Gigabyte H310M A 2.0 User Manual page 14

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5) LED_C (RGB LED Strip Header)
The header can be used to connect a standard 5050 RGB LED strip (12V/G/R/B), with maximum power
rating of 2A (12V) and maximum length of 2m.
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6) M2M (M.2 Socket 3 Connector)
The M.2 connector supports M.2 SATA SSDs or M.2 PCIe SSDs.
Follow the steps below to correctly install an M.2 SSD in the M.2 connector.
Step 1:
Use a screw driver to unfasten the screw and standoff from the motherboard. Locate the proper mounting
hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed and then screw the standoff first.
Step 2:
Slide the M.2 SSD into the connector at an angle.
Step 3:
Press the M.2 SSD down and then secure it with the screw.
Installation Notices for the M.2 and SATA Connectors:
Due to the limited number of lanes provided by the Chipset, the availability of the SATA connectors may
be affected by the type of device installed in the M2M connector. The M2M connector shares bandwidth
with the SATA3 3 connector. Refer to the following table for details.
Type of
M.2 SSD
M.2 SATA SSD
M.2 PCIe SSD
No M.2 SSD Installed
F
Pin No. Definition
1
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Connect your RGB LED strip to the header. The power pin (marked with a
RGB
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LED Strip
triangle on the plug) of the LED strip must be connected to Pin 1 (12V) of
this header. Incorrect connection may lead to the damage of the LED strip.
1
12V
For how to turn on/off the lights of the LED strip please visit the "Unique Features" webpage of
GIGABYTE's website.
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Before installing the devices, be sure to turn off the devices and your computer. Unplug the power
cord from the power outlet to prevent damage to the devices.
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Select the proper hole for the M.2 SSD to be installed and refasten the screw and standoff.
Connector
SATA3 0
a
a
a
a: Available, r: Not available
1 12V
2 G
3 R
4 B
SATA3 1 SATA3 2 SATA3 3
a a r
a a a
a a a
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