Setting Up a Desktop Computer (cont.)
Monitor Port Under Monitor ScreenStep 4Connect the cable into the monitor port on the monitor. The pins on the cable fit the port in a specific way, so line up the cable connector and the port. Be careful not to force or bend the pins. If you have misaligned the pins, then they will bend very easily without much resistance.
Once the pins in the cable connector are pushed into the port, turn the plastic-covered screws on each side of the cable to secure it to the monitor.
Monitor Port on Back of Computer CaseStep 5Connect the cable into the monitor port on the back of the computer case. Like with the monitor, be careful not to misalign the pins with the port. Once the pins in the cable connector are pushed into the port, turn the plastic-covered screws on each side of the cable to secure it to the computer case.
PS/2 and USB Ports for KeyboardsStep 6Unpack the keyboard and locate the PS/2, or keyboard, port on the back of the tower. Plug the cable on the end of the keyboard into the PS/2 port. If the keyboard has a USB connector, locate a USB port on the back of the case and connect the keyboard.
Keyboard with PS/2 Connector
PS/2 and USB Ports for a MouseStep 7Unpack the mouse and locate the PS/2, or mouse, port on the back of the computer case. Plug the cable on the end of the mouse into the PS/2 port. If the mouse has a USB connector, locate a USB port on the back of the tower and connect the mouse.
USB Mouse