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2-2 Computer at a Glance
COMPAQ CONFIDENTIAL - NEED TO KNOW REQUIRED
Writer: Jennifer Hale Saved by: jabercrombie Saved date: 06/02/99 1:03 PM
Part Number: 103182-001 File name: ch02.doc
Rear Components
Rear Components
Component Description
infrared port Allows wireless communication
between the computer and another
infrared-equipped device, such as a
computer or printer.
serial connector Connects an optional external serial
device, such as a mouse.
external monitor connector Connects an optional external display,
such as an external monitor.
docking connector 176-pin expansion bus connector that
connects the computer to the desktop
expansion base or convenience base.
parallel connector Connects an optional parallel device,
such as a printer.
power connector Connects the AC Adapter to the
computer.
USB port Allows you to attach the computer to a
Universal Serial Bus (USB) device,
such as a camera for video. Or, you
can attach a hub, which would allow
you to connect multiple USB devices to
the computer.
keyboard/mouse connector Connects an optional full-sized
keyboard or a PS/2 compatible mouse.
A generic splitter/adapter will allow the
connection of both an external
keyboard and external mouse at the
same time.