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Connecting the Monitor
WARNING: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions.
To connect your monitor to the computer perform the following steps/instructions:
1.Turn off your computer and disconnect the power cable.
2.Connect the HDMI cable, white (digital
Connecting the blue VGA cable
Connecting the White DVI Cable*
Connecting the HDMI Cable* (for selective models)
NOTE: *Optional purchase item. To purchase DVI or HDMI cable, please visit Dell.com
NOTE: The Graphics are used for the purpose of illustration only. Appearance of the the computer may vary.
After you have completed connecting the VGA/DVI/HDMI cable, follow the procedure below to complete your monitor setup:
1.Plug the power cables for your computer and monitor into a nearby outlet.
2.Turn on the monitor and the computer.