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chapter 1 getting to know the basics
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9. ExpressCard
Slot
The slot is where Express Card (Type I, 34mm) is inserted.
ExpressCard integrates both the PCI-Express bus technology
and USB2.0 interface.
Press the card into the slot to insert. Press the card again to
eject.
10. Stereo Headphone / SPDIF-out Jack
The stereo headphone jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where you
connect the headphones or external speakers. Alternatively,
you may connect the S/PDIF output to an external DTS, AC3,
or PCM sound processor / decoder in your home stereo
system.
11. Microphone/Audio Line-in Jack
The microphone/Audio Line-in jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where
you connect a microphone or an external audio input source
such as a CD Player..
12. Ethernet / LAN Port
The port connects to a network hub via the RJ-45 cable and
also conforms to 10/100/1000Base-TX transmission protocol.
13. Ventilation Grill
The fan grill is where air is exchanged to dissipate the internal
heat. Do not block this airway completely.