Inside Your Computer - Dell bpcwcsn_5 - OptiPlex - 740 User Manual

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network adapter
connector
4 network activity light
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line-out connector
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line-in connector
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USB 2.0 connectors (5)
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video connector
9 serial connector

Inside Your Computer

CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the
Information Guide
CAUTION:
To avoid electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing
the computer cover.
NOTICE:
Be careful when opening the computer cover to ensure that you do not accidentally disconnect cables
from the system board.
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To attach your computer to a network or broadband device, connect one end of a
network cable to either a network jack or your network or broadband device.
Connect the other end of the network cable to the network adapter connector on
the back panel of your computer. A click indicates that the network cable has been
securely attached.
NOTE:
Do not plug a telephone cable into the network connector.
On computers with a network connector card, use the connector on the card.
It is recommended that you use Category 5 wiring and connectors for your
network. If you must use Category 3 wiring, force the network speed to 10 Mbps to
ensure reliable operation.
Flashes a yellow light when the computer is transmitting or receiving network
data. A high volume of network traffic may make this light appear to be in a steady
"on" state.
Use the green line-out connector to attach headphones and most speakers with
integrated amplifiers.
On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card.
Use the line-in connector to attach a record/playback device such as a cassette
player, CD player, or VCR.
On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card.
Use the back USB connectors for devices that typically remain connected, such as
printers and keyboards.
Plug the cable from your VGA-compatible monitor into the blue connector.
NOTE:
If you purchased an optional graphics card, this connector will be covered by
a cap. Do not remove the cap. Connect your monitor to the connector on the graphics
card.
NOTE:
If you are using a graphics card that supports dual monitors, use the y-cable
that came with your computer.
Connect a serial device, such as a handheld device, to the serial port. The default
designations are COM1 for serial connector 1 and COM2 for serial connector 2.
NOTE:
There is only a serial connector 2 if the optional PS2/serial adapter is used.
For more information, see "System Setup Options" on page 258.
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