11.Infrared connector (10-pin IR1)

These connectors support an optional wireless transmitting and receiving infrared module. The module mounts to a small opening on the system chassis that supports this feature. You must also configure the UART2 Use As parameter in BIOS to set UART2 for use with IR. Use the ten pins as shown in Back View and connect a ribbon cable from the module to the motherboard IR connector according to the pin definitions.

P4BP-MX

+5V

 

IRRX

GND

IRTX

 

 

 

 

SIR

 

 

 

 

CIR

IRAX

GND

 

CIRRX

CIR+5V

Standard Infrared (SIR)

Front View Back View

IRTX +5V

GND (NC)

IRRX

P4BP-MX Infrared Module Connector

The IR module is purchased separately.

12.Serial connector (9-pin COM2 )

This 9-pin connector connects to a COM2 bracket. Connect the COM2 cable to this connector and install the bracket on an available slot in the rear panel of the chassis.

COM2

PIN 1

P4BP-MX

P4BP-MX Serial COM2 Bracket

The COM2 bracket is purchased separately.

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