Abit SG-71 User Manual page 47

Installing the Motherboard
Figure 3-8 shows the SG-71 back panel connectors. These connectors are used for connecting outside
devices to the motherboard. We will describe which devices will attach to these connectors below.
(14). PS/2 Keyboard Connector
(15). PS/2 Mouse Connector
Attach a PS/2 mouse to this 6-pin Din-connector.
(16). Serial Port COM1 Port Connector
This motherboard provides one COM ports, you can connect an external modem, mouse or other devices
that support this communication protocol to these connectors.
You can decide which external devices you want to connect to COM1. One COM port can only have one
device connected at a time.
(17). VGA Port VGA1 Connector
This motherboard had built-in the high performance 256-bit 3D engine and 2D accelerator, so you don't
need to buy another AGP grapgic accelerator. This DIN 15 pin Female connector is for a VGA output
signal to the monitor or LCD display. You can connect the plug from the monitor to this connector. If you
don't move your system often, we suggest you fasten the two screws from the plug with this connector. It
will assure the quality of your display.
(18). Parallel Port Connector
This parallel port is also called an "LPT" port, because it usually connects to the printer. You can connect
other devices that support this communication protocol, like an EPP/ECP scanner, etc.
Figure 3-8. SG-71 back panel connectors
Attach a PS/2 keyboard connector to this 6-pin Din-connector.
If you use an AT keyboard, you can go to a computer store to
purchase an AT to ATX converter adapter, then you can
connect your AT keyboard to this connector. We suggest you
use a PS/2 keyboard for best compatibility.
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