Front Panel I/O Connectivity Design Guide

1.3 Recommended Roles of Suppliers

1.3.1 Chassis Supplier

The chassis supplier should provide the front panel I/O board support structure and attachment

screws. Screws may not be necessary if a support structure implementing an I/O board with the

“snap-in” feature is used. A filler panel (or panels) to close-up the opening in the chassis and bezel

should also be provided in the event that the front panel I/O board feature is not used by a particular

customer.

1.3.2 Motherboard Manufacturer or Chassis Supplier

The motherboard manufacturer or chassis supplier should provide the interface board and the

following items:

• Interface cable(s)

• Front panel I/O shield

• Appropriate decorative plastic sticker to cover any unused ports in the I/O shield

The motherboard manufacturer or chassis supplier should test the interface board and cable(s) with

the motherboard to ensure compatibility.

1.3.3 Third-Party Interface Board Supplier

A generic interface board provided by a third-party vendor may not function correctly with a

particular motherboard. If a third-party supplier’s interface board is to be used, the motherboard

manufacturer should conduct testing to ensure the motherboard’s compatibility.