How to use the Infrared in the Asus P4C800 Deluxe?

[eltoro]

Hi,

I plan on buying the Asus P4C800 Deluxe, which I understand has an Infrared header. I understand the Infrared receiver/transmitter (the external part) is not supplied.

What do I need to buy for this mobo in order to complete the Infrared feature?

TIA!!!
eltoro

 

[jihiggs]

you have to buy that extra part, i have no clue where to get it from. it really pisses me off that mobo companys do stuff like that. ever mobo i have ever gotten had a header but i couldnt get that other part, tech support didnt know what i was talking about. same with the nforce chipset, you can get the extra card for the tv out but it only comes with them in europe and there is only one place i know of that has them in stock for 25 bucks.

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[elzt]

Check out <A HREF="http://www.bigwig.net/silicon/irda.html" target="_new">this site</A> which might be helpful.

 

[eltoro]

Did anyone try to ask Asus' support for the missing part?

 

[rebturtle]

I found it for you! ATAcom has it for $30!! Here's the <A HREF="http://www.atacom.com/program/atacom.cgi?Pagecode=MOTHERBOARD&USER_ID=www" target="_new">link</A>

Some other alternatives at <A HREF="http://www.irgear.com/Products.html" target="_new">IR Gear.com</A>

ASUS iPanel Deluxe on Newegg.com for $17!! Specifications:
ports: 2 USB, 1 Serial Port, 3 Audio Jacks, and 1 IrDA.
LCD panel to show boot errors, voltages, CPU frequency, fan speed, and temperature. 5.25" Panel. everything you could want on the front of your pc for monitoring needs.
Here's the <A HREF="http://www.newegg.com/app/viewproduct.asp?DEPA=&submit=Go&description=irda&refer=googleKey" target="_new">link</A>.
Dang, <i>I</i> might have to buy one of these!!

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[eltoro]

Thanks a million!

I think I'll go for the IPanel Deluxe, it's cheaper and offers a lot more.

Thanks again!