Dell Vostro 1400, Owner'S Manual

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About Your Computer
Left Side View
SECURITY CABLE SLOT
— Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device
to the computer (see "Security Cable Lock" on page 111).
A C
ADAPTER CONNECTOR
— Attaches an AC adapter to the computer. The AC
adapter converts AC power to the DC power required by the computer. You can
connect the AC adapter with your computer turned on or off.
CAUTION:
The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However,
power connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible
cable or improperly connecting the cable to the power strip or electrical outlet
may cause fire or equipment damage.
NOTICE:
When you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the
connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly, but gently to help prevent damage to
the cable.
AIR VENTS — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the vents,
which prevents the computer from overheating. The computer turns the fan on when
the computer gets hot. Fan noise is normal and does not indicate a problem with the
fan or the computer.
I E E E 1 3 9 4
A CONNECTOR
— Connects devices supporting IEEE 1394a high-speed
transfer rates, such as some digital video cameras.
1 security cable slot 2 AC adapter connector
3 air vents 4 IEEE 1394a connector
5 USB connectors (2) 6 ExpressCard slot
1 2 4 5 3 6
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