Connecting External Devices - Dell OptiPlex SX280 Quick Reference Manual

Connecting External Devices

CAUTION:
the Product Information Guide.
You must complete all steps to properly set up your computer. See the appropriate figures that
follow the instructions.
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Use the USB connectors on the back of your computer to connect the keyboard and mouse.
2
Connect the modem or network cable.
NOTICE:
to the computer.
Insert the network cable, not the phone line, into the network connector. If you have
an optional modem, connect the phone line to the modem.
NOTICE:
communications can cause damage to the network adapter.
3
Connect the monitor.
Align and gently insert the monitor cable to avoid bending connector pins. Tighten
the thumbscrews on the cable connectors.
NOTE:
See the documentation that came with your monitor for its connector locations.
4
Connect the speakers.
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Quick Reference Guide
Before performing any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in
To connect a network cable, first plug the cable in to the network wall jack, and then in
Do not connect a modem cable to the network adapter. Voltage from telephone
Some monitors have the video connector underneath the back of the screen.
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device screw