Asus M5A88-V EVO - Manual (Page 46)

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4. IEEE 1394a port connector (10-1 pin IE1394_1)
This connector is for an IEEE 1394a port. Connect the IEEE 1394a module cable to this
connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.
Never connect a USB cable to the IEEE 1394a connector. Doing so will damage the
motherboard!
The IEEE 1394a module is purchased separately.
3. Serial port connector (10-1 pin COM1)
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.
The COM module is purchased separately.
M5A88-V EVO
M5A88-V EVO Serial port (COM1) connector
PIN 1
COM1
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PIN 1
TPA1
-
GN
D
TPB1
-
+12V GN
D
TPA1
+
GN
D
TPB1
+
+12V
IE1394_1
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IEEE 1394a connector