Dell OptiPlex 320: 9 video connector

9 video connector: Dell OptiPlex 320

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network adapter

To attach your computer to a network or broadband device, connect one end of a

connector

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 adapter 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.

4

network activity light

This light flashes yellow 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.

5

line-in connector

Use the blue line-in connector to attach a record/playback device such as a

cassette player, CD player, or VCR.

On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card.

6

line-out connector

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.

7

microphone connector

Use the pink microphone connector to attach a personal computer microphone

for voice or musical input into a sound or telephony program.

On computers with a sound card, the microphone connector is on the card.

8

USB 2.0 connectors (4)

Use the back USB connectors for devices that typically remain connected, such as

printers and keyboards.

9

video connector

Plug the cable from your VGA-compatible monitor into the blue connector.

NOTE: If you purchased an optional graphics card, this connector will be covered by

a cap. Connect your monitor to the connector on the graphics card. Do not remove

the cap.

10

serial connector

Connect a serial device, such as a handheld device, to the serial port. The default

designation is COM1 for serial connector 1.

For more information, see your online User’s Guide.

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