
Reviewing System Features 1-9
Audio connectors
The following connectors come integrated on the system
board (see the preceding figure for jack locations).
Microphone in jack
The microphone in jack lets you connect a microphone
for recording audio information in your data system
files.
Line in jack
The line in jack lets you connect a stereo audio device
such as a stereo amplifier or a cassette or minidisc
player for playback or recording.
Line out jack
The line out jack allows you to connect an amplified
output device, such as powered speakers or headset, a
stereo tape recorder, or an external amplifier for audio
output.
MIDI/Joystick connector
The MIDI/Joystick connector lets you attach a joystick to
your system for use with games.
Fax/modem ports
Some models come with a V.90 rated 56-kilobytes per
second (Kbps) fax/modem board. The fax/modem board
allows the connection of a phone line to the computer for
fax and data communications functions.
Dual fax/modem ports let you use a telephone line for the
fax/modem and your telephone.
LAN connector
Some models come with a network board. Use the RJ-45
compatible port on the board for connecting the system to
an Ethernet local-area network (LAN).