ROG Strix B365-G Gaming - Motherboard ASUS - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Motherboard
Brand	ASUS
Model	ROG Strix B365-G Gaming
Form factor	Micro-ATX (24.4 cm x 24.4 cm)
Chipset	Intel B365
Processor socket	LGA1151 (Intel 8th/9th gen Core, Pentium Gold, Celeron)
Memory type	DDR4 (non-ECC, unbuffered)
Number of memory slots	4 DIMM slots, max 64 GB
Supported memory frequency	DDR4 2666/2400/2133 MHz (OC via XMP)
Expansion slots	1x PCIe 3.0 x16, 1x PCIe 3.0 x16 (x4 mode), 1x PCIe 3.0 x1
Storage	6 SATA 6 Gb/s ports, 2 M.2 slots (M key 2242/2260/2280, PCIe 3.0 x4 & SATA), 1 M.2 slot (E key, Wi-Fi)
USB	2x USB 3.1 Gen2 (Type-A), 6x USB 3.1 Gen1, 6x USB 2.0
Video outputs	1x HDMI 1.4b (max 4096x2160@30Hz), 1x DVI (max 1920x1200@60Hz)
Audio	ROG SupremeFX S1220A (8 channels), dual headphone amplifier, optical S/PDIF
Network	Intel I219-V Gigabit LAN with ASUS LANGuard
BIOS	UEFI AMI BIOS, 128 Mb Flash ROM
Supported operating systems	Windows 10 (64-bit)
Special features	Aura Sync RGB, Fan Xpert 4, SafeSlot, DIGI+ VRM, ROG GameFirst, Sonic Studio III
Required power supply	ATX 12V power supply (24-pin + 8-pin), min. 350 W recommended
Security	ESD Guards, DRAM overvoltage protection, stainless steel rear I/O plate
Maintenance instructions	Disconnect power before handling, use an antistatic wrist strap, avoid dust and moisture

Frequently Asked Questions - ROG Strix B365-G Gaming ASUS

What type of processor is compatible with this motherboard?

This motherboard is compatible with Intel 8th and 9th generation processors (Core, Pentium Gold, Celeron) on socket LGA1151. Do not install an LGA1155 or LGA1156 processor.

What is the maximum supported memory capacity?

The motherboard supports up to 64 GB of DDR4 memory (non-ECC) across four DIMM slots. Supported frequencies are 2666/2400/2133 MHz (with XMP for overclocking).

How to configure RAID?

To configure RAID, access the BIOS (menu Advanced > PCH Storage Configuration) and set SATA Mode Selection to Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration (RAID). Then, use the Intel Rapid Storage Technology utility or the EZ Tuning Wizard in the BIOS.

How to update the BIOS?

Use the ASUS EZ Flash 3 utility in the BIOS (menu Tool). You can update via a USB drive (FAT32 format) or directly over the Internet. First download the BIOS file from asus.com.

What to do if the system does not boot after a BIOS change?

Clear the CMOS memory by shorting the Clear CMOS jumper (pins 1-2) for 5-10 seconds after disconnecting power. Then restore default settings via Load Optimized Defaults in the BIOS.

What USB ports are available?

The motherboard offers: 2 USB 3.1 Gen2 ports (Type-A, red) on the back, 6 USB 3.1 Gen1 ports (4 on the back), and 6 USB 2.0 ports (2 on the back). Internal headers allow adding additional ports.

How to install an M.2 module?

The M.2 slots support modules in 2242/2260/2280 form factors. For the M.2_1 slot, use the supplied screw kit. Ensure the module is fully inserted and secured with the screw. Consult the manual for shared bandwidth configurations.

Can I use multiple graphics cards?

Yes, this motherboard supports AMD 2-Way CrossFireX. Use both PCIe x16 slots (the second operates in x4 mode). A minimum 1000W power supply is recommended for multiple graphics cards.

How to control fans?

Use the Q-Fan Control function in the BIOS (menu Monitor) or the Fan Xpert 4 software. You can choose predefined profiles (Standard, Silent, Turbo, Full Speed) or manually configure the speed curve.

What to do if sound does not work?

Check that the Realtek HD Audio driver is installed. Connect speakers to the correct jack (green for front output). In the BIOS, ensure that HD Audio Controller is enabled (menu Advanced > Onboard Devices Configuration).

