Alienware M17X manual Getting to Know Your Laptop

CHAPTER 2: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR LAPTOP

1Security cable slot — Attaches a commercially available security cable to the computer.

NOTE: Before you buy a security cable, ensure that it fits into the security cable slot on your computer.

2 Network connector — Connects your computer to a network or broadband device.

3 VGA connector — Connects your computer to a monitor or projector.

4HDMI-output connector — Connects to a TV for both multi-channel digital audio and video signals.

NOTE: For a monitor without built-in speakers, only the video signal will be read.

5Mini-DisplayPort connector — Connects your computer to external DisplayPort monitors and projectors.

NOTE: The mini-DisplayPort connector also connects to a VGA connector through an optional mini-DisplayPort adapter. You can purchase the VGA cable and the mini-DisplayPort adapter at www.dell.com.

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