Cabling The Computer; Turning On The Computer - IBM IntelliStation M Pro Installation Manual

Cabling the computer

If your computer cables and connector panel have color-coded connections, match
the color of the cable end with the color of the connector. For example, match a
blue cable end with a blue panel connector, a red cable end with a red connector,
and so on.
Attention:
The following illustration shows the input/output (I/O) connectors on the rear of the
computer.
Depending on the video adapter that is installed in your computer and the monitor
you want to use, you might have to use special video cables that convert signals or
provide an additional connection point for dual-monitor capability. See the User's
Guide on the IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD and the documentation that
comes with your monitor for additional information.

Turning on the computer

When the computer is connected to an ac power source but is not turned on, the
operating system does not run, and all core logic is shut down; however, the
computer can respond to requests, such as a remote request to turn on the
computer. The power-on LED flashes to indicate that the computer is connected to
an ac power source but is not turned on.
Notes:
1. Turn on all external devices, such as the monitor, before turning on the
2. The power-on LED on the front of the computer is lit when the computer is on
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To prevent damage to equipment, connect the power cord last.
Power cord
IEEE 1394 (FireWire)
Line in
Line out
Serial
Parallel
Mouse
Keyboard
USBs
Ethernet
Video
computer.
and while it is being turned on.