Dell Inspiron 8500 - Manual (Page 29)

A Tour of Your Computer 29
MO D E M C O NN E C T O R (RJ-11)
A IR V EN T — The computer uses an internal fan to create airflow through the
vents, which prevents the computer from overheating.
P A RA L L E L CO N NE C T O R
V ID E O CO N NE C T O R
S E R IA L C O NN E C T O R
To use the internal modem, connect the telephone line to
the modem connector.
For additional information on using the modem, see the
online modem documentation supplied with your computer.
Connects a parallel device, such as a printer.
Connects an external monitor. For more information, see
the Tell Me How help file. To access the help file, see
page 104.
Connects serial devices, such as a mouse or handheld
device.