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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation
Chapter 2
Graphics Interface
VGA Port
The VGA port is used for connecting a VGA monitor. Connect the monitor’s 15-pin D-shell cable
connector to the VGA port. After you plug the monitor’s cable connector into the VGA port,
gently tighten the cable screws to hold the connector in place.
DisplayPort
The DisplayPort is a digital display interface used to connect a display device such as a com-
puter monitor. It is used to transmit audio and video simultaneously. The interface, which is
developed by VESA, delivers higher performance features than any other digital interface.
HDMI Port
The HDMI port which carries both digital audio and video signals is used to connect a LCD
monitor or digital TV that has the HDMI port.
Driver Installation
Install the graphics driver. Refer to chapter 4 for more information.
The display ports consist of the following:
• 1 VGA (default) or DP++ (optional)
• 1 HDMI (default) or DP++ (optional)
VGA
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RJ45 LAN Ports
LAN 1
Features
LAN 2
LAN 2
LAN 1
• Two
Intel
®
I210IT PCI Express Gigabit Ethernet controllers or two Intel
®
I211AT PCI
Express Gigabit Ethernet controllers
The two LAN ports allow the system board to connect to a local area network by means of a
network hub.
BIOS Setting
Configure the onboard LAN ports in the Advanced menu (“ACPI Configuration” submenu) of
the BIOS. Refer to the chapter 3 for more information.
Driver Installation
Install the LAN drivers. Refer to the chapter 4 for more information.
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