Use the sound connectors that match your computer model when installing cables, as shown in the installation procedure steps.
The following table shows the sound connectors on the back panel of computer systems.
Sound connector
Type 3 Type 6 Type S Description
Line Side (gray) for side speakers in an
ALine C/Sub (gold) for center/subwoofer speakers in
a multichannel audio configuration.
BLine Rear (black) for rear speakers in a multichannel
audio configuration.
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| Mic (pink) connects to microphone. |
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NOTE:
Type 3 is three connectors.
Type 6 is six connectors.
Type S is sound card.
Connecting Speakers or Microphone 19