Connecting To Usb Hub; Connecting To Fax/Printer/Scanner; Connecting To Speaker; Connecting To The Internet And Network - AOpen MP945-VDR User Manual

Connecting to USB Hub

The system is designed to allow users to connect an USB hub which allows a user to install
many USB devices to the system. Simply connect the USB connector of an USB hub to the
system.

Connecting to Fax/Printer/Scanner

Currently many manufacturers build the functions of printer, scanner, and fax into one unit.
You can connect the system to a fax/printer/scanner unit in case the machine is built with USB
connector.

Connecting to Speaker

The system comes with built-in mono speaker. You can install active speaker set which comes
with its own power plug in order to enjoy stereo sound effect. The input of the speaker should
be connected to the speaker output (earphone) jack as illustrated. You can also connect a
headphone to the earphone jack.

Connecting to the Internet and Network

Your system is built with a network connector on the back panel as illustrated in Chapter 1. The
connector allows you to connect your system to the Internet through a DSL (or ADSL) or cable
modem, or to an Ethernet network.
If you want to connect to the Internet through DSL (or ADSL) modem, you should contact your
local network service provider to subscribe the digital subscriber line. DSL (or ADSL) provides
faster data transmission speed than conventional telephone line. Your local network service
provider will help you install and set up the DSL (or ADSL) modem.
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You can access the Internet through a cable modem. In case you prefer to set up a cable modem
connection, you should contact your local cable provider, which will help you install and set up
the cable modem.
The same connector allows you to connect the system to an Ethernet LAN (local area network).
Connecting to a LAN is usually used in a workplace.
You can also connect the system to a conventional modem for accessing the Internet through a
traditional telephone modem. In that case, you have to contact an Internet Service Provider for
accessing the Internet. Please refer to the appendix for more details on accessing the Internet.
Connecting to Web Camera
More and more people are using instant messaging software or free international Internet
phone calls to communicate over the Internet with friends. The effects can be enriched by
installing a web camera to the system. You can shop around for a USB web camera from a
local retail outlet or purchase one through a web-enabled retailer. The manual of web camera
usually provides the information on how to install a web camera to your system. After you
have installed a web camera, install the software driver for the web camera, and set up your
instant messaging account properly, you will be able to see the person who is chatting with you
through the Internet.
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