Connector Locations; Parallel Connector - Dell Inspiron 2100 Manual

Ports and Connector Pin-Outs : Dell Inspiron 2100
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Ports and Connector Pin-Outs
Dell™ Inspiron™ 2100

Connector Locations

Parallel Connector

Docking Connector
PS/2 Connector
Connector Locations
Parallel Connector
Use the 25-hole parallel connector to attach a parallel device to the computer. The parallel connector
is used primarily for printers. The parallel connector transmits data in parallel format, where 8 data
bits (one byte) are sent simultaneously over eight separate lines.
The parallel connector can also be configured for compatibility with the PS/2 standard. Support for
the EPP feature improves network adapter performance (adapters connect to the computer's parallel
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USB Connector
Video Connector
External Media Bay Connector