2.8Connecting the cables

The chassis includes power and signal cables that you need to connect to the motherboard and to the devices that you will install.

Most of the cables for the chassis kit are already connected upon shipment. When installing system devices and connecting cables, make sure that all cables are routed properly for better system stability and performance. Refer to the picture below when arranging cables.

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Standard cables connected to the motherboard

1.

Chassis fan

6.

Tertiary IDE

2.

8-pin 12V AUX power

7.

Floppy disk drive

3.

24-pin ATX power

8.

20-pin system panel

4.

Primary IDE

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Front USB connector

5.Secondary IDE

Refer to the motheboard user guide for detailed information on the connectors.

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