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Getting Started
Using external display devices
(Sample Illustration) Video ports on left side of computer
Selecting video cables
To connect a device to the HDMI
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HDMI
Connecting an HDMI
To connect an HDMI
the computer:
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Connect one end of an HDMI
computer) to the HDMI
computer, and then connect the other end of the cable to your
television or display device. Refer to the manual that came
with the television or display device for more information.
Your computer will automatically detect the external display
device.
Connecting an external monitor or projector
You can easily attach an external monitor or projector to your
computer if you need a larger screen. To do this:
1
Read the directions that came with the monitor to see if you
first need to install new software.
2
Connect the monitor's video cable to the RGB (monitor) port
on the side of the computer.
3
Connect the device's power cable to a live electrical outlet.
4
Turn on the external device.
Your computer will automatically detect the external display
device.
RGB (Monitor) port
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HDMI
Out port*
cable.
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-compatible television or display device
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-compatible television or display device to
*Available on certain models
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Out port, you must purchase an
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cable (not included with your
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Out port on the side of your