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Keyboard
The PS/2-compatible ergodynamic keyboard is standard equipment for the system. The
keyboard provides a numeric keypad, separate cursor control keys, 12 function keys, and is
capable of up to 48 functions. Key status lamps on the keyboard include Num (Numeric) Lock,
Caps (Capital) Lock, and Scroll Lock.
The keyboard's six-pin connector plugs into the back of the system. Keyboard specifications are
given in Section 9, "Specifications."
Mouse
The system ships with a PS/2-compatible mouse as standard equipment. The mouse has a self-
cleaning mechanism that prevents a buildup of dust or lint around the mouse ball and tracking
mechanism.
The six-pin mouse cable connector plugs into the back of the system. Mouse specifications are
given in Section 9, "Specifications."
CD-ROM Drive
Systems come with a 48X maximum variable speed or higher CD-ROM drive. The drive
features up to 48-speed or higher technology, affording faster data transfer and smoother
animation and video. The CD-ROM drive comes with an Enhanced IDE (EIDE) interface. The
drive is fully compatible with Kodak Multisession Photo CDs
well as standard CDs. The CD-ROM drive can also play audio CDs (for systems with sound
capabilities).
An IDE cable connects the CD-ROM drive to the secondary IDE channel on the system board.
The drive is connected as the master device on the secondary channel.
CD-ROM jumper settings are included in Section 2, "System Configuration." Specifications for
the CD-ROM drive are given in Section 9, "System Specifications."
DVD-ROM Drive
Some systems might come with an 16X maximum variable speed or higher DVD-ROM drive
instead of a CD-ROM drive. The DVD-ROM drive offers many improvements over the standard
CD-ROM, including superior video and audio playback, faster data access, and greater storage
capabilities.
An IDE cable connects the DVD-ROM drive to the secondary IDE channel on the system board.
The drive is connected as the master device on the secondary channel.
DVD-ROM jumper settings are included in Section 2, "System Configuration." Specifications
for the DVD-ROM drive are given in Section 9, "System Specifications."
CD-RW Drive
Some systems might come with an 8X (record) 4X (rewrite) 32X (read) maximum variable
speed CD-RW drive. Use the drive to record data on a CD-RW disc, just like on a diskette, Zip
disc, or hard drive.
With a CD-RW drive, you can erase what is recorded on the CD-RW disc and rewrite or record
new data numerous times. The drive supports both 650-MB and 700-MB CD-RW discs.
You can also read CD and DVD discs on the CD-RW drive. CD-RW discs can be read on
CD-ROM and DVD-ROM drives that support the MultiRead Standard.
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