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Chapter 1: Product introduction
TPM connector (14-1 pin TPM)
This connector supports a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) system, which can
securely store keys, digital certificates, passwords and data. A TPM system also
helps enhance network security, protects digital identities, and ensures platform
integrity.
Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)
This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports
either HD Audio or legacy AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front
panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.
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We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this
connector to avail of the motherboard’s high-definition audio capability.
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If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector,
set the Front Panel Type item in the BIOS setup to [HD Audio]. If you want to
connect an AC’97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to
[AC97]. By default, this connector is set to [HD Audio].
When using PCI cards on shared slots, ensure that the drivers support “Share IRQ” or that
the cards do not need IRQ assignments. Otherwise, conflicts will arise between the two PCI
groups, making the system unstable and the card inoperable.
IRQ assignments for this motherboard
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
LAN
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shared
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PCIE x16
shared
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PCIE x1_1
shared
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PCIE x1_2
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shared
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Intel PCH SATA
Controller
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shared
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HD Audio
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shared
USB2.0_1
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shared
USB2.0_2
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shared
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USB3.0
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shared
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