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9. Connect any additional devices that you have. Your computer might not have
all connectors that are shown.
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1 USB Use this connector to attach a device that requires a USB connection,
such as a keyboard, mouse, scanner, printer, or personal digital
assistant (PDA).
2 Serial Use this connector to attach an external modem, serial printer, or other
device that uses a 9-pin serial connector.
3 S-video Use this connector to attach a television set that has an S-Video
connector. This connector is present on some high-performance video
adapters.
4 Parallel Use this connector to attach a parallel printer or any other device that
requires a 25-pin parallel connection.
5 Ethernet Use this connector to attach the computer to an Ethernet-type local
area network or to a cable modem.
Important: To operate the computer within FCC limits when it is
connected to an Ethernet network, use a Category 5 Ethernet cable.
6 MIDI/joystick Use this connector to attach a joystick, gamepad, or a musical
instrument digital interface (MIDI) device such as a MIDI keyboard.
7 IEEE 1394 This connector is sometimes called Firewire because it transmits data
rapidly. There are two types of IEEE 1394 connectors: the 4-pin and the
6-pin. IEEE 1394 offers connection to several types of consumer
electronics, including digital audio devices and scanners.
8 eSATA Use this connector to attach an external hard disk drive
10. Connect the power cords to properly grounded electrical outlets.
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