Packard Bell F10 manual Precautions, Communication Ports, Expansion Ports, Display and Audio Ports

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Your computer provides a series of ports and connectors that can be used to expand your computer to your needs. The port and connector types described below are may be available on your Packard Bell computer. However, certain features are optional and may not be available on the specific model you have purchased.

Connector cables may not be supplied. Please contact your retailer.

Precautions

•Before you attach any device, check the installation instructions that were supplied with it.

•Do not remove a device if the computer is using it.

•Most devices are “hot-pluggable”. This means they can be added or removed while the computer is on. However, most devices must be deactivated in the operating system before they may be removed from the computer (see Removing a Card on page 7).

Communication Ports

Network - This port can be used to connect your computer to a network (‘LAN’) or certain high-speed Internet connections.

Modem - A 56K internal fax/data modem connects you to the Internet over a dial-up connection.

The network port looks very similar to the modem port; they are often situated near each other and can easily be mistaken. The network port is slightly larger than the modem port.

In thunderstorm conditions, make sure that you disconnect all your connection cables; unplug any modem from the telephone line, any TV port from the aerial socket and any network cable. A light- ning strike to nearby telephone lines or an aerial could damage a modem, network or TV card or even your whole computer. Please note that the product warranty does not apply if damage to your computer is the result of a lightning strike.

Expansion Ports

USB (Universal Serial Bus) - The Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports allow you to connect many peripheral devices (for example, printers, monitors, scanners) to your computer.

Display and Audio Ports

DVI Port - Connect to a monitor with a DVI (Digital Video Interface) port. The appropriate cable is usually included with the monitor.

Many monitors use a 15-pin analogue connection, so you may need to purchase an adapter or a DVI- to-Analogue cable.

Headphones/Line-Out- Lets you plug in stereo headphones or powered speakers. Plugging in an audio device disables the built-in speakers.

Microphone - Allows you to connect an external microphone for mono recording or amplification through the unit. Plugging in an external microphone disables the built-in microphone.

Other Connectors

AC Adapter (DC In) - Lets you attach the computer to the the supplied AC adapter. The computer requires a Packard Bell-certified adapter that provides 65W (3.25A/20Vdc) (see page 13).

Other Features

Webcam - The Webcam allows you to send a video signal when using a chat/instant messaging program, make films or take photos.

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