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Chapter 1: System introduction
1. Cover screw.
Secures the system cover.
2. PS/2 mouse port .
This green 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 mouse.
3. Parallel port .
This 25-pin port connects a printer, scanner, or other
devices.
4. Air vent.
Provides ventilation for the system.
5. 6-pin IEEE 1394a port
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Provides high-speed connectivity for IEEE
1394a-compliant audio/video devices, storage peripherals, and other
consumer electronic devices.
6. LAN (RJ-45) port .
This port allows Fast Ethernet connection to a Local
Area Network (LAN) through a network hub.
7. Center/Subwoofer port (yellow orange).
This port connects the center/
subwoofer speakers.
8. Line In port (light blue).
This port connects a tape player or other audio
sources.
9. Line Out port (lime).
This port connects a headphone or a speaker. In 4/6/8-
channel configuration, the function of this port becomes Front Speaker Out.
10. Metal bracket lock.
Secures the expansion slot/card metal brackets.
11. Voltage selector.
Allows you to adjust the system input voltage according to
the voltage supply in your area. See the “Selecting the Voltage” section on
page 2-26 before adjusting this switch.
12. Power connector.
Connects the power cable and plug.
13. PS/2 keyboard port .
This purple 6-pin connector is for a PS/2 keyboard.
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Rear panel
The system rear panel includes the power connector and several I/O ports that
allow convenient connection of devices.
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