Internal Connectors - Asus F1A55-M/CSM User Manual

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Internal connectors

1. Power, CPU and chassis fan connectors (3-pin PWR_FAN, 4-pin CPU_FAN, and
4-pin CHA_FAN)
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.
F1A55-M
F1A55-M 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 2A (24 W) fan power.
• Only the CPU_FAN and CHA_FAN1 connectors support the ASUS Fan Xpert feature.
• If you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable to
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.
F1A55-M
F1A55-M TPM connector
The TPM module is purchased separately!
1-20
CPU_FAN
CHA_FAN1
PWR_FAN
the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 for better thermal environment.
PIN 1
GND
CHA FAN PWR
CHA FAN IN
CHA FAN PWM
GND
+12V
Rotation
TPM
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