Identifying components
Rear components
Component Description
(1) Power connector Connects the AC adapter to the port replicator.
NOTE: The port replicator does not provide power to the
computer.
(2) USB ports (4) Connect optional USB devices.
(3) Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone,
stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone.
(4) Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces computer sound when connected to optional
powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a
headset, or television audio.
(5) USB connector Connects the port replicator to the computer.
(6) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
(7) External monitor port Connects an optional external VGA monitor or projector.
(8) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the port replicator.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a
deterrent, but it may not prevent the port replicator from
being mishandled or stolen.
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