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Unidentified port adapter

Unidentified port adapter

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BlaziKDan
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06-04-2021, 04:33 PM
#1
I'm not sure, but it sounds like a small interface or header connector on the motherboard for the Asus Crosshair Vi hero. It might be used for connecting peripherals or firmware updates.
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BlaziKDan
06-04-2021, 04:33 PM #1

I'm not sure, but it sounds like a small interface or header connector on the motherboard for the Asus Crosshair Vi hero. It might be used for connecting peripherals or firmware updates.

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kolonelalex
Member
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06-04-2021, 04:42 PM
#2
It seems to be a three-pin 12V fan connector. Their site mentions it offers quieter, cooler operation thanks to smart fan and water pump controls for smooth gaming. It includes built-in thermal sensors and detects PWM/DC modes at hardware level, ensuring optimal cooling performance and minimal noise—so you get the power you need without the disturbance!
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kolonelalex
06-04-2021, 04:42 PM #2

It seems to be a three-pin 12V fan connector. Their site mentions it offers quieter, cooler operation thanks to smart fan and water pump controls for smooth gaming. It includes built-in thermal sensors and detects PWM/DC modes at hardware level, ensuring optimal cooling performance and minimal noise—so you get the power you need without the disturbance!

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HeyImRarity_YT
Member
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06-06-2021, 11:26 AM
#3
Typically these items get labeled as FAN_1 or similar. Avoiding any reference to the header in the manual seems wise.
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HeyImRarity_YT
06-06-2021, 11:26 AM #3

Typically these items get labeled as FAN_1 or similar. Avoiding any reference to the header in the manual seems wise.

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renliff
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06-07-2021, 01:46 PM
#4
The guide doesn’t reference it (like pages 1–2). It seems unlikely to be a fan header, since it wouldn’t be labeled that way. Probably a debug probe intended for developers rather than regular users.
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renliff
06-07-2021, 01:46 PM #4

The guide doesn’t reference it (like pages 1–2). It seems unlikely to be a fan header, since it wouldn’t be labeled that way. Probably a debug probe intended for developers rather than regular users.

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Doofenberry
Junior Member
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06-29-2021, 11:02 AM
#5
good point
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Doofenberry
06-29-2021, 11:02 AM #5

good point

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solariiss
Member
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06-30-2021, 02:28 AM
#6
It could be a VDG adapter for an RGB M.2 SSD because it's close to a M.2 port.
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solariiss
06-30-2021, 02:28 AM #6

It could be a VDG adapter for an RGB M.2 SSD because it's close to a M.2 port.

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20pega
Member
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07-04-2021, 04:19 PM
#7
However, it's unclear why it wasn't labeled clearly or highlighted in the documentation. The diagrams in their manual don't reference this area at all.
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20pega
07-04-2021, 04:19 PM #7

However, it's unclear why it wasn't labeled clearly or highlighted in the documentation. The diagrams in their manual don't reference this area at all.

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pinkSparkle17
Member
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07-11-2021, 01:16 PM
#8
True.
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pinkSparkle17
07-11-2021, 01:16 PM #8

True.

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Cloaxy
Junior Member
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07-12-2021, 12:18 PM
#9
I'm about to close this thread since I discovered the connector is intended for development testing and won't show up on consumer boards.
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Cloaxy
07-12-2021, 12:18 PM #9

I'm about to close this thread since I discovered the connector is intended for development testing and won't show up on consumer boards.