LEAKSHIELD
Then the USB cable is connected. Optionally, you can connect LEAKSHIELD to
your mainboard via a signal cable (not included).
5. Electrical connections
ATTENTION: Completely turn off your power supply or disconnect the mains pow-
er cord from the wall outlet before connecting or disconnecting any cables to/from
the device!
5.1. Connector "USB"
This connector is used for USB communication with a PC. Connect to an internal
USB header of your motherboard. Take special care to make sure the pin ali-
gnment matches your motherboard!
Pin assignment:
Pin 1 GND (black), optional
Pin 2 GND (black)
Pin 3 D+
Pin 4 D-
Pin 5 +5 V (red)
The corresponding connector on the motherboard is usually
a 9 pin connector with two independent USB ports. Both
rows of 4/5 pins can be used to connect an USB device.
The black wires (GND) are to be connected to the side of
the missing pin, see picture with colored pin assignment.
5.2. Connector "signal"
The header can be connected to the power switch header of the motherboard
using an additional specialized cable (53216, not included in delivery).
Pin assignment:
Pin 1: GND
Pin 2: not connected
Pin 3: open drain max 3.3 V / 5 mA
In the event of an alarm, this interface can be used to shut down the computer in
the same way as pressing the power button. A short or long press can be configu-
red.
6. Operation on the device
The most important functions of LEAKSHIELD can be controlled directly on the de-
vice. A button located at the right side of the LEAKSHIELD silicone illuminated ring
is used to control the menu.
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(green)
(white)
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