Alienware Aurora Personal Computer User Manual


 
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CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR DESKTOP
Back Panel Connectors
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NOTE: Some back panel connectors may not be available on your computer.
For details, see “Specications” on page 59.
1
Optical S/PDIF connector Connects to ampliers, speakers, or TVs
for digital audio output through optical digital cables. is format carries
an audio signal without going through an analog audio conversion process
(available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only).
2
eSATA connector Connects to eSATA compatible storage devices
such as external hard drives or optical drives.
3
USB 2.0 connectors (6) Connect to USB devices, such as a mouse,
keyboard, printer, external drive, or MP3 player.
4 Audio connectors Connect to speakers, microphones, and headphones.
NOTE: For information on audio connectors, see “Connecting External
Speakers” on page 20 .
5
Network connector Connects your computer to a network or
broadband device.
6
IEEE 1394 connector Connects to high-speed serial multimedia
devices such as digital video cameras.
7
Coaxial S/PDIF connector Connects to ampliers, speakers, or TVs
for digital audio output through coaxial digital cables. is format carries
an audio signal without going through an analog audio conversion process
(available on Aurora and Aurora ALX only).