS, and then press <Enter>. 

 

d) 

Press <Tab> to switch to the 

Folder 

field.

 

e)  Press the Up/Down arrow keys to find the BIOS file, and then press <Enter> to  

 

perform the BIOS update process. 

 

Via the Internet

 

a) Select 

by Internet

 

b) 

Press the Left/Right arrow keys to select an Internet connection method, and then  

 

press <Enter>. 

 

c) 

Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the update. 

3. 

Reboot the system when the update process is done.

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Chapter 2: BIOS Information

Summary of Contents for TUF B365-PLUS GAMING

Page 1: ...Motherboard TUF B365 PLUS GAMING ...

Page 2: ...espective companies and are used only for identification or explanation and to the owners benefit without intent to infringe Offer to Provide Source Code of Certain Software This product contains copyrighted software that is licensed under the General Public License GPL under the Lesser General Public License Version LGPL and or other Free Open Source Software Licenses Such software in this produc...

Page 3: ...ns summary vi Chapter 1 Product Introduction 1 1 Before you proceed 1 1 1 2 Motherboard overview 1 1 1 3 Central Processing Unit CPU 1 9 1 4 System memory 1 10 Chapter 2 BIOS Introduction 2 1 Managing and updating your BIOS 2 1 2 2 BIOS setup program 2 6 2 3 Exit menu 2 11 Notices A 1 ASUS contact information A 5 ...

Page 4: ...tion 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 A...

Page 5: ... of the following symbols used throughout this manual DANGER WARNING Information to prevent injury to yourself when trying to complete a task CAUTION Information to prevent damage to the components 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 Typography Bold text Indicates a menu or an...

Page 6: ...sus com for Intel CPU support list Chipset Intel B365 Chipset Memory 4 x DIMM max 64GB DDR4 2666 2400 2133 MHz non ECC un buffered memory Dual channel memory architecture Supports Intel Extreme Memory Profile XMP DDR4 2666 MHz and higher memory modules will run at max 2666 MHz on Intel 8th Gen 6 core or higher processors Refer to www asus com for the latest Memory QVL Qualified Vendors List Expans...

Page 7: ...greatly reduces multi lateral interference Dedicated audio PCB layers Separate layers for left and right channels to guard the quality of the sensitive audio signals Premium Japanese audio capacitors Provide warm natural and immersive sound with exceptional clarity and fidelity Supports jack detection and front panel jack retasking USB Intel B365 Chipset 8 x USB 3 1 Gen 1 ports up to 5Gbps 2 ports...

Page 8: ...RGB header ASUS Exclusive Features ASUS Ai Charger ASUS AI Suite 3 EZ DIY EZ Update UEFI BIOS EZ Mode Featuring friendly graphics user interface ASUS CrashFree BIOS 3 ASUS EZ Flash 3 Q Design ASUS Q LED CPU DRAM VGA Boot Device LED ASUS Q Slot ASUS Q DIMM ASUS Quiet Thermal Solution ASUS Fan Xpert 2 Stylish Fanless Design PCH Heat sink MOS Heat sink Back Panel I O Ports 1 x D sub port 1 x HDMI por...

Page 9: ...nnector AAFP 1 x 24 pin EATX Power connector 1 x 8 pin EATX 12V Power connector 1 x System Panel 1 x COM port 1 x S PDIF out header 2 x RGB header 1 x Addressable RGB header 1 x TPM header 1 x Clear CMOS jumper BIOS 128 Mb Flash ROM UEFI AMI BIOS PnP DMI3 0 WfM2 0 SMBIOS 3 1 ACPI 6 1 Multi language BIOS ASUS EZ Flash 3 CrashFree BIOS 3 F6 Qfan Control F3 My Favorites Last Modified log F12 PrintScr...

