ASUS PRIME B550M-A WIFI II AMD B550 Socket AM4 micro ATX

ASUS Prime series is expertly engineered to unleash the full potential of 5000 Series/ 5000 G-Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series AMD Ryzen platform. Boasting a robust power design comprehensive cooling solutions and intelligent tuning options Prime B550 series motherboards provide daily users and DIY PC builders a range of performance tuning options via intuitive software and firmware features.N/AN/ATune It Your WayN/AComprehensive controls form the foundation of the ASUS Prime series. The Prime B550 motherboard packs flexible tools to tune every aspect of your system enabling you to tweak performance settings to perfectly match the way you work maximizing your productivity.N/AN/AUEFI BIOSN/AThe renowned ASUS UEFI BIOS provides everything you need to configure tweak and tune your system. It offers intelligently simplified options for PC DIY beginners as well as comprehensive features for seasoned veterans.N/AN/AAdvanced Tuning for Serious TweakersN/AAn intuitive Advanced mode offered via the UEFI lets you take complete control. A built-in search feature makes it easy to find options and various Advanced functions let you intelligently make nuanced adjustments so you can dial in performance just the way you want.N/AN/AQuick and Simple SetupN/AEZ mode displays vital settings and stats and also offers guided wizards drag-and-drop functionality and one-click application of important settings all to help you get your rig up and running in no time.N/A N/AIntuitive Graphical Fan ControlN/AFine-tune individual fan settings simply by dragging a curve with the mouse.N/AN/AEZ XMPN/AImprove DRAM performance with one click.N/AN/AAura On/Off mode (Stealth)N/AEasily enable or disable Aura RGB lighting or every onboard LED for a subdued aesthetic touch.N/AN/ACool to the CoreN/APrime B550 series is engineered with multiple onboard heatsinks and an array of hybrid fan headers to ensure your rig stays cool and stable under intense workloads.N/AN/AVRM Heatsink and Thermal PadsN/AA VRM heatsink with underneath thermal pad improves heat transfer from the MOSFETs and chokes for better cooling performance.N/AN/ACooler by DesignN/APrime B550 series features comprehensive cooling controls that are configurable via Fan Xpert 2+ software or via the UEFI BIOS.N/AN/AEach header can dynamically reference three thermal sensors. Fan Xpert 2+ allows you to map the temperature of supported ASUS graphics cards to optimize cooling for GPU- and CPU-intensive tasks.N/AN/AA dedicated integrated circuit protects each fan header from overheating and overcurrent.N/AN/AEach onboard chassis fan header supports PWM and DC mode.N/AN/ABuild on a Solid FoundationN/APrime B550 motherboard provides all the fundamentals to boost daily productivity so your system will be ready for action with stable power intuitive cooling and flexible transfer options.N/AN/APCIe 4.0 M.2N/A(up to 64 Gbps)N/AAchieve speed with onboard M.2N/APCIe 4.0 M.2 Slot supports up to 22110 and provide NVMe SSD RAID support for an incredible performance boost. Create a RAID configuration with up to PCIe 4.0 storage device to enjoy the fastest data-transfer speeds on AMD Ryzen 5000 Series/ 3000 Series Processors.N/AN/AWi-Fi 6N/AWi-Fi 6 module is compatible with the 802.11ax standard and pushes theoretical peak bandwidth up to an incredible 2.4 Gbps. Perhaps more importantly for power users it’s optimized for more efficient operation on crowded networks with a lot of competing traffic. Pair your motherboard with ASUS WiFi 6 routers to fully experience the networking potential of WiFi 6.N/AN/AUSB 3.2 Gen 2N/AType-AN/ANumerous USB ports support high-end rigs loaded with peripherals including two rear-panel USB Type-A connectors with fast USB 3.2 Gen 2 connectivity for compatible cases.N/AN/ALittle Things Make a Big DifferenceN/APrime B550 series adds the nuanced details that improve every experience from exclusive codecs that provide pristine audio quality to intuitive RGB lighting controls that let you customize your system to create a uniquely personal look.N/AN/AOutstanding AudioN/ACombined onboard features deliver elevated audioN/AIntelligent design and premium hardware create audio quality unlike anything you’ve ever experienced.N/AN/AAura SyncN/AOutshine the CompetitionN/AA well-tuned enthusiast system deserves a matching aesthetic. ASUS Aura offers full RGB lighting control with a variety of functional presets for RGB LED strips connected to the onboard RGB headers. And it can all be synced with an ever-growing portfolio of Aura-capable hardware.N/AN/AAddressable Gen 2 HeaderN/AThe addressable Gen 2 header is now capable of detecting the number of LEDs on second-gen addressable RGB devices allowing the software to automatically tailor lighting effects to specific devices. The new header also offers backward-compatibility with existing Aura RGB gear.N/AN/AArmoury CrateN/AArmoury Crate is a new software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported products. From a single intuitive interface Armoury Crate allows you to easily customize RGB lighting and effects for every compatible device in your arsenal. The software also provides control of settings for ASUS products including keyboard and mouse preferences. Armoury Crate even features dedicated product registration and highlight to help you stay in touch with the ASUS community.N/AN/ASafeSlot CoreN/AFortified PCIe slot prevents damageN/ASafeSlot Core is the ASUS-exclusive PCIe slot. Featuring a fortified design that’s anchored to the motherboard by a special hook SafeSlot Core provides 1.6x stronger retention and 1.3x greater shearing resistance than standard expansion slots.N/AN/AOvervoltage ProtectionN/AWorld-class circuit-protecting power designN/AAn exclusive circuit design with built-in voltage regulators to protect your motherboard from damage caused by unexpected high-level voltages from unstable or inferior power supplies.N/AN/ADRAM Overcurrent ProtectionN/AShort-circuit damage preventionN/AOnboard resettable fuses prevent overcurrent and short-circuit damage. This extends beyond I/O ports to DRAM to safeguard the lifespan of your system and connected devices.N/AN/AStainless-Steel Back I/ON/A3X corrosion-resistance for greater durabilityN/ACorrosion-resistant stainless-steel back I/O panels bonded with chromium oxide have a lifespan that’s three times longer than ordinary panels.N/AN/ALANGuardN/APumped-up throughput 2.5X higher surge toleranceN/AASUS LANGuard is a hardware-level network protection feature that integrates advanced signal-coupling technology and premium anti-EMI surface-mounted capacitors to improve throughput and ensure a more reliable connection.