ASUSTeK COMPUTER MAXIMUS X HERO, User Manual

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ROG MAXIMUS X HERO (WI-FI AC)
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Chapter 1
3. USB 3.1 Gen 1 connector (20-1 pin U31G1_12)
This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.1 Gen 1 module for additional USB
3.1 Gen 1 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.1 Gen 1 module, you can
enjoy all the benefits of USB 3.1 Gen 1 including faster data transfer speeds of up to
5 Gbps, faster charging time for USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency,
and backward compatibility with USB 2.0.
The USB 3.1 Gen 1 module is purchased separately.
2. USB 3.1 Gen 2 front panel connector (U31G2_E3)
This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.1 Gen 2 module for additional USB 3.1
Gen 2 ports. The latest USB 3.1 Gen 2 connectivity provides data transfer speeds of
up to 10 Gbps. The next-generation standard is completely backward-compatible with
your existing USB devices.
The plugged USB 3.1 gen 1 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the
operating system’s setting.