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Chapter 1: Product introduction
USB 2.0 connectors (10-1 pin USB78, USB910)
Connect the USB module cable to any of these connectors, then install the module
to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. These USB connectors comply
with USB 2.0 specifications and supports up to 480Mbps connection speed.
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.
LPT connector (26-1 pin LPT)
The LPT (Line Printing Terminal) connector supports devices such as a printer.
LPT standardizes as IEEE 1284, which is the parallel port interface on IBM PC-
compatible computers.
Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM)
Connect the serial port module cable to these connectors, then install the module
to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
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].
PCI slot
The PCI slot supports cards such as a LAN card, SCSI card, USB card, and other
cards that comply with PCI specifications.
Mono out header (2-pin MONO_OUT)
This internal mono out header allows connection to an internal, low power speaker
for basic system sound capability. The subsystem is capable of driving a speaker
load of 4 Ohms at 2 Watts (rms).
You must use this header with an amplified speaker.
PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x1 slots
This motherboard supports two PCI Express x1 network cards, SCSI cards, and
other cards that comply with the PCI Express specifications.
PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot
This motherboard has a PCI Express 3.0/2.0 x16 slot that supports PCI Express
3.0/2.0 x16 graphic cards complying with the PCI Express specifications.
