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Table of Contents
Setting Up the Computer
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Putting the Computer Together
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Placing the computer in the proper location
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Using surge protection
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Connecting to the computer
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3
Using DVI Connectors with SLI Technology
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5
Connecting a Digital Camera (Photo or Video)
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Connecting Other Devices
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Storing Documentation and Recovery Discs
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Adjusting the Monitor
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Adjusting the screen resolution by using Vista
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Adjusting the screen resolution by using the NVIDIA Control Panel
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Setting Up a Local Area Network
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Setting Up a Wired (Ethernet) Connection
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Connecting a Modem
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Connecting Speakers or Microphone
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Sound Connector Types
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Connecting a Microphone
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Speaker Configurations
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Speaker types
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Connecting 2/2.1 (Two speakers and a subwoofer) audio speakers
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Connecting 4.1 (Four speakers and a subwoofer) audio speakers
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Connecting 5.1 (Five speakers and a subwoofer) audio speakers
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Connecting 7.1 (Seven speakers and a subwoofer) audio speakers
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Connecting your home stereo system (optional)
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2.1 home stereo installation
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5.1 home audio installation
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5.1 home audio installation procedure
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7.1 home audio installation
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7.1 home audio installation procedure
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Connecting digital audio
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