Alienware M18X manual Left View Features

This chapter provides information about your new laptop to familiarize you with its various features, and get you up and running quickly.

Left View Features

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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.

6 USB 3.0 connectors (2) — Provide faster data transmission between your computer and USB devices.

7 Audio-out/Headphone/S/PDIF connector — Connects to amplifiers, speakers, or TVs for digital audio output. Can also be used to connect to a pair of headphones, powered speakers, or sound system.

NOTE: Use the S/PDIF adapter that shipped with your computer, to connect a TOSLINK optical cable.

8 Microphone connector — Connects to a microphone or inputs signal for use with audio programs.

9 Headphone connectors (2) — Connect to a pair of headphones or to a powered speaker or sound system.

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