User`s manual

2- 2: Hardware Configuration
This chapter describes the motherboard layout and shows the location, function, and
configuration of key components, including sockets, slots, connectors and jumpers as well as the
external I/O ports. Before installing this motherboard read the following pages carefully for
location and function of these items.
Components
The motherboard provides sockets, slots, and connectors for the installation of the CPU, memory,
power supply, and PCI expansion cards.
Connectors
The motherboard’s connectors let you attach IDE and FDD drives, CPU fan/heatsink, IR module,
audio devices, and front panel features such as LEDs, speaker, and power switch.
Jumpers
The motherboard’s jumpers provide information to the operating system about installed options
and system settings.
External I/O Ports
The external Input/Output ports let you connect external devices.
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