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7–2 Hardware Guide
External Device Connections
Connecting an External Monitor
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CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer, turn off the monitor
before connecting it to the computer or disconnecting it from the
computer. To prevent damage to the computer display, do not place
an external monitor or any other object on top of the computer
when the computer is closed.
To connect an external VGA monitor:
1. Turn off the monitor.
2. Plug the monitor signal cable into the external monitor
connector on the rear panel of the computer.
3. Plug the monitor power cord into a properly grounded
electrical outlet.
4. Turn on the monitor.
5. To ensure that the computer recognizes your monitor type,
refer to the operating system documentation and select the
appropriate manufacturer and model.
If the external monitor does not immediately show an image, try
using the
Fn+F3 hotkeys. Refer to the documentation included
with the monitor for additional setup information.
Connecting a Serial Printer
1. Turn off the printer.
2. Plug the printer end of the printer signal cable into the printer.
3. Connect the serial printer signal cable to the serial connector
on the rear panel of the computer.
4. Plug the printer power cord into a properly grounded
electrical outlet.
5. Turn on the printer.