ASUS TUF GAMING B550M-PLUS WIFI II AMD B550 Socket AM4 micro ATX

DURABLE. STABLE. RELIABLE.TUF Gaming B550M-Plus WIFI II distills essential elements of the latest AMD platform and combines them with game-ready features and proven durability. Engineered with military-grade components. an upgraded power solution and a comprehensive set of cooling options. this motherboard delivers rock-solid performance with unwavering gaming stability.When you build with a TUF Gaming motherboard. you also benefit from the TUF Gaming Alliance — an ASUS collaboration with trusted industry partners that ensures easier building. best compatibility. and complementary aesthetics from components to case.ROCK-SOLID PERFORMANCEWith upgraded power delivery and comprehensive cooling options to fuel the latest AMD Ryzen CPUs. plus support for faster memory and storage. TUF Gaming B550M-Plus WIFI II is the perfect foundation for your next high-core-count battle rig.Power DesignDrMOSThe onboard VRM of TUF Gaming B550M-Plus WIFI II utilizes 8+2 DrMOS power stages that combine high-side and low-side MOSFETs and driver into a single package. delivering the power and efficiency that AMD Ryzen™ 5000 Series/ 5000 G-Series/ 4000 G-Series/ 3000 Series Processors demand.Stack Cool 3+2-ounce copper layers draw heat away from critical components to keep them at their optimal operating temperatures and provide more headroom to push CPUs beyond stock speeds.ProCool SocketENHANCED 8-PIN CONNETOR- Extreme durability- Prevent hotspots and connector failureCompared with traditional power inputs. ProCool sockets are built to tight specifications to ensure flush contact with PSU power lines. The resulting lower impedance helps to prevent hotspots and connector failure.TUF COMPONENTSTUF CHOKESCertified military-grade TUF chokes deliver rock-steady power to the CPU. improving system stability.TUF CAPACITORSProprietary capacitors provide up to 20% greater temperature tolerance and 5X-longer lifespan.Digi+ VRMThe integrated DIGI+ VRM voltage-regulator module (VRM) is one of the finest in the industry. ensuring ultra-smooth and ultra-clean power delivery to the CPU at all times.EASY PC DIYTUF Gaming motherboards are designed to be easy to set up and configure just the way you want — even for first-time builders. The TUF Gaming Alliance ecosystem makes selecting compatible parts easy. while Armoury Crate software offers full control of system settings via a single dashboard. TUF Gaming motherboards give you everything you need to build your dream gaming rig without adding complexity.TUF PROTECTIONSafeSlotSafeSlot is the PCIe slot reinvented by ASUS and engineered to provide superior retention and shearing resistance. Manufactured via a new insert-molding process. SafeSlot integrates fortifying metal for an inherently stronger slot. which is then firmly anchored to the PCB through additional solder points.ESD guardsESD Guards prolong the life of components while preventing damage from electrostatic discharge. providing protection for up to +/- 10 kV of air discharge and +/- 6 kV of contact discharge — greatly surpassing the respective industry standards of +/- 6 kV and +/- 4 kV.KEYBOARDS AND MOUSE CONNECTORSAdditional on-circuit ESD transient-voltage-suppression.VGA PROTECTIONAdditional on-circuit ESD TVS diodes to protect VGA output functionality.USB CONNECTORSTVS diode for surface-mount and dual in-line package.TUF LANGuardTUF LANGuard is a military-grade innovation that integrates advanced signal-coupling technology and premium surface-mounted capacitors to improve throughput. protecting the motherboard from lightning strikes and static electricity.DRAM overvoltage protectionOnboard 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.Stainless-steel back I/O panelTUF Gaming motherboards have a corrosion-resistant stainless-steel back I/O panel bonded with chromium oxide to provide a 3X-longer lifespan versus traditional panels. With this protective feature. TUF Gaming motherboards passed 72-hour salt fog testing. while other brands only passed 24-hour testing.EASY CONFIGURATIONBIOS FlashBack™BIOS FlashBack™ is the simplest and safest (UEFI) BIOS update method. Simply drop the (UEFI) BIOS file onto a FAT32 formatted USB stick. plug it into the USB BIOS FlashBack™ port and press the button. Updates can even be performed without having memory or a CPU installed.Armoury CrateArmoury Crate is a new software utility designed to give you centralized control of supported gaming products. From a single intuitive interface. Armoury Crate lets you easily customize RGB lighting and effects for every compatible device in your arsenal and synchronize them with Aura Sync for unified system lighting effects. You can also turn on the Two-Way AI Noise Cancelation function for crystal-clear in-game voice communication. The software also provides control of settings for a select and growing number of products. including keyboard and mo