To install the front I/O board:

1.Place the I/O board in the bracket, component side up. Secure the front I/O board to the bracket with a screw.

2.Position the I/O board into the bay with the component side to the left (close to the HDDs). Connect the I/O cables to the connectors on the back of the I/O board.

Audio connector (black)

USB 2.0 connectors (blue)

1394 connector (red)

3.Insert the I/O board into the bay until the bracket fits the front edge of the bay.

4.Secure the I/O board bracket with a screw.

ASUS AP1720-E1 barebone server

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