12.Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT) (on audio models only)

This connector is for a S/PDIF audio module that allows digital instead of analog sound output. Connect one end of the audio cable to the S/PDIF Out connector on the motherboard, and the other end to the S/PDIF module.

The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.

SPDIF1

+5V

SPDIFOUT GND

P4PE BP

P4PE BP Digital Audio Connector

13.Front panel audio connector (10-1 pin FP_AUDIO1) (on audio models only)

This is an interface for the Intel front panel audio cable that allow convenient connection and control of audio devices.

By default, the pins labeled LINE_OUT_R/BLINE_OUT_R and the pins

LINE_OUT_L/BLINE_OUT_L are shorted with jumper caps. Remove the caps only when you are connecting the front panel audio cable.

AGND

+5VA

BLINE OUT R

BLINE OUT L

P4PE BP

 

 

 

FP_AUDIO1

 

 

 

MIC2

MICPWR

Line out R

NC Line out L

P4PE BP Front Panel Audio Connector

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