Small Form Factor Computer - Back-Panel Connectors - Dell OptiPlex 740 Quick Reference Manual

Small Form Factor Computer — Back-Panel Connectors
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1 parallel connector
2 link integrity light
3 network adapter
connector
4 network activity light
5 line-out connector
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Quick Reference Guide
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Connect a parallel device, such as a printer, to the parallel connector. If you have
a USB printer, plug it into a USB connector.
NOTE:
The integrated parallel connector is automatically disabled if the computer
detects an installed card containing a parallel connector configured to the same
address. For more information, see "System Setup" in your online User's Guide.
• Green — A good connection exists between a 10-Mbps network and the
computer.
• Orange — A good connection exists between a 100-Mbps network and the
computer.
• Yellow — A good connection exists between a 1-Gbps (or 1000-Mbps) network
and the computer.
• Off — The computer is not detecting a physical connection to the network.
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.
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