Routing cables to external devices

1.Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices.

2.Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet.

CAUTION: Regardless of the power-on state, voltage is always present on the system board as long as the system is plugged into an active AC outlet. You must disconnect the power cord to avoid damage to the internal components of the computer.

3.Push up on the bottom corners of the cable cover (1) and rotate the cover off the unit (2).

4.Connect the cables to the appropriate rear connectors.

NOTE: Tilt the display head back for easy access to the rear connectors.

5.Route the cables from the connectors on the rear panel through the hole in the center of the base (1), and then out the underside of the base (2). Secure the cables with the cable clip (3).

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