Computer Hardware User Manual

2-22 Chapter 2: Hardware information
2.7 Connectors
2.7.1 Rear panel connectors
1. PS/2 mouse port (green). This port is for a PS/2 mouse.
2. Parallel port. This 25-pin port connects a parallel printer, a scanner, or
other devices.
3. IEEE 1394a port. This 6-pin IEEE 1394a port provides high-speed
connectivity for audio/video devices, storage peripherals, PCs, or
portable devices.
4. LAN (RJ-45) port. Supported by the NVIDIA
®
nForce™ 500 Gigabit
MAC with external Attansic PHY, this port allows Gigabit connection to
a Local Area Network (LAN) through a network hub. Refer to the table
below for the LAN port LED indications.
SPEED
LED
ACT/LINK
LED
LAN port
LAN port LED indications
ACT/LINK LED SPEED LED
Status Description Status Description
OFF No link OFF 10 Mbps connection
GREEN Linked ORANGE 100 Mbps connection
BLINKING Data activity GREEN 1 Gbps connection
1
15
7
8
9
5 6
11 10
2 4
14 13
3
12
5. Side Speaker Out port (gray). This port connects the side speakers in
an 8-channel audio conguration.
6. Rear Speaker Out port (black). This port connects the rear speakers in
a 4-channel, 6-channel, or 8-channel audio conguration.