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Setting Up Your Inspiron™ Desktop
Connect the Display Your computer has an integrated VGA video
connector. You can use this connector to
connect to the display.
NOTE: A DVI or HDMI connector may
be available on your computer if you
purchased an optional discrete graphics
card.
Refer to the following table when identifying
the connectors on your display and computer to
select the connection type you will use.
VGA
HDMI
DVI
Connect the display using either the VGA
connector, the HDMI connector, or the DVI
connector.
The VGA connector carries only video •
signals for displays such as monitors and
projectors.
The • HDMI connector is a high-performance
digital connector that carries both video and
audio signals for displays such as TVs and
monitors with integrated speakers.
Connect Using the VGA Connector
Connect the display using a VGA cable (with
blue connectors at both ends).