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In addition to the display monitor itself, the video system
includes a video controller board. This board generates the
letters, numbers, and graphics symbols displayed on the
monitor screen.
Connectors are provided for the display type that is supported
by the board (monochrome, RGB color, high resolution EGA,
VGA etc.). Certain boards support more than one type of
display, and may provide a switch to select either color or
monochrome modes.
The procedure you use to connect your monitor to the
computer depends on the type of monitor you have. See your
monitor manual for detailed instructions, or follow these
general guidelines:
1.
Place your monitor on top of or near the computer. It is
easiest to connect the monitor cable if you are facing the
back panels of both the monitor and the computer.
2.
If necessary, connect the monitor cable to the monitor.
(Some monitors come with permanently attatched cables.)
3.
Connect the monitor cable to the video connector on the
back of the computer, as shown below. If the plug has
retaining screws, tighten them securely.
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