Front Panel Audio Connector (10-1 Pin Aafp); Serial Port Connector (10-1 Pin Com1) - Asus M4A78 PRO - Motherboard - ATX User Manual

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Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin AAFP)

This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports
either High Definition Audio or AC`97 audio standard. Connect one end of the front
panel audio I/O module cable to this connector.
• We recommend that you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this
connector to avail of the motherboard high-definition audio capability.
• If you want to connect a high-definition front panel audio module to this connector,
ensure that the Front Panel Select item in the BIOS is set to [HD]. If you want to
connect an AC'97 front panel audio module to this connector, set the item to [AC97].
See page 2-20 for details.
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Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)

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.
The serial port bracket (COM1) is purchased separately.
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