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Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction 1
1.1 Package Contents 1
1.2 Specications 2
1.3 Motherboard Layout 7
1.4 I/O Panel 9
1.5 Graphics Card Holder 11
Chapter 2 Installation 12
2.1 Installing the CPU 13
2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink 15
2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM) 23
2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots) 26
2.5 Jumpers Setup 28
2.6 Onboard Headers and Connectors 29
2.7 Post Status Checker 35
2.8 CrossFireXTM and Quad CrossFireXTM Operation Guide 36
2.8.1 Installing Two CrossFireXTM-Ready Graphics Cards 36
3.2.2 Using ASRock Motherboard Utility (Phantom Gaming Tuning) 49
3.3 ASRock Live Update & APP Shop 52
3.3.1 UI Overview 52
3.3.2 Apps 53
3.3.3 BIOS & Drivers 56
3.3.4 Setting 57
3.4 Nahimic Audio 58
3.5 ASRock Polychrome SYNC 59
Chapter 4 UEFI SETUP UTILITY 62
4.1 Introduction 62
4.1.1 UEFI Menu Bar 62
4.1.2 Navigation Keys 63
4.2 Main Screen 64
4.3 OC Tweaker Screen 65
4.4 Advanced Screen 69
4.4.1 CPU Conguration 70
4.4.2 PCI Conguration 71
4.4.3 Onboard Devices Conguration 72
4.4.4 Storage Conguration 74
4.4.5 ACPI Conguration 75
4.4.6 Trusted Computing 76
4.4.7 AMD PBS 77
4.4.8 AMD Overclocking 78
4.4.9 AMD CBS 79
4.5 Tools 80
4.6 Hardware Health Event Monitoring Screen 81
4.7 Security Screen 84
4.8 Boot Screen 85
4.9 Exit Screen 87
B550 PG Riptide
Chapter 1 Introduction
ank you for purchasing ASRock B550 PG Riptide motherboard, a reliable
motherboard produced under ASRock’s consistently stringent quality control.
It delivers excellent performance with robust design conforming to ASRock’s
commitment to quality and endurance.
In this documentation, Chapter 1 and 2 contains the introduction of the
motherboard and step-by-step installation guides. Chapter 3 contains the operation
guide of the soware and utilities. Chapter 4 contains the conguration guide of
the BIOS setup.
Becau se the motherboard specications and the BIOS soware might be updated, the
content of this documentation will be subject to change without notice. In case any modications of this documentation occur, the updated version will be available on ASRock’s
website w ithout further notice. If you require technical support related to this motherboard, please visit our website for specic information about the model you are using. You
may nd the l atest VGA cards and CPU suppor t list on ASRock’s website a s well. ASRock
website http://www.asrock.com.
1.1 Package Contents
ASRock B550 PG Riptide Motherboard (ATX Form Factor)
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ASRock B550 PG Riptide Quick Installation Guide
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ASRock B550 PG Riptide Support CD
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1 x I/O Panel Shield
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2 x Serial ATA (SATA) Data Cables (Optional)
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1 x Graphics Card Holder (Optional)
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3 x Screws for M.2 Sockets (Optional)
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1 x Stando for M.2 Socket (Optional)
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1.2 Specications
Platform
CPU
Chipset
Memory
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* Not compatible with AMD AthlonTM Processors.
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* Please refer to Memory Support List on ASRock’s website for
Please realiz e that the re is a certain r isk involved with o verclocking, including adjusting
the setting in the BIOS, applying Untied Overclocking Technolog y, or using third-party
overclocking to ols. O verclocking may aect your system’s stability, or even c ause damage to
the components and devices of your system. It should be don e at your ow n risk and expense.
We are not responsibl e for possible damage caused by overclo cking.
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DDR 4_A2 (6 4 bit, 288 -pin mo dule)
DDR 4_A1 (6 4 bit, 288 -pin mo dule)
DDR 4_B2 (6 4 bit, 288 -pin mo dule)
DDR 4_B1 (6 4 bit, 288 -pin mo dule)
ATXP WR 1
PCIE1
HDLED RESET
PLED PWRBTN
PANEL1
1
1
SPK_PLED1
1
HD_AUDIO1
USB_7_8
1
1
CMOS
Battery
CPU_FAN1
USB 3.2 Gen2
T: USB31_TA_1
B: USB31_TC_1
CHA_FAN3
/WP
RoHS
ATX12V1
AMD
B550
SOCKETAM4
CHA_FAN2
/WP
ADDR_LED1
1
M2_1
SPI_TPM_J1
RGB_LED2
RGB_LED1
1
1
ADDR_LED2
1
USB31_TC_2
1
USB3_9 _10
ATX12V2
USB 2.0
T: USB_1
B: USB_2
PCIE4
PCIE2
M2_3
M2_2
CHA_FAN1
/WP
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CHA_FAN4
/WP
CPU_FAN2
/WP
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CHA_FAN5
/WP
SATA3_2
SATA3_1
SATA3_4
SATA3_3
SATA3_6
SATA3_5
USB 3_7_ 8
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CPU
DRAM
VGA
BOOT
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TB1
1
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CLRCMOS1
1
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USB_5_6
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USB_3_4
1
242526
HD MI1
USB 3.2 Gen1
T: USB1
B: USB2
Top:
Central/Bass
Center :
REAR SPK
Top:
LINE IN
Center :
FRONT
Bottom :
Optica l
SPDIF
Bottom :
MIC IN
USB 3.2 Gen1
T: USB3_5
B: USB3_6
Top:
RJ-45
USB 3.2 Ge n1
T: USB_3
B: USB_4
PS2
Keybo ard
/Mous e
PCIE3
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1.3 Motherboard Layout
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No. Description
18 pin 12V Power Connector (ATX12V1)
24 pin 12V Power Connector (ATX12V2)
32 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A1, DDR4_B1)
4CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN1)
5Chassis / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN4/WP)
62 x 288-pin DDR4 DIMM Slots (DDR4_A2, DDR4_B2)
7Chassis / Waterpump Fan Connector (CHA_FAN5/WP)
8Addressable LED Header (ADDR_LED2)
9RGB LED Header (RGB_LED2)
10 ATX Power Connector (ATXPWR1)
11 USB 3.2 Gen1 Header (USB3_9_10)
12 Front Panel Type C USB 3.2 Gen2 Header (USB31_TC_2)
** If you use a 2- channel speaker, plea se connect the speake r’s plug into “Front Spea ker Jack”. See the table below
for connection d etails in accordance w ith the type of speaker you use.
