5.
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.
H87-PRO Front panel audio connector
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6.
Serial port connectors (10-1 pin COM)
The connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to the
connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
H87-PRO Serial port (COM) connector
The serial port bracket (COM) is purchased separately.
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AAFP
PIN 1
HD-audio-compliant
pin definition
compliant definition
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.
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]; 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].
PIN 1
Legacy AC'97
COM
Chapter 1: Product introduction