1-8 Computer at a Glance
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Rear Panel
Connectors
Desktop Rear Panel Connectors
Desktop Rear Panel Connectors
Ref. Component Function
1
Power Cord Connection Connects the computer to an electrical power outlet.
2
Microphone Connector Connects a microphone for recording sound and voice.
3
Line-In Audio Connector Connects an audio input device.
4
Line-Out Audio Connector Connects an external audio output device, such as powered
speakers or a cassette tape recorder.
5
Headphone Connector Connects headphones.
6
Voltage Select Switch Switches voltage between 115 V (U.S.) and 230 V to match
geographical requirements.
7
Serial Connector Connects a serial device, such as a serial printer.
8
Parallel Connector Connects a parallel device, such as a parallel printer.
9
Keyboard Connector Connects the keyboard.
-
Mouse Connector Connects the mouse.
q
Universal Serial Bus
Connector
Connects the computer to any peripheral while the computer
is operating. Is a fully functional Plug and Play connector.
w
Monitor Connector Connects a monitor to an embedded graphics controller.
NOTE: CD-ROM and audio features are available on select models only.