Dell Latitude L400 - Manual (Page 40)

NOTICE: When the diskette drive is not being used externally, remove the parallel diskette-drive cable from the parallel connector.
NOTICE: Use the parallel diskette-drive cable only with the diskette drive. Do not try to connect any other device to the computer
with this cable.
The drive access indicator does not blink when data is being accessed from the diskette drive connected to the parallel connector.
NOTICE: Protect the diskette drive when it is not in the external media bay. Do not squeeze the drive or place objects on top of it;
doing so could damage the drive motor.
Advanced Port Replicator
You can attach your computer to the Dell APR through the docking connector on the bottom of the computer. For information on docking your
computer, see the documentation that came with the APR.
External Monitor
You can use the 15-pin video connector to attach an external monitor to the computer.
Connecting an External Monitor
To attach an external monitor, perform the following steps.
NOTICE: Do not place the monitor directly on top of your portable computer, even if it is closed. Doing so can crack the computer
case, the display, or both.
1. Make sure that the external monitor is turned off. Set the monitor on a monitor stand, desk top, or other level surface near your computer.
2. Connect the external monitor's video cable to the computer.
Plug the video cable connector into the matching
video connector on the back of the computer. If the video cable is not permanently
attached to the monitor, connect it to the monitor.
Be sure to tighten all the screws on the video cable connector(s) to eliminate radio frequency interference (RFI).
3. Connect your external monitor to a grounded electrical outlet.
Plug the three-prong connector on one end of the monitor's power cable into a grounded power strip or some other grounded power
source. If the cable is not permanently attached to the monitor, connect it to the monitor.
You can also connect an external monitor to the APR .
Using an External Monitor
When an external monitor is connected to the computer, the video image automatically appears on the external monitor's screen when you boot
your computer.
NOTE: If you are using the Microsoft Windows 98 or Windows Me operating system, you can use an external monitor as an
extension of your display. For more information, see your operating system documentation or "
Dual-Display Mode ."