11)F_AUDIO (Front Panel Audio Header)

The front panel audio header supports Intel High Definition audio (HD) and AC'97 audio. You may connect your chassis front panel audio module to this header. Make sure the wire assignments of the module connector match the pin assignments of the motherboard header. Incorrect connection between the module connector and the motherboard header will make the device unable to work or even damage it.

 

 

For HD Front Panel Audio:

For AC'97 Front Panel Audio:

2

10

Pin No.

Definition

 

 

Pin No.

Definition

 

1

MIC2_L

 

1

MIC

 

 

 

 

 

1

9

2

GND

 

 

2

GND

 

3

MIC2_R

 

3

MIC Power

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

-ACZ_DET

 

 

4

NC

 

 

 

5

LINE2_R

 

 

5

Line Out (R)

 

 

 

6

FAUDIO_JD

 

 

6

NC

 

 

 

7

GND

 

 

7

NC

 

 

 

8

No Pin

 

 

8

No Pin

 

 

 

9

LINE2_L

 

 

9

Line Out (L)

 

 

 

10

FAUDIO_JD

 

 

10

NC

 

The front panel audio header supports HD audio by default. If your chassis provides an

AC'97 front panel audio module, refer to the instructions on how to activate AC'97 functioninality via the audio software in Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1-Channel Audio."

Audio signals will be present on both of the front and back panel audio connections simultaneously. If you want to mute the back panel audio (only supported when using an HD front panel audio module), refer to Chapter 5, "Configuring 2/4/5.1-Channel Audio."

Some chassis provide a front panel audio module that has separated connectors on each wire instead of a single plug. For information about connecting the front panel audio module that has different wire assignments, please contact the chassis manufacturer.

12)CD_IN (CD In Connector)

You may connect the audio cable that came with your optical drive to the header.

 

1

 

Pin No.

Definition

 

 

1

CD-L

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2

GND

 

 

 

 

 

 

3

GND

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

4

CD-R

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Intel GA-G31M-S2C, GA-G31M-S2L user manual Faudio Front Panel Audio Header, Cdin CD In Connector

GA-G31M-S2C, GA-G31M-S2L specifications

The Intel GA-G31M-S2L and GA-G31M-S2C are motherboards that represent a blend of innovation and reliability in the realm of computing. Designed by Gigabyte, these motherboards cater predominantly to budget-conscious consumers, gamers, and professionals seeking a stable platform for their computing needs. Powered by the Intel G31 chipset, these models support Intel's LGA 775 socket processors, which include the Pentium and Core 2 Duo series, making them versatile options for various applications.

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