How to Wire a Compaq SR1703WM

The Compaq SR1703WM is a desktop computer that shipped standard with 256 MB RAM, an 80 GB hard drive and a CD-RW drive. A desktop computer -- unlike a laptop -- requires the monitor, keyboard, mouse and speakers to be physically connected to the computer, since they are not built into the system. The computer utilizes a VGA video port and provides a PS/2 port for both the mouse and keyboard, although USB devices can be used.

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  Plug the power adapter into the three-prong power adapter port on the top-left in the rear of the computer. Plug the other end of the power adapter into the wall outlet or surge protector.

• 2

  Plug the mouse and keyboard into the PS/2 ports on the rear of the computer. The keyboard PS/2 port is purple, and the mouse PS/2 port is green.

• 3

  Connect the VGA cable to the VGA input on the rear of the monitor, and secure the connection using the two screws on the connector. Plug the other end of the VGA cable into the blue VGA port on the left side of the back panel of the Compaq Presario SR1703WM. Secure the connection using the screws on the connector.

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  Plug any USB devices -- such as a printer -- that you may be connecting into the USB ports, which are located below the VGA port in the rear of the computer.

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  Plug the Ethernet cable into the Ethernet port until you hear it click. The Ethernet port is located to the right of the USB ports in the rear of the computer.

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  Plug the speaker cable into the green 1/8-inch speaker jack in the rear of the computer. Plug the microphone cable into the peach-colored microphone jack, which is next to the green speaker cable, if you are using a microphone.

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  Turn on the computer and the monitor, then follow the on-screen prompts to set up and use your computer.