2Learning About Your Computer
This chapter tells you about:
qThe LCD screen and how to adjust it
qPorts and connectors on the side panels of the computer case
qThe keyboard and common key assignments
qThe status indicator lights and their meaning
Contents
LCD Screen............................................................................................................... 2-3
Resolution........................................................................................................... 2-3
Screen Angle.......................................................................................................2-3
Screen Controls................................................................................................... 2-4
Brightness Control .......................................................................................2-4
Contrast Control........................................................................................... 2-5
Standard/Reverse Switch.............................................................................. 2-5
Connectors and Ports .................................................................................................2-6
Right Side Panel..................................................................................................2-6
Left Side Panel.................................................................................................... 2-6
Parallel (Printer) Port................................................................................... 2-7
External Monitor Connector......................................................................... 2-7
TravelPoint Connector..................................................................................2-7
Modem Connector........................................................................................ 2-7
Serial (RS-232C) Port...................................................................................2-7
Rear Panel...........................................................................................................2-8
AC Adapter Jack.......................................................................................... 2-8
Expansion Bus Connector.............................................................................2-8
Bottom Panel.......................................................................................................2-9
Operator Panel.................................................................................................... 2-9
Power Switch ...............................................................................................2-9
Option Card Slot Cover................................................................................ 2-9
Keyboard Keys......................................................................................................... 2-10
Color Coded Keys .............................................................................................2-10
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