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4.1 Motherboards


1. Memory banks (RAM slots)
2. 24pin ATX power connector
3. m.2 SSD slot
4. System chipset
5. SATA connectors
6. Front panel I/O header (power/HDD LED, reset/power switch)
7. USB3 header
8. USB2 header
9. COM port header
10. Front panel audio header
11. PCI slots
12. PCI-e slots
13. Rear I/O
14. 8pin CPU power connector
15. Fan header
16. CPU socket


1. DisplayPort
2. VGA port
3. PS/2 port
4. Ethernet port (LAN port/RJ45)
5. Analog audio port(s) (3.5mm stereo)
6. TOSLINK port (audio optical out)
7. USB-C port
8. USB3 port(s)
9. DVI-D port
10. HDMI port
11. USB 2 port(s)

by redxii See Profile edited by dbmaven See Profile
last modified: 2017-01-01 23:09:23


Motherboard Monitor FAQ entry

by Jaime See Profile edited by dbmaven See Profile
last modified: 2003-09-05 11:32:51

When Windows is installed it probes your computer for all installed hardware and installs the proper drivers. There are many drivers installed for a motherboard that are specific to the type of chipset, processor, RAM, and speed. When you install a new motherboard the settings and drivers for the old motherboard won't work with the new one.

Generally when you install a new motherboard you will need to reinstall Windows (you might get away with Repairing the installation but probably not.)

by vfpguy See Profile edited by vkr See Profile
last modified: 2002-09-03 01:28:57