Back panel – MSI MS-7242 User Manual
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M S-7242 M ainboard
Back Panel
M ouse/Keyboard Connector
The standard PS/2
®
mouse/keyboard DIN connector is for a PS/2
®
mouse/keyboard.
Parallel Port Connector
A parallel port is a standard printer port that supports Enhanced Parallel Port (EPP)
and Extended Capabilities Parallel Port (ECP) mode.
Digital Panel Connector (optional)
The DVI (Digital Visual Interface) connector allows you to connect an LCD monitor. It
provides a high-speed digital interconnection between the computer and its display
device. To connect an LCD monitor, simply plug your monitor cable into the DVI
connector, and make sure that the other end of the cable is properly connected to
your monitor (refer to your monitor manual for more information.)
VGA Connector
The DB15-pin female connector is provided for VGA monitors.
USB Connectors
The OHCI (Open Host Controller Interface) Universal Serial Bus root is for attaching
USB devices such as keyboard, mouse, or other USB-compatible devices.
IEEE 1394 Port (optional)
The 1394 port on the back panel provides connection to 1394 devices.
Keyboard
USB Ports
Line-In
M ou se
DVI Port
(optional)
1394 Port
(optional)
10/100 LAN
or Gb LAN
(optional)
VGA Port
Parallel Port
Mic-In
Line-Out