Gigabyte GA-78LMT-USB3 R2 (rev. 1.0) [13/35] Ide ide connector

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5) IDE (IDE Connector)

The IDE connector supports up to two IDE devices such as hard drives and optical drives. Before attaching

the IDE cable, locate the foolproof groove on the connector. If you wish to connect two IDE devices, remember

to set the jumpers and the cabling according to the role of the IDE devices (for example, master or slave).

(For information about conguring master/slave settings for the IDE devices, read the instructions from the

device manufacturers.)

6) SATA2 0/1/2/3/4/5 (SATA 3Gb/s Connectors)

The SATA connectors conform to SATA 3Gb/s standard and are compatible with SATA 1.5Gb/s standard.

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4 GND

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7) BAT (Battery)

The battery provides power to keep the values (such as BIOS congurations, date, and time information)

in the CMOS when the computer is turned off. Replace the battery when the battery voltage drops to a low

level, or the CMOS values may not be accurate or may be lost.

You may clear the CMOS values by removing the battery:

• Always turn off your computer and unplug the power cord before replacing the battery.

• Replace the battery with an equivalent one. Damage to your devices may occur if the battery is replaced

with an incorrect model.

• Contact the place of purchase or local dealer if you are not able to replace the battery by yourself or uncertain

about the battery model.

• When installing the battery, note the orientation of the positive side (+) and the negative side (-) of the battery

(the positive side should face up).

• Used batteries must be handled in accordance with local environmental regulations.

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