Owner's Manual

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Chapter 1: Product introduction

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

The connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable to the

connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the system chassis.

The serial port bracket (COM) is purchased separately.

7. 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 benets of

USB 3.0 including faster data transfer speeds of up to 5Gbps, faster charging time for

USB-chargeable devices, optimized power efciency, and backward compatibility with

USB 2.0.

• The USB 3.0 module is purchased separately.

• These connectors are based on xHCI specication. We recommend you to install the

related driver to fully use the USB 3.0 ports under Windows