Using the VGA Feature Connector
Your computer includes an alternate VGA interface (feature
connector) on the main system board. If you install a
high-resolution graphics or a full-motion, multi-media adapter
card in one of the computer’s option slots, this connector allows
you to access the standard VGA signals provided by your
system circuitry.
Typically, high-resolution graphics adapter cards increase the
graphics processing performance of your VGA monitor and
provide resolutions of more than 1024 x 768. They are useful for
high-end graphics applications such as AutoCAD
®
or Windows.
Memory” on page 4-25 for information.
To connect the adapter card interface to the VGA feature
connector on your main system board, locate the VGA feature
cable included with your computer. Then follow these steps:
1.
If you have not already done so, follow the instructions on
page 4-14 (“Installing an Option Card”) to install the
graphics adapter card in your computer.
Installing and Removing Options
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