Chapter 2 Hardware Setup
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supplies to ensure stable operation of the mainboard.
Back Panel I/O
Mouse/Keyboard Port
The standard PS/2 mouse/keyboard DIN connector is for a PS/2
mouse/keyboard.
VGA Port
The DB15-pin female connector is provided for monitor.
DVI-D Port
The DVI-D (Digital Visual Interface-Digital) connector allows you to connect an
LCD monitor. It provides a high-speed digital interconnection between the
computer and its display device. To connect an LCD monitor, simply plug
your monitor cable into the DVI connector, and make sure that the other end
of the cable is properly connected to your monitor (refer to your monitor
manual for more information.)
DisplayPort
DisplayPort is a digital display interface standard. This connector is used to
connect a monitor with DisplayPort inputs.
USB 2.0 Port
The USB 2.0 port is for attaching USB devices such as keyboard, mouse, or
other USB-compatible devices. Supports data transfer rate up to 480Mbit/s
(Hi-Speed).
USB 3.0 Port
USB 3.0 port is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 devices. It supports data
transfer rate up to 5 Gbit/s (SuperSpeed).
RS-232/422/485 Serial Port Connector
The serial port is a 16550A high speed communications port that sends/
receives 16 bytes FIFOs. You can attach a serial mouse or other serial
devices directly to the connector.
