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4. Serial Port
The serial port, or COM port, allows you to connect serial
devices, such as printers or scanners. In order to connect a
serial interface device follow these steps:
1. Align the connector with the port opening.
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each
end of the connector.
5. Parallel Port
The parallel port, or LPT port, allows you to connect parallel
devices, such as a printer to your notebook computer. In order
to connect a parallel interface device, follow these steps:
1. Align the connector with the port opening.
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
3. Tighten the two hold-down screws, located on each
end of the connector.
6. USB Ports
The two USB ports allow you to connect USB devices such
as external game pads, pointing devices, keyboards and/or
speakers.
7. Internal LAN (RJ-45) Port
Internal LAN port connects your notebook computer to other
computers/networks through a local area network (LAN) and
supports data transfer rates at 10 Mbps and can be up to 100
Mbps. The 10Base-T standard also called Twisted Pair Ether-
net is connected with RJ-45 connectors.
8. Stereo Line-out Port
The optional stereo line-out port allows you to connect a set
of speakers or a headphone to your notebook computer. To
connect, follow these steps:
1. Align the connector with the port opening.
2. Push the connector into the port until it is seated.
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