Page 10: ... Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components Place this side towards the rear of the chassis TUF B365 PLUS GAMING DDR4 DIMM_B1 64bit 288 pin module DDR4 DIMM_B2 64bit 288 pin module DDR4 DIMM_A1 64bit 288 pin module DDR4 DIMM_A2 64bit 288 pin module AIO_PUMP CPU_FAN CHA_FAN1 CHA_FAN2 CLRTC M 2_2 SOCKET3 M 2_1 SOCKET3 PANEL AAFP COM SATA6G_6 SATA6G_5 EATX12V EAT...

Page 11: ...el audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP 1 6 18 PCI Express 3 0 2 0 x1 slots 1 6 19 PCI Express 3 0 2 0 x16 slots 1 6 ATX power connectors 24 pin EATXPWR 8 pin EATX12V Correctly orient the ATX power supply plugs into these connectors and push down firmly until the connectors completely fit EATX12V 12V DC 12V DC 12V DC 12V DC GND GND GND GND EATXPWR PIN 1 PIN 1 GND 5 Volts 5 Volts 5 Volts 5 Volts GND GND G...

Page 12: ... jumper caps on the fan connectors The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 1A 12 W fan power Intel LGA1151 CPU socket Install Intel LGA1151 CPU into this surface mount LGA1151 socket which is designed for 9th 8th Gen Intel Core Pentium Gold and Celeron processors For more details refer to 1 3 Central Processing Unit CPU DDR4 DIMM slots Install 2 GB 4 GB 8 GB and 16 GB unbuffered non EC...

Page 13: ...r charging time for USB chargeable devices optimized power efficiency and backward compatibility with USB 2 0 M 2 sockets M 2_1 M 2_2 These sockets allow you to install M 2 NGFF SSD modules The M 2_1 socket supports M Key and 2242 2260 2280 storage devices both SATA PCIE x2 mode and supports data transfer speed of up to 16Gb s The M 2_2 socket supports M Key and 2242 2260 2280 22110 storage device...

Page 14: ...m warning speaker ATX power button soft off button 2 pin PWR_SW This connector is for the system power button Clear RTC RAM 2 pin CLRTC This header allows you to clear the CMOS RTC RAM data of the system setup information such as date time and system passwords To erase the RTC RAM 1 Turn OFF the computer and unplug the power cord 2 Use a metal object such as a screwdriver to short the two pins 3 P...

Page 15: ...nnector is for an additional Sony Philips Digital Interface S PDIF port Connect the S PDIF Out module cable to this connector then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis Front panel audio connector 10 1 pin AAFP This connector is for a chassis mounted front panel audio I O module that supports HD Audio standard Connect one end of the front panel audio I O module cab...

Page 16: ... mode SPEED LED ACT LINK LED LAN port 4 Line In port light blue This port connects to the tape CD DVD player or other audio sources 5 Line Out port lime This port connects to a headphone or a speaker In the 4 5 1 and 7 1 channel configurations the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out 6 Microphone port pink This port connects to a microphone Refer to the audio configuration table for the...

Page 17: ...ces USB 3 1 Gen 1 devices can only be used for data storage We strongly recommend that you connect USB 3 1 Gen 1 devices to USB 3 1 Gen 1 ports for faster and better performance from your USB 3 1 Gen 1 devices 8 HDMI port This port is for a High Definition Multimedia Interface HDMI connector and is HDCP compliant allowing playback of HD DVD Blu ray and other protected content 9 USB 2 0 ports These...

Page 18: ...et 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 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 LGA1151 socket The product warranty does not cover damage to ...

Page 19: ...at 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 According to Intel CPU spec DIMM voltage below 1 35V is recommended to protect the CPU Due to Intel chipset limitation DDR4 2666MHz and higher memory modules will run at max 2666MHz on Intel 8th Gen 6 core or higher processors The default memory operatio...

Page 20: ...ASUS TUF B365 PLUS GAMING 1 11 B A A 1 2 B A Installing a DIMM To remove a DIMM ...

Page 21: ...1 12 Chapter 1 Product Introduction ...

