Back view of the computer – Dell Dimension 5100 User Manual

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Back View of the Computer

 

NOTICE:

Do not lift or carry the computer by the vents to avoid damage

to the computer.

 

NOTICE:

Keep the vent area clean and dust-free to ensure that the

computer is adequately ventilated. Use only a dry cloth to clean the vent
area to avoid water damage to the computer.

1 voltage selection switch (may not be available on all computers) See the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide for more information.

2 power connector

Insert the power cable.

3 back panel connectors

Plug USB, audio, and other devices into the appropriate connector.

4 card slots

Access connectors for any installed PCI and PCI Express cards.

1

link integrity light

l

 

Green — A good connection exists between a 10-Mbps

network and the computer.

l

 

Orange — A good connection exists between a 100-Mbps

network and the computer.

l

 

Off — The computer is not detecting a physical connection

to the network.

2

network adapter
connector

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

3

network activity light Flashes a yellow light 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.

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