Network port
Connect an Ethernet (RJ45) cable from a router or a broadband modem for network or Internet access.
USB 3.1 Gen 1 ports (4)
Connect peripherals such as storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 5 Gbps.
USB 2.0 ports (2)
Connect peripherals such as external storage devices and printers. Provides data transfer speeds up to 480 Mbps.
Rear L/R surround port
Connect audio-output devices such as speakers and amplifiers. In a 5.1 speaker channel setup, connect the rear-left and rear-right speakers.
Microphone port
Connect an external microphone to provide sound input.
Line-out/Front L/R surround port
Connect audio-output devices such as speakers and amplifiers. If you have a surround-sound speaker system, connect the front-left and front-right speakers to this port.
Line-in/Side L/R surround port
Connect recording or playback devices such as a microphone and CD player. If you have a surround-sound speaker system, connect the side-left and side-right speakers to this port.
Center/subwoofer LFE surround port
Connect the subwoofer.