6

side surround sound

Use the (silver) side surround connector to attach additional speakers.

 

connector

 

7center subwoofer/LFE connector

Use the (orange) subwoofer connector to attach a single subwoofer.

NOTE: The LFE (Low Frequency Effects) Audio channel, found in digital surround sound audio schemes, carries only low frequency information of 80 Hz and below. The LFE channel drives a subwoofer to provide extremely low bass extension.

Systems not using subwoofers can shunt the LFE information to the main speakers in the surround sound setup.

8

surround sound

Use the (black) surround sound connector to attach multichannel-capable

 

connector

speakers.

 

 

 

9

line-in connector

Use the (blue) line-in connector to attach a record/playback device such as a

 

 

cassette player, CD player, or VCR.

 

 

On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card.

 

 

 

10

line-out/headphone

Use the (green) line-out connector to attach headphones and speakers with

 

connector

integrated amplifiers.

 

 

On computers with a sound card, use the connector on the card.

 

 

 

11

microphone connector

Use the (pink) microphone connector to attach a personal computer microphone

 

 

for voice or musical input into a sound or telephony program.

 

 

 

12

Optical S/PDIF

Use the optical S/PDIF connector to transmit digital audio without going

 

connector

through an analog audio conversion process.

 

 

 

13

RCA S/PDIF connector

Use the RCA S/PDIF connector to transmit digital audio without going through

 

 

an analog audio conversion process.

14USB 2.0 connectors (6) Use the back USB connectors for devices that typically remain connected, such as printers and keyboards.

NOTE: Dell recommends that you use the front USB connectors for devices that you connect occasionally, such as flash memory keys, cameras, or bootable USB devices.

15 IEEE 1394 connector

Use the IEEE 1394 connector for high-speed data devices such as digital video

 

cameras and external storage devices.

 

 

Attaching the Computer Stand

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

CAUTION: Your computer is heavy and can be difficult to maneuver. Seek assistance before attempting to lift, move, or tilt the computer and always lift correctly to avoid injury; avoid bending over while lifting.

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Setting Up and Using Your Computer

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XPS 720, 720 specifications

The Dell XPS 720 is a powerful desktop computer that epitomizes the brand's commitment to performance and innovation. Introduced as part of the XPS (Extreme Performance System) line, the XPS 720 was designed for gamers, content creators, and tech enthusiasts who demand high performance from their machines.

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