Figure 1-2 Apple IIGS ports