Microcomputer Setup, ContinuedSystem unitOn the back of the system unit, there are connection ports (COMPORTS) anda power cord connector. The monitor, the keyboard, and the printer willconnect to the system unit COMPORTS. The system unit power cord willconnect to the surge protector.MonitorOn the back of the monitor, there is a power cable and a video input cable.There also may be a voltage selection switch. The video input cable plugsinto the back of the system unit where the video display board is located.The power cord plugs into the surge protector.KeyboardThe keyboard plugs into the back of the system unit with a five-pinconnector.PrinterThe printer has a power cable and a data cable. The data cable connects tothe system unit. The power cable plugs into the surge protector.CableMost cables or connectors have some sort of device to ensure a firm, tightconnectionconnection between devices. This device may be a couple of screws or acable lock. When you plug in a cable, make sure it is properly and firmlyseated, then tighten down the cable connection locking device. Never force acable connection.Figure 3-15 shows typical cable locks.Figure 3-15. -Cable locks.Continued on next page3-29
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