USER MANUAL ROG Strix B365-G Gaming ASUS

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ROG STRIX B365-G GAMING CPU LGA1151

ROG STRIX B365-G GAMING 288-pin DDR4 DIMM socket

ROG STRIX B365-G GAMING Clear RTC RAM jumper

ROG STRIX B365-G GAMING Fan and Pump connectors

ROG STRIX B365-G GAMING System panel connector

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Assistant EZ Tuning (F11)

Barre de dïfilement

3.2.4 Assistant EZ Tuning

PCI Express Configuration (Configuration PCI Express)

SATA Mode Selection (Sïlection de mode SATA)

[Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration(RAID)]

SMART Self Test (Auto-test SMART)

RGB LED lighting (Йclairage LED RGB)

CSM (Compatibility Support Module)

Discard Changes and Exit (Annuler et quitter)

Code Description
00	Not used
01	Power on. Reset type detection (soft/hard).
02	AP initialization before microcode loading
03	System Agent initialization before microcode loading
04	PCH initialization before microcode loading
06	Microcode loading
07	AP initialization after microcode loading
08	System Agent initialization after microcode loading
09	PCH initialization after microcode loading
0B	Cache initialization
0C-0D	Reserved for future AMI SEC error codes
0E	Microcode not found
0F	Microcode not loaded
10	PEI Core is started
11-14	Pre-memory CPU initialization is started
15-18	Pre-memory System Agent initialization is started
19-1C	Pre-memory PCH initialization is started
2B-2F	Memory initialization
30	Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below)
31	Memory Installed
32-36	CPU post-memory initialization
37-3A	Post-Memory System Agent initialization is started
3B-3E	Post-Memory PCH initialization is started
4F	DXE IPL is started
50-53	Memory initialization error. Invalid memory type or incompatible memory speed
54	Unspecified memory initialization error
55	Memory not installed
56	Invalid CPU type or Speed
57	CPU mismatch
58	CPU self test failed or possible CPU cache error
59	CPU micro-code is not found or micro-code update is failed
5A	Internal CPU error
5B	Reset PPI is not available
5C-5F	Reserved for future AMI error codes

Code Description
E0	S3 Resume is stared (S3 Resume PPI is called by the DXE IPL)
E1	S3 Boot Script execution
E2	Video repost
E3	OS S3 wake vector call
E4 – E7	Reserved for future AMI progress codes
E8	S3 Resume Failed
E9	S3 Resume PPI not Found
EA	S3 Resume Boot Script Error
EB	S3 OS Wake Error
EC – EF	Reserved for future AMI error codes
F0	Recovery condition triggered by firmware (Auto recovery)
F1	Recovery condition triggered by user (Forced recovery)
F2	Recovery process started
F3	Recovery firmware image is found
F4	Recovery firmware image is loaded
F5 – F7	Reserved for future AMI progress codes
F8	Recovery PPI is not available
F9	Recovery capsule is not found
FA	Invalid recovery capsule
FB – FF	Reserved for future AMI error codes
60	DXE Core is started
61	NVRAM initialization
62	Installation of the PCH Runtime Services
63 – 67	CPU DXE initialization is started
68	PCI host bridge initialization
69	System Agent DXE initialization is started
6A	System Agent DXE SMM initialization is started
6B – 6F	System Agent DXE initialization (System Agent module specific)
70	PCH DXE initialization is started
71	PCH DXE SMM initialization is started
72	PCH devices initialization
73 – 77	PCH DXE Initialization (PCH module specific)
78	ACPI module initialization
79	CSM initialization
7A – 7F	Reserved for future AMI DXE codes

Code Description
90	Boot Device Selection (BDS) phase is started
91	Driver connecting is started
92	PCI Bus initialization is started
93	PCI Bus Hot Plug Controller Initialization
94	PCI Bus Enumeration
95	PCI Bus Request Resources
96	PCI Bus Assign Resources
97	Console Output devices connect
98	Console input devices connect
99	Super IO Initialization
9A	USB initialization is started
9B	USB Reset
9C	USB Detect
9D	USB Enable
9E – 9F	Reserved for future AMI codes
A0	IDE initialization is started
A1	IDE Reset
A2	IDE Detect
A3	IDE Enable
A4	SCSI initialization is started
A5	SCSI Reset
A6	SCSI Detect
A7	SCSI Enable
A8	Setup Verifying Password
A9	Start of Setup
AA	Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below)
AB	Setup Input Wait
AC	Reserved for ASL (see ASL Status Codes section below)
AD	Ready To Boot event
AE	Legacy Boot event
AF	Exit Boot Services event
B0	Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP Begin
B1	Runtime Set Virtual Address MAP End
B2	Legacy Option ROM Initialization
B3	System Reset

Code Description
B4	USB hot plug
B5	PCI bus hot plug
B6	Clean-up of NVRAM
B7	Configuration Reset (reset of NVRAM settings)
B8– BF	Reserved for future AMI codes
D0	CPU initialization error
D1	System Agent initialization error
D2	PCH initialization error
D3	Some of the Architectural Protocols are not available
D4	PCI resource allocation error. Out of Resources
D5	No Space for Legacy Option ROM
D6	No Console Output Devices are found
D7	No Console Input Devices are found
D8	Invalid password
D9	Error loading Boot Option (LoadImage returned error)
DA	Boot Option is failed (StartImage returned error)
DB	Flash update is failed
DC	Reset protocol is not available

ACPI/ASL Checkpoints (under OS)

Code Description
03	System is entering S3 sleep state
04	System is entering S4 sleep state
05	System is entering S5 sleep state
30	System is waking up from the S3 sleep state
40	System is waking up from the S4 sleep state
AC	System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in PIC mode.
AA	System has transitioned into ACPI mode. Interrupt controller is in APIC mode.

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