Acorp 4865PE, Manual

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Chapter 1 Motherboard 4865PE
1.7.1.3 Serial Interface Port: COM1/COM2
The serial interface port is sometimes referred to as an RS-
232 port or an asynchronous communication port. Mice,
printers, modems and other peripheral devices can be
connected to a serial port. The serial port can also be used
to connect computer systems together . If you like to transfer
the contents of your hard disk to another system, it can be
accomplished with serial port.
1.7.1.4 Parallel Interface Port
Unlike serial ports, parallel interface ports have been
standardized. Sometimes called a Centronics port, the parallel
port is almost exclusively used with printers. The parallel port
on your system is a 25-pin, DB 25 connector.
1.7.1.5 Audio Port Connectors
Speaker out is a connector for Speakers or Headphones. Line-
in is used for external CD player, Tape player, or other audio
devices. Mic is a connector for the microphones.
RJ45: LAN Connector
One RJ45 connector is on Back Panel for networking connection
and also provides support for Wake On LAN function.
COM1/2: Serial
Connector
Transmission LED
(Green)
Connection LED
(Yellow)
1.7.1.6 LAN Connector (optional): RJ45