16.Digital audio connector (6-1 pin SPDIF1) (on audio models only)

This connector is for the bundled S/PDIF audio module that allows digital instead of analog sound output. Connect one end of the audio cable to the S/PDIF In/Out connector on the motherboard, and the other end to the S/PDIF module.

SPDIF1

SPDIF_IN GND

A7V8X

+5V

SPDIF_OUTGND

1

A7V8X Digital Audio Connector

17.Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO1) (on audio models only)

This is an interface for the Intel front panel audio cable that allow convenient connection and control of audio devices.

Make sure to remove the caps from the Line out_R, BLINE_OUT_R, Line out_L and BLINE_OUT_L jumpers if you installed the Intel front panel audio cable.

FP_AUDIO1

MIC2 AGND

MICPWR +5VA

Line out_R BLINE_OUT_R

NC

A7V8X

Line out_L

BLINE_OUT_L

A7V8X Front Panel Audio Connector

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