Cpu And Chassis Fan Connectors; Tpm Connector; Internal Connectors - Asus M5A97 R2.0 User Manual

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Internal connectors

1. CPU and chassis fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN, and 4-pin CHA_FAN1/2/3)
Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the
black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.
M5A97 R2.0
M5A97 R2.0 Fan connectors
DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufficient air flow inside
the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT
place jumper caps on the fan connectors.
• The CPU_FAN connector supports a CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power.
• Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN1/2/3 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert
feature.
• If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable
to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1/2/3 for better thermal environment.
2. TPM connector (20-1 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.
M5A97 R2.0
M5A97 R2.0 TPM Connector
The TPM module is purchased separately!
M5A97 R2.0
CHA_FAN2 CPU_FAN CHA_FAN3
CHA_FAN1
GND
CHA FAN PWR
CHA FAN IN
CHA FAN PWM
TPM
PIN 1
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