iMac - Ports on Your iMac

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Chapter 2

Life with Your iMac

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Ethernet port (10/100/1000Base-T)
Connect to a high-speed 10/100/1000Base-T Ethernet network, connect a DSL or
cable modem, or connect to another computer and transfer files. The Ethernet port
automatically detects other Ethernet devices.
One or two Thunderbolt ports (high-speed data, video, and audio)
Connect Thunderbolt-compatible devices for high-speed data transfer, or connect
an external display that uses Mini DisplayPort. You can purchase adapters to connect
displays that use DVI, HDMI, or VGA. The 21.5-inch iMac has one Thunderbolt port
and the 27-inch iMac has two.

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Four high-speed USB (Universal Serial Bus) 2.0 ports
Connect an iPod, iPhone, iPad, mouse, keyboard, printer, disk drive, digital camera,
joystick, external USB modem, and more. You can also connect USB 1.1 devices.

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Audio in/optical digital audio in port
Connect an external powered microphone or digital audio equipment. This port is also a
S/PDIF stereo 3.5 mm mini phone jack.

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Headphone out/optical digital audio out port
Connect headphones, external powered speakers, or digital audio equipment. This port is
also a S/PDIF stereo 3.5 mm mini phone jack.

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FireWire 800 port
Connect external devices, such as digital video cameras and storage devices. The port
provides up to 7 watts of power.