Page 22: ...version easily With this utility you can also manually update the saved BIOS and select a boot logo when the system goes into POST To launch EZ Update click EZ Update on the AI Suite 3 main menu bar BIOS Information 2 EZ Update requires an Internet connection either through a network or an ISP Internet Service Provider Click to automatically update your motherboard s driver software and firmware C...

Page 23: ...3 and press Enter to enable it 2 Follow the steps below to update the BIOS via USB or Internet Via USB a Insert the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS file to the USB port then select by USB b Press Tab to switch to the Drive field c Press the Up Down arrow keys to find the USB flash disk that contains the latest BIOS and then press Enter d Press Tab to switch to the Folder field e Press...

Page 24: ... 2 Insert the support DVD to the optical drive or the USB flash drive that contains the BIOS file to the USB port 3 The utility automatically checks the devices for the BIOS file When found the utility reads the BIOS file and enters ASUS EZ Flash 3 utility automatically 4 The system requires you to enter BIOS Setup to recover BIOS settings To ensure system compatibility and stability we recommend ...

Page 25: ... select boot device ESC to boot using defaults P2 ST3808110AS 76319MB aigo miniking 250MB UEFI FAT ASUS DRW 2014L1T 4458MB P1 ASUS DRW 2014L1T 4458MB UEFI FAT aigo miniking 250MB Enter Setup 4 When the booting message appears press Enter within five 5 seconds to enter FreeDOS prompt Welcome to FreeDOS http www freedos org C d D 5 On the FreeDOS prompt type d then press Enter to switch the disk fro...

Page 26: ... Up Down or Home End keys to select the BIOS file and press Enter 4 After the BIOS Updater checks the selected BIOS file select Yes to confirm the BIOS update Are you sure you want to update the BIOS Yes No The BIOS Backup feature is not supported due to security regulations 5 Select Yes then press Enter When BIOS update is done press ESC to exit BIOS Updater 6 Restart your computer DO NOT shut do...

Page 27: ... always shut down the system properly from the operating system The BIOS setup screens shown in this section are for reference purposes only and may not exactly match what you see on your screen Visit the ASUS website at www asus com to download the latest BIOS file for this motherboard Ensure that a USB mouse is connected to your motherboard if you want to use the mouse to control the BIOS setup ...

Page 28: ...t device options vary depending on the devices you installed to the system Selects the display language of the BIOS setup program Displays a quick overview of the system status Displays the system properties of the selected mode Click or to switch EZ System Tuning modes Loads optimized default settings Displays the CPU Fan s speed Click the button to manually tune the fans Enables or disables the ...

Page 29: ...he following sections for the detailed configurations To access the EZ Mode click EzMode F7 or press F7 Menu items General help Menu bar Language Qfan Control F6 MyFavorite F3 Ez Tuning Wizard F11 Scroll bar Pop up Menu Configuration fields Last modified settings Go back to EZ Mode Hot Keys Displays a quick overview of the system status Search on the FAQ 2 8 Chapter 2 BIOS Information ...

Page 30: ...rent settings of your fans Use this button to manually tweak the fans to your desired settings EZ Tuning Wizard F11 This button above the menu bar allows you to view and tweak the overclocking settings of your system It also allows you to change the motherboard s SATA mode from AHCI to RAID mode Hot keys This button contains the navigation keys for the BIOS setup program Use the navigation keys to...

Page 31: ... At the bottom of the menu screen is a brief description of the selected item Use F12 key to capture the BIOS screen and save it to the removable storage device Configuration fields These fields show the values for the menu items If an item is user configurable you can change the value of the field opposite the item You cannot select an item that is not user configurable A configurable field is hi...

Page 32: ...ress F10 a confirmation window appears Select OK to save changes and exit Discard Changes Exit This option allows you to exit the Setup program without saving your changes When you select this option or if you press Esc a confirmation window appears Select OK to discard changes and exit Launch EFI Shell from USB drives This option allows you to attempt to launch the EFI Shell application shellx64 ...

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