ATX
The remote switch wire for an ATX or BTX power switch is typically connected to the motherboard's front panel header. This header is where you connect various front panel connectors, including the power switch, reset switch, power LED, and HDD LED. The specific pins differ depending on the motherboard model, so it's important to consult the motherboard manual for the correct connection.
The power switch.
Soft Power
soft switch
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In both ATX and BTX power supplies, the remote switch wire from the case must be connected to the motherboard's power switch header or pins. This connection allows the power supply to be turned on/off using the computer's power button.
it is used to supply power to motherboard and other peripherals
There are usually a couple of small screws on either side of the switch. You'll have to take the side cover(s) and front cover off. You will need to trace the wires from the switch and notice where they are plugged into the motherboard. There is most of the time a triangle on the plug that connects to the motherboard, that triangle needs to line up with pin one of the "jack" on the motherboard. On some motherboards that matters, on others it doesn't. It isn't that hard, and there's no danger. The biggest problem is some systems are really cramped, and you have to be able to trace the wires.
It is to open the power-switch at zero current to minimize the looses during switching.
A motherboard is compared to a power strip or a mother.
There are no differences between the power connector of an AT motherboard versus that of a BabyAT motherboard.
You should not bother to check any power supply in the motherboard. You need to take the motherboard to service centre if faulty.