16 Setting Up and Using Your Computerw w w . d e l l . c o m | s u p p o r t . d e l l . c o mConnecting an IEEE 1394 Device (Optional)IEEE 1394 devices can move large amounts of data between computers and peripheral devices andare ideal for use with multimedia devices, such as digital video cameras.Your computer provides a IEEE 1394 connector on both the front and back panels (see "Front andBack View of the Computer" on page 53 for locations.)NOTE: The connector can accept six-pin IEEE 1394 devices with the use of an adapter.Setting Up a Home and Office NetworkConnecting to a Network AdapterBefore you connect your computer to a network, the computer must have a network adapterinstalled and a network cable connected to it.To connect a network cable:1 Connect the network cable to the network adapter connector on the back of your computer.NOTE: Insert the cable until it clicks into place, and then gently pull it to ensure that it is secure.2 Connect the other end of the network cable to a network connection device, such as anetwork wall jack.NOTE: Do not use a network cable with a telephone wall jack.IEEE 1394 cableIEEE 1394connector
