BIOS is motherboard's low-level software for CPU and hardware interaction. Updates fix bugs, add support and improve performance. Updates may wipe custom settings like overclocking voltages
Supports AMD Ryzen 5000/4000/3000 series processors. Features dual channel DDR4 memory support. Includes PCIe 3.0 x4 M.2 with NVMe and SATA modes. Offers GbE LAN with bandwidth management. Provides 8-channel HD audio with high-quality capacitors
Supports AMD Ryzen 7000/8000/9000 series processors. Features 5+2+2 phases digital VRM design. Includes PCIe 4.0 x4 M.2 connector. Offers 4x USB 2.0, 2x USB 3.2 Gen1, and 4x SATA 6Gb/s ports
RAM slots are long channels located near CPU with clasps for RAM modules. Desktop motherboards typically have 4 slots, some up to 8 or 32 total. Modern motherboards support 8GB to 32GB RAM per slot
Red light indicates internal hardware issues or incorrect connections. Computer won't boot or display content when red light appears. Older boards may have single unlabeled red LED
Package includes motherboard, documentation, cables, and accessories. CPU installation requires heatsink and proper thermal paste application. Memory modules must be same type, number, and density for stability. PCIe slots support up to 16x16 and 1x1 expansion cards