Dell OptiPlex 320 User Manual

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Quick Reference Guide

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network adapter
connector

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