Asus 990FXGEN3 Computer Hardware User Manual


 
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Chapter 1: Product introduction
Chapter 1
7. CPU and chassis fan connectors
(4-pin CPU_FAN, 4-pin CPU_OPT, 4-pin CHA_FAN1-4)
Connect the fan cables to the fan connectors on the motherboard, ensuring that the
black wire of each cable matches the ground pin of the connector.
DO NOT forget to connect the fan cables to the fan connectors. Insufcient air ow inside
the system may damage the motherboard components. These are not jumpers! Do not
place jumper caps on the fan connectors!
The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A(12 W) fan power.The CPU_FAN connector supports the CPU fan of maximum 1A (12 W) fan power.
If you install two VGAcards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cableIf you install two VGA cards, we recommend that you plug the rear chassis fan cable
to the motherboard connector labeled CHA_FAN1 or CHA_FAN2 for better thermal
environment.