The Foxconn N15235 (often specifically the G31MXP model) uses a standard 9-pin Front Panel Header typically located in the bottom-right corner of the motherboard, often labeled FP1 or JFP1. Front Panel Header Pinout (FP1)
The header is arranged in two rows. Pin 1 is usually marked by a small "1" or a white triangle on the board. Pin Number Assignment Description Pin 1 HDD LED + Hard Drive Activity Light Positive (+) Pin 3 HDD LED - Hard Drive Activity Light Negative (-) Pin 2 Power LED + Power Indicator Light Positive (+) Pin 4 Power LED - Power Indicator Light Negative (-) Pin 5 Reset SW Reset Button Ground/No Polarity Pin 7 Reset SW Reset Button Ground/No Polarity Pin 6 Power SW Power Button No Polarity Pin 8 Power SW Power Button No Polarity Pin 9 Reserved No Connection Pin 10 Empty Missing Pin (Key) Connection Steps
Locate the Header: Look for the color-coded pins in the bottom-right corner of the board.
Orientation: LEDs (HDD and Power) are directional. If the light doesn't turn on after plugging it in, flip the connector 180 degrees. foxconn n15235 front panel connectors google verified
Switches: The Power and Reset switches are non-directional, meaning they will work regardless of which way the "+" and "-" labels face.
USB & Audio: These are separate 9-pin or 10-pin headers typically labeled F_USB (yellow/blue) and F_AUDIO (green). They are "keyed" with one blocked hole so they can only be plugged in one way. Reference Resources Explaining PC Front Panel Connectors
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Some cases have a separate ground wire. Connect it to Pin 10. If your case uses the chassis ground, this may be unneeded. Pinout for the front-panel connectors (power switch, reset,
Cause: You connected front panel wires to JFP1 by mistake.
Fix: USB headers are separate 9-pin rectangular blocks labeled F_USB1 or F_AUDIO.
Cause: Power switch wires are on the wrong pins.
Fix: Use a screwdriver to momentarily short Pin 6 and Pin 8 (bottom row). If the PC starts, your case connectors are mislabeled.
Fix: The HDD LED connector is shorting across the wrong pins. Ensure it is only occupying Pin 1 (positive) and Pin 3 (negative) and not touching Pin 5 (Ground).