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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.
Contents Safety information ..................iv About this guide ..................iv Package contents ..................vi PRIME B250M-J specifications summary ..........vi Chapter 1: Product introduction Motherboard overview ................1-1 Central Processing Unit (CPU) ..............1-7 System memory ..................1-8 Chapter 2: BIOS information BIOS setup program .................
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.
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Refer to the following sources for additional information and for product and software updates. ASUS websites 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.
® Generation Intel processors will run at the maximum transfer rate of DDR4 2133MHz. ® *** Refer to www.asus.com for the Memory QVL (Qualified Vendors List). 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot (at x16 mode) Expansion slots 1 x PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slot...
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ASUS 5X PROTECTION III - ASUS SafeSlot Core: Fortified PCIe with solid soldering - ASUS LANGuard - Protects against LAN surges, lightning strikes and static electricity discharges! - ASUS Overvoltage Protection - World-class circuit-protecting power design - ASUS DIGI+ VRM - 5 phase digital power design...
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1 x Clear CMOS header 64 Mb Flash ROM, UEFI AMI BIOS, PnP, DMI3.0, WfM2.0, SM BIOS 3.0, ACPI 6.1, Multi-language BIOS, ASUS EZ Flash 3, F6 Qfan Control, F3 My Favorites, BIOS features Last Modified log, F12 PrintScreen, and ASUS DRAM SPD (Serial Presence...
PCIE SATA IRST 2280 2260 2242 AUDIO PRIME B250M-J Realtek 8111H PCIEX16 Super 64Mb BIOS Intel ® B250 SATA6G_1 PCIEX1 USB3_12 SATA6G_4 SATA6G_3 SATA6G_2 USB910 AAFP CLRTC F_PANEL Scan the QR code to get the detailed pin definitions. ASUS PRIME B250M-J...
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• If you are uncertain about the minimum power supply requirement for your system, refer to the Recommended Power Supply Wattage Calculator at http://support. asus.com/PowerSupplyCalculator/PSCalculator.aspx?SLanguage=en-us for details. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CHA_FAN) Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.
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2.0 specifications and supports up to 480Mbps connection speed. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) 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. PIN 1 SPDIF_OUT ASUS PRIME B250M-J...
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Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP) This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front panel audio I/O module cable to this connector. •...
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LAN port LED indications Activity/Link LED Speed LED Status Description Status Description No link 10Mbps connection Orange Linked ORANGE 100Mbps connection Orange (Blinking) Data activity GREEN 1Gbps connection Orange (Blinking Ready to wake up then steady) from S5 mode ASUS PRIME B250M-J...
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Line In port (light blue). This port connects to the tape, CD, DVD player, or other audio sources. Line Out port (lime). This port connects to a headphone or a speaker. In the 4.1, 5.1 and 7.1-channel configurations, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out. Microphone port (pink).
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.
OS if you want to install 4GB or more on the ® motherboard. For more details, refer to the Microsoft support site at http://support.microsoft. ® com/kb/929605/en-us. Visit the ASUS website at www.asus.com for the latest QVL. Recommended memory configuration Chapter 1: Product introduction...
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Installing a DIMM To remove a DIMM ASUS PRIME B250M-J...
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.
EZ Mode By default, the EZ Mode screen appears when you enter the BIOS setup program. The EZ Mode provides you an overview of the basic system information, and allows you to select the display language, system performance mode, fan profile and boot device priority. To access the Advanced Mode, click Advanced Mode(F7) or press <F7>.
To access the EZ Mode, click EzMode(F7) or press <F7>. MyFavorite Q-Fan control Hot Keys Language Menu bar Configuration General help Scroll bar field Search on Last modified Menu item settings Goes back to EZ Mode Displays the CPU temperature, CPU and memory voltage output ASUS PRIME B250M-J...
Search on FAQ Move your mouse over this button to show a QR code. Scan this QR code with your mobile device to connect to the ASUS BIOS FAQ web page. You can also scan the QR code below. Exit menu The Exit menu items allow you to load the optimal default values for the BIOS items, and save or discard your changes to the BIOS items.
The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. ASUS PRIME B250M-J...
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IC: Canadian Compliance Statement Complies with the Canadian ICES-003 Class B specifications. This device complies with RSS 210 of Industry Canada. This Class B device meets all the requirements of the Canadian interference-causing equipment regulations. This device complies with Industry 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.
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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 the packaging materials.
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800 Corporate Way, Fremont Phone/Fax No: (510)739-3777/(510)608-4555 hereby declares that the product Product Name : Motherboard Model Number : PRIME B250M-J Conforms to the following specifications: FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Unintentional Radiators Supplementary Information: This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the...