Abit BE7, User Manual

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(15). Back Panel Connectors
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Mouse: PS/2 Mouse Connector
Attach a PS/2 mouse to this 6-pin Din-connector.
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Keyboard: PS/2 Keyboard Connector
Attach a PS/2 keyboard connector to this 6-pin Din-connector. If you use an AT keyboard, you can
go to a computer store to purchase an AT to ATX converter adapter. You can then connect your AT
keyboard to this connector. We suggest you use a PS/2 keyboard for best compatibility.
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Parallel Port Connector
This parallel port is also called an “LPT” port because it usually connects to the printer. You can
connect other devices that support this communication protocol, like an EPP/ECP scanner, etc.
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Serial Port COM1 & COM2 Connector
This motherboard provides two COM ports to connect external modem, mouse or other devices that
support this communication protocol.
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OPT1
This connector provides an S/PDIF out connection through optical fiber to digital multimedia
devices.
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AUDIO1
R.L./R.R. (Rear Left / Rear Right): Connects to the rear left and rear right channel in the 5.1
channel audio system.
Cen./Sub. (Center / Subwoofer): Connects to the center and subwoofer channel in the 5.1 channel
audio system.
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AUDIO2
Mic In:
Connects to the plug from external microphone.
Line In: Connects to the line out from external audio sources.
F.L./F.R. (Front Left / Front Right): Connects to the front left and front right channel in the
5.1-channel or regular 2-channel audio system.
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LAN Connector
You can connect your system to Local Area Network through this LAN connector.
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USB Port Connectors
This motherboard provides two on-board USB2.0 ports to attach USB devices such as scanner,
digital speakers, monitor, mouse, keyboard, hub, digital camera, joystick etc.
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