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2.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 5Gbps, faster charging time for

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

USB 2.0.

 

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-

Z97M-PLUS

IntA_P2_SSTX-

IntA_P1_SSTX+

 

IntA_P2_SSTX+

GND

 

GND

IntA_P1_D-

 

IntA_P2_D-

IntA_P1_D+

 

IntA_P2_D+

GND

Z97M-PLUS USB3.0 Front panel 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.

3.Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM)

This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.

COM

 

 

RXD DTR DSR CTS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PIN 1

DCD TXD GND RTS RI

 

 

Z97M-PLUS

Z97M-PLUS Serial port (COM) connector

The COM module is purchased separately.

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