Dell OptiPlex GX400 User Manual

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Used to attach record/playback devices such as cassette players, CD players, and VCRs. Connect the line-out cable from any of these devices to the line-injack.PS/2 Mouse ConnectorAttach the Personal System/2 (PS/2) mouse cable to the 6-pin mouse connector on the back panel. If your system uses Microsoft Windows 2000, Windows XP,or Windows NT, Dell installed the necessary mouse drivers on your hard drive.PS/2 Keyboard ConnectorAttach the PS/2 keyboard cable to the 6-pin keyboard connector on the back panel.USB ConnectorsUsed to attach USB-compliant devices such as keyboards, mice, printers, and computer speakers to your system.NIC ConnectorThe network interface controller (NIC), which includes a Remote Wake Up feature, has the following indicators:l A yellow network activity indicator flashes when the system is transmitting or receiving network data. (A high volume of network traffic may make thisindicator appear to be in a steady "on" state.)l A dual-colored network link integrity and speed indicator, which is green when a good connection exists between a 10-megabits per second (Mbps)network and the NIC, or is orange when a good connection exists between a 100-Mbps network and the NIC. When the orange or green indicator is off,the computer is not detecting a physical connection to the network.Network Cable RequirementsThe NIC connector attaches an unshielded twisted pair (UTP) Ethernet cable to your system. Press one end of the UTP cable into the NIC connector until thecable snaps securely into place. Connect the other end to an RJ45 jack wall plate or to an RJ45 port on a UTP concentrator or hub, depending on your networkconfiguration.A 100-Mbps network requires Category 5 wiring and connectors. A 10-Mbps network requires Category 3 or Category 5 wiring and connectors.Video ConnectorUsed to attach a video graphics array (VGA)-compatible monitor to your system.Inside Your ComputerThe following illustration shows your computer with the covers removed.Inside the ChassisNOTE: This connector is similar to the keyboard connector. Make sure you correctly identify the mouse connector before you connect the device.NOTE: Do not attempt to operate a PS/2 mouse and a USB mouse simultaneously.NOTE: This connector is similar to the mouse connector. Make sure you correctly identify the keyboard connector before you connect the device.NOTE: When connecting a USB mouse or keyboard, make sure you connect to one of the Port 1 USB connectors.NOTE: Do not attempt to operate a PS/2 mouse and a USB mouse simultaneously.NOTICE: USB devices do not operate with Microsoft Windows NT.