12 connectors, 20 chapter 1: product introduction – Asus P4P800-VM User Manual

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

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Connectors

This section describes and illustrates the internal connectors on the motherboard.

1. Floppy disk drive connector (34-1 pin FLOPPY)

This connector supports the provided floppy drive ribbon cable. After
connecting one end to the motherboard, connect the other end to the floppy
drive. (Pin 5 is removed to prevent incorrect insertion when using ribbon cables
with pin 5 plug).

2. Serial port 1 connector (10-1 pin COM2)

This connector accommodates a second serial port using an optional serial
port bracket. Connect the bracket cable to this connector then install the
bracket into a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.

The serial port (COM2) bracket is purchased separately.

P4P800-VM

®

NOTE: Orient the red markings on
the floppy ribbon cable to PIN 1.

P4P800-VM Floppy Disk Drive Connector

PIN 1

FLOPPY1

P4P800-VM

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P4P800-VM Serial COM2 Bracket

PIN 1

COM2

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