MSI Z97M GAMING - Manual (Page 24)

Chapter 1
1-10 Getting Started
USB 2.0 Port
The USB 2.0 port is for attaching USB 2.0 devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other
USB 2.0-compatible devices.
USB 3.0 Port
USB 3.0 port is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 devices. It supports data transfer
rate up to 5 Gbit/s (SuperSpeed).
Important
In order to use USB 3.0 devices, you must connect to a USB 3.0 port. If a USB cable
is used, it must be USB 3.0 compliant.
LAN Port
The standard RJ-45 LAN jack is for connecting to a Local Area Network (LAN).
LINK/ACT
LED
SPEED
LED
LED LED Status Description
Link/ Activity LED
Off No link
Yellow Linked
Blinking Data activity
Speed LED
Off 10 Mbps connection
Green 100 Mbps connection
Orange 1 Gbps connection
eSATA Port
The eSATA (External SATA) port is for attaching the eSATA hard drive.
Audio Ports
These connectors are used for audio devices. The color of the jack refers to the
function of the connector.
Line in: Used for connecting external audio outputting devices.
Line out: Used as a connector for speakers or headphone.
Mic: Used as a connector for a microphone.
RS-Out: Rear surround sound line out in 4/ 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.
CS-Out: Center/ subwoofer line out in 5.1/ 7.1 channel mode.
SS-Out: Side surround sound line out in 7.1 channel mode.
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