■Chapter 1 Getting To Know The Basics
4.Modem Port
This is where you plug the phone jack (RJ-11) for fax/modem functions.
5.Kensington Lock Key Hole
A Kensington-type security lock latches to this keyhole for anti-theft purpose.
6.USB2.0 Port (x3)
The Universal Serial Bus (USB2.0-compliant) port allows you to connect a wide variety of devices to your computer at a rate of up to 480 Mbps. This port conforms to the latest USB2.0 plug-and-play standards.
7.Firewire / IEEE1394 / 1394a Port
This is a high-speed serial data port. You may connect any Fire-wire-ready device to this port.
8.4-in-1 Card Reader
The 4-in-1 Card Reader supports SD Card, MS Card, MMC Card, and MS-Pro Card.
9.ExpressCard Slot
The slot is where Express Card (Type I, 34mm) is inserted. ExpressCard integrates both the PCI-Express bus technology and USB2.0 interface. Press the card into the slot to insert. Press the card again to eject.
10.Stereo Headphone / SPDIF-out Jack
The stereo headphone jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where you connect the headphones or external speakers. Alternatively, you may connect the SPDIF output to an external DTS, AC3, or PCM sound processor / decoder in your home stereo system.
11.Microphone/Audio Line-in Jack
The microphone/Audio Line-in jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where you connect a microphone or an external audio input source such as a CD player.
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