Compaq 3500 - Manual (Page 76)

8-2 Connecting External Devices
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Connecting a Mouse or Other External
Pointing Device
A PS/2 compatible mouse or external pointing device can be
connected to the computer.
To connect an external pointing device, insert the pointing device
cable into the keyboard/mouse connector.
External pointing devices need software device drivers to operate.
The necessary drivers should be provided by the manufacturer or
preinstalled with Microsoft Windows.
Connecting a Serial Printer
To connect a serial printer:
1. Turn off the printer.
2. Plug the printer end of the printer signal cable into the printer.
3. Connect the serial printer signal cable to the serial connector
on the back of the computer.
4. Plug the printer power cord into a properly grounded electrical
outlet.
5. Turn on the printer and resume your work.
NOTE: Windows should prompt you to set up your printer before
printing for the first time. If you are not successful doing this, you
may need to consult the printer documentation for printer device
driver configuration information and instructions.