3.USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12)

This connector allows you to connect a USB 3.0 module for additional USB 3.0 front or rear panel ports. With an installed USB 3.0 module, you can enjoy all the benefits of

USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 4.8Gbps, faster charging time for

USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efficiency, and backward compatibility with

USB 2.0.

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USB3_12

PIN 1

USB3+5V

USB3+5V IntA_P1_SSRX-

IntA_P2_SSRX- IntA_P1_SSRX+

IntA_P2_SSRX+ GND

GND IntA_P1_SSTX-

IntA_P2_SSTX- IntA_P1_SSTX+

IntA_P2_SSTX+ GND

GND IntA_P1_D-

IntA_P2_D- IntA_P1_D+

IntA_P2_D+ GND

Z97I-PLUS USB3.0 connector

• The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately.

• These connectors are based on xHCI specification. We recommend you to install the related driver to fully use the USB 3.0 ports under Windows® 7.

•The plugged USB 3.0 device may run on xHCI or EHCI mode depending on the operating system’s setting.

•These USB 3.0 ports only support Turbo Mode when using USB 3.0 Boost feature.

4.USB 2.0 connector (10-1 pin USB1112)

This connector is for USB 2.0 ports. Connect the USB module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis. This

USB connector complies with USB 2.0 specification that supports up to 480 Mbps connection speed.

PLUS-Z97I

USBUSBNC USB+5VP11__GND -P11+

USB1112

PIN 1

USB+5V-P12+GND

P12_USB_USB

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Z97I-PLUS USB2.0 connector

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

The USB 2.0 module is purchased separately.

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