5.IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_2)

This connector is for a IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.

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IE1394_2

PIN 1

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GND +12V -TPB1 GND -TPA1

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

GND

+12V

TPB1+ TPA1+

Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the motherboard!

You can connect the 1394 cable to ASUS Q-Connector (1394, red) first, and then install the Q-Connector (1394) to the 1394 connector onboard.

6.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 fan1/2/3 can work with the temperature sensors for a better cooling effect.

Ground

Temperature

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OPT_TEMP1 OPT_TEMP2

Temperature Ground

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OPT_TEMP3

Temperature

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Ground

Thermal sensor cable connectors

 

Remove the thermal sensor cable from the assigned device when you set the South Bridge Sensor Select item in BIOS to [SB Overheat Protection]. Refer to page 4-31 for details.

The thermal sensor cable is purchased separately.

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