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5. CPU, optional, chassis, and assistant fan connectors (4-pin CPU_FAN; 4-pin
CPU_OPT; 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4; 3-pin ASST_FAN1-2)
Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard.
• DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufcient air
ow inside the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not
jumpers! Do not place jumper caps on the fan connectors!
• Ensure that the CPU FAN cable is securely installed to the CPU fan connector.
• The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power.
• The CPU_FAN, CHA_FAN and ASST_FAN connectors support the TUF Thermal
Radar 2 feature.
• To fully use the fan control function, ensure that you connect only an assistant fan to
the ASST_FAN connectors.