Dell XPS/Dimension XPS - Manual (Page 80)

80 Removing and Installing Parts
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Before You Begin
This section provides procedures for removing and replacing the components. Unless
otherwise noted, each procedure assumes that the following conditions exist:
• You have performed the steps in "Precautionary Measures" (see page 81).
• You have read the safety information on page 13.
• You have opened the computer cover.
Recommended Tools
Your computer is primarily a tool-less one, but certain procedures (such as removing the
heat-sink blower or the control panel) require the use of one or more of the following tools:
• Small flat-blade screwdriver
• #1 and #2 Phillips-head screwdriver
• An 8-inch, #2 Phillips-head screwdriver
It is recommended that you use a wrist grounding strap as explained in "Precautionary
Measures" (see page 81).
13 USB 2.0 connectors (6) Use the back USB connectors for devices that typically remain connected, such as
printers and keyboards.
It is recommended that you use the front USB connectors for devices that you
connect occasionally, such as joysticks or cameras.
14 keyboard connector If you have a standard keyboard, plug it into the purple keyboard connector. If you
have a USB keyboard, plug it into a USB connector.
15 mouse connector Plug a standard mouse into the green mouse connector. Turn off the computer
and any attached devices before you connect a mouse to the computer. If you have
a USB mouse, plug it into a USB connector.
16 serial connector
(COM 2)
Connect a serial device, such as a handheld device, to the serial port.
17 parallel connector Connect a parallel device, such as a printer, to the parallel connector. If you have a
USB printer, plug it into a USB connector.
18 serial connector
(COM 1)
Connect a serial device, such as a handheld device, to the serial port.
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