11.Thermal sensor cable connectors (2-pin OPT_TEMP1/2/3)

These connectors are for temperature monitoring. Connect the thermal sensor cables to these connectors and place the other ends to the devices, which you want to monitor temperature. The optional fan1~3 can work with the temperature sensors for a better cooling effect.

OPT_TEMP2

STRIKER

OPT_TEMP1

 

STRIKER

Thermal sersor cable connectors

Temperature2

Temperature3 Ground

Ground

Ground

 

Temperature1

 

OPT_TEMP3

The Thermal sensor cables are purchased separately.

2.8.3Onboard switches

Onboard switches allow you to fine-tune performance when working on a bare or open-case system. This is ideal for overclockers and gamers who continually change settings to enhance system performance.

1.Clear CMOS switch

Press the clear CMOS switch to clear setup information when the system hangs due to overclocking.

 

STRIKER

 

STRIKER CMOS switch

 

To prevent accidental pressing of the Clear CMOS switch, the CLRTC jumper

 

default setting disables the switch. See page 2-21 for details.

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