Chapter 2

Hardware Installation

REAR PANEL I/O PORTS

This is an illustration of the Mainboard rear I/O port array

PS/2 Mouse Connector (6-pin Female)

The system will direct IRQ12 to the PS/2 mouse if one is detected. If no mouse is detected, IRQ12 will be free for expansion cards to use.

PS/2 Keyboard Connector (6-pin Female)

This connection is for standard keyboards using a PS/2 (mini DIN) plug. This connector will not accept standard AT size (large DIN) keyboard plugs. You may need a DIN to mini DIN adapter for standard AT keyboards.

Universal Serial Bus Ports (4-pin Female)

Two (2) onboard external USB 2.0 ports and two (2) onboard external USB 1.1 ports are available for connecting USB devices. Refer to USB 2.0 Ports & Header for more information.

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3Com DK8X PS/2 Mouse Connector 6-pin Female, PS/2 Keyboard Connector 6-pin Female, Universal Serial Bus Ports 4-pin Female