Chapter 2 installation instructions, Warning – Foxconn X38A User Manual
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Chapter 2 Installation Instructions
Serial Port Connector: COM1
This connector is for a serial (COM) port. Connect the serial port module cable
to the connector, then install the module to a slot opening at the back of the
system chassis.
USB 2.0 Connectors: F_USB1/2
In addition to the USB ports on the rear panel, this series of motherboard also have
two 10-pin headers onboard, which may be used to connect two front panel USB
cables/brackets to provide additional four USB ports.
Warning:
Before installing the USB cables, please pay attention to the marker
of each individual USB cable; make sure to match them with each
USB pin headers correctly, otherwise the USB ports will not work.
Incorrect connection could also damage the motherboard.
SOUT
GND
RLSD
RI
DTR
DSR
SIN
9
10
1
2
CTS
RTS
Empty
COM1
D-
D+
F_USB 1/2
VCC
D+
D-
GND
GND
NC
Empty
VCC
2 1
10 9
COM1 Connector
USB 2.0 Connectors
IEEE 1394a Connector:
F_1394
The 1394 expansion cable can be connected to either the front (provided that
the front panel of your chassis is equipped with the appropriate interface) or
real panel of the chassis.