Specifications

1. CPU, chassis, and power fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 3-pin CHA_FAN; 3-pin
PWR_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.
DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufcient air ow inside
the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! DO NOT
place jumper caps on the fan connectors.
1.10.2 Internal connectors
CPU_FAN
CHA_FAN
PWR_FAN
GND CPU FAN PWR CPU FAN IN CPU FAN PWM
M5A88-M EVO
M5A88-M EVO fan connectors
GND
+12V
Rotation
GND +12V Rotation
2. 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 module is purchased separately.
M5A88-M EVO
M5A88-M EVO Serial port (COM1) connector
PIN 1
COM1
ASUS M5A88-M EVO 1-27