Audio Output
Channels
Front Speaker
(No. 6)
Rear Speaker
(No. 4)
Central / Bass
(No. 3)
2V------
4VV----
6VVV--
8VVVV
***USB3_56 are the Lig htning Gaming Ports.
Line In
(No. 5)
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1.5 Graphics Card Holder
Installing the Graphics Card Holder
Before installing the Graphic s Card Holder , please make sure that your motherboard is
properly installed into a PC case.
Step 1
Secure the Graphics Card Holder to the chassis
with 2 screws.
*ere are two types of screws in the package.
Please use the appropriate type based on the
Type ATy pe B
standos on the motherboard tray of your PC
case.
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Step 2
Aer installing your graphics card, place the
bracket in the proper position to make sure that
it holds your graphics card in place.
en secure the bracket to the Graphics Card
Holder with 1 screw.
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Chapter 2 Installation
is is an ATX form factor motherboard. Before you install the motherboard, study
the conguration of your chassis to ensure that the motherboard ts into it.
Pre-installation Precautions
Take note of the following precautions before you install motherboard components
or change any motherboard settings.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the motherboard.
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Failure to do so may cause physical injuries to you and damages to motherboard
components.
In order to avoid damage from static electricity to the motherboard’s components,
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NEVER place your motherboard directly on a carpet. Also remember to use a grounded
wrist strap or touch a safety grounded object before you handle the components.
Hold components by the edges and do not touch the ICs.
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Whenever you uninstall any components, place them on a grounded anti-static pad or
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in the bag that comes with the components.
When placing screws to secure the motherboard to the chassis, please do not over-
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tighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.
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2.1 Installing the CPU
Unplug all power cables be fore installing the CPU.
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2.2 Installing the CPU Fan and Heatsink
Aer you install the CPU into this motherboard, it is necessary to install a larger
heatsink and cooling fan to dissipate heat. You also need to spray thermal grease
between the CPU and the heatsink to improve heat dissipation. Ma ke sure that the
CPU and the heatsink are securely fastened and in good contact with each other.
Please turn o the power or remove th e power cord before changing a CPU or heatsink.
Installing the CPU Box Cooler SR1
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Installing the AM4 Box Cooler SR2
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*e diagrams shown here are for reference only. e headers might be in a dierent position on
your motherboard.
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Installing the AM4 Box Cooler SR3
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FAN1
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*e diagrams shown here are for reference only. e headers might be in a dierent position
on your motherboard.
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2.3 Installing Memory Modules (DIMM)
is motherboard provides four 288-pin DDR4 (Double Data Rate 4) DIMM slots,
and supports Dual Channel Memory Technology.
1. For dual channel cong uration , you always need to in stall identical (the same
brand, speed , size and chip-type) DDR4 DIMM pairs.
2. It is unable to activate Du al Channel Memory Technology with only one or three
memory module installed.
3. It is not allowed to install a DDR, DDR2 or DDR3 memory module into a DDR4
slot; otherwise, this motherboard and DIMM may be damaged.
4. We suggest that you install the memory modules on DDR4_A 2 and DDR4_B2 rst
for better DRAM compatibility on 2 DIMM s conguration.
AMD non-XMP Memory Frequency Support
Ryzen Series CPUs (Vermeer):
UDIMM Memory Slot
A1A2B1B2
-SR--3200
-DR--3200
-SR-SR3200
-DR-DR3200
SRSRSRSR2933
SR/DRDRSR/DRDR2667
SR/DRSR/DRSR/DRSR/DR2667
Frequency
Ryzen Series CPUs (Matisse):
UDIMM Memory Slot
A1A2B1B2
-SR--3200
-DR--3200
-SR-SR3200
-DR-DR3200
SRSRSRSR2933
SR/DRDRSR/DRDR2667
SR/DRSR/DRSR/DRSR/DR2667
Frequency
(Mhz)
(Mhz)
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