MSI Z97I GAMING AC - Page 24

Chapter 1
1-10
Getting Started
󰁈DisplayPort
DisplayPort is a digital display interface standard. This connector is used to connect a
monitor with DisplayPort inputs.
Important
This platform supports dual-display function.
HDMI+DisplayPort HDMI+HDMI
Extend mode
(Extend the desktop to the second and third monitor)
󰂁 󰂁
Clone mode
(Monitors have the same screen)
󰂁 󰂁
󰁈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.
󰁈Clear CMOS Button
There is CMOS RAM present on board that is powered by an external battery to store
󰘰
the operating system (OS) every time it is turned on. If you wish to clear the system
󰘰