Dell ST2420LB, ST2421LB appendix Connecting the Monitor

Connecting the Monitor

CAUTION: 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 DVI-D), or blue (analog VGA) display connector cable to the corresponding video port on the back of your computer. Do not use all the cables on the same computer. Use all of the cables only when they are connected to different computers with appropriate video systems.

Connecting the blue VGA cable

Connecting the White DVI Cable*

Connecting the HDMI Cable*

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.