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Left side view, Right side view – Dell Precision M90 User Manual

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Left Side View

 

security cable slot —

Lets you attach a commercially available antitheft device to the computer. For more information, see 

Security Cable Lock

.

 

air vent —

The computer uses fan(s) to create airflow through the vent(s), which prevents the computer from overheating.

 

 

USB connectors —

Connect USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, or printer. You can also connect the optional floppy drive directly to a USB connector

using the optional floppy-drive cable.

 

optical drive —

You can install devices such as a DVD drive or other optical drive in the optical drive bay. For more information, see

Optical Drive

.

 

optical-drive-tray eject button —

Press this button to eject a CD or DVD from the optical drive. This button only works when the computer is turned on.

 

Right Side View

 

smart card slot —

Supports one smart card. See

Smart Cards

.

 

hard drive —

Stores software and data.

 

ExpressCard slot —

Supports one ExpressCard, such as a modem or network adapter. The computer ships with a plastic blank installed in the slot. For more

information, see

Using Cards

.

 

IEEE 1394 connector —

Connects devices supporting IEEE 1394 high-speed transfer rates, such as some digital video cameras.

 

1 security cable slot

3 USB connectors (2)

5 optical-drive-tray eject button

2 air vent

4 optical drive

 

 

CAUTION:

Do not block, push objects into, or allow dust to accumulate in the air vents. Do not store your computer in a low-airflow environment,

such as a closed briefcase, while it is running. Restricting the airflow can damage the computer or cause a fire.

1

smart card slot

4

IEEE 1394 connector

7

air vent

2

hard drive

5

5-in-1 media memory card reader

 

 

3

ExpressCard slot

6

audio connectors (2)

 

 

NOTE:

The ExpressCard slot does not support PC cards.