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Rear components – Compaq 3500 User Manual

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2-4 Taking a Look at the Computer

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Rear Components

Rear Components

Component

Function

1

Keyboard/mouse
connector

Connects an optional full-sized
keyboard and/or a PS/2 compatible
mouse. Y connector allows
simultaneous connection of mouse
and keyboard.

2

Infrared port

Allows wireless communications
between the computer and another
infrared-equipped device using an
infrared light beam. Available on
specific models.

3

Parallel connector

Connects an optional parallel device
such as a printer.

4

Serial connector

Connects an optional serial device
such as a mouse or printer.

5

Docking connector

A 176-pin expansion bus connector
that connects the computer to the
optional convenience base.

6

External monitor
connector

Connects an optional external
display, such as an external CRT
monitor.

7

Microphone line-in jack

Connects an external mono
microphone. The jack requires a 3.5
mm , 2-conductor or 3-conductor
plug.

8

Speaker/headphone line-
out jack

Connects stereo speakers,
headphone, or headset. The jack
requires a 3.5 mm, 3-conductor plug.