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ASUS SABERTOOTH Z97 MARK 2/USB 3.1
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3. USB 3.0 connector (20-1 pin USB3_12, USB3_34)
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.
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
®
7 or later Windows
®
OS.
2. Digital audio connector (4-1 pin SPDIF_OUT)
This connector is for an additional Sony/Philips Digital Interface (S/PDIF) port. Connect
the S/PDIF Out module cable to this connector, then install the module to a slot
opening at the back of the system chassis.
The S/PDIF module is purchased separately.