High Definition Audio (HD Audio) Ports
This X14SAE/X14SAE-F features a 7.1+2 Channel High Definition Audio (HDA) codec that
provides 10 DAC channels. The HD Audio connections simultaneously supports multiple-
streaming 7.1 sound playback with 2 channels of independent stereo output through the front
panel stereo out for front, rear, center and subwoofer speakers. Use the Advanced software
included in the CD-ROM with your motherboard to enable this function.
For a detailed diagram of the X14SAE/X14SAE-F motherboard, see the layout under "Quick
Reference" on page 13.
Audio Configuration
2
Channel
4.1 Channel 5.1 Channel 7.1 Channel
1
Orange (Center /
Subwoofer))
Center /
Subwoofer
Center /
Subwoofer
2
Black (Rear Speaker
Out)
Rear Speaker
Out
Rear Speaker
Out
Rear Speaker
Out
3
Light Blue
(Line In / Side Speaker
Out)
Line In
Side Speaker
Out
4
Lime
(Line Out / Front
Speaker Out)
Line Out
Front Speaker
Out
Front Speaker
Out
Front Speaker
Out
5 Pink (Mic In) Mic In Mic In Mic In Mic In
Figure 2-32. HD Audio Ports
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