Asus M8 - Manual (Page 26)

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2. Components
Rear Side
Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on the rear side of the Notebook PC.
Rear Component Descriptions
The following describes the components on the rear side of the Notebook PC as shown by the
illustration above.
Infrared Port
The infrared (IrDA) communication port allows convenient wireless data transfers.
Modem/LAN Port (modem or LAN models only)
The port is for an optional modem and/or LAN connector cable.
Serial Port
The 9-pin D-sub serial port supports serial devices such as a drawing tablet, mouse, or modem.
Parallel Port
The 25-pin D-sub parallel/printer port supports parallel devices such as a printer or a removable
drive.
VGA Port
The 15-pin D-sub VGA port supports a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or
projector.
Docking Port
The docking port is for connection to an optional proprietary PortDock or PortBar. This port also
supports connection of the supplied floppy disk drive module using the supplied floppy cable.
PS/2 Port
The PS/2 port is for connecting an external PS/2 mouse or PS/2 keyboard to the Notebook PC if you
do not want to use the built-in pointing device and keyboard. Simultaneous use requires the in-
cluded Y-adapter.
Cooling Fan
The cooling fan turns on when the temperature rises past a set threshold. The cooling fan is an extra
feature needed for upgrading to faster processors in the future. Do not block the vent!
Kensington ® Lock Port
The Kensington ® lock port allows the Notebook PC to be secured using Kensington ® Notebook PC
security products.
Serial
Port
Parallel
Port
VGA
Port
Modem/
LAN Port
Infrared Port
Kensington ® Lock Port
PS/2
Port
Docking
Port
Rear
Vent
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