IX57QM/IX55HM321.8.4 Front Panel Audio Connector (AAFP1)This connector is for a chassis-mounted front panel audio I/O module that supports eitherHD Audio or legacy AC ‘97 (optional) audio standard. Connect one end of the front panelaudio I/O module cable to this connector.For motherboards with the optional HD Audio feature, we recommendthat you connect a high-definition front panel audio module to thisconnector to avail of the motherboard’s high‑definition audiocapability.1.8.5 CPU Fan Connector (CPU_FAN)z Do not forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors.Insufficient air flow inside the system may damage themotherboard components, and hardware monitoring errors canoccur if you fail to plug this connector.z These are not jumpers! DO NOT place jumper caps on the fanconnectors.Data Modul AG - www.data-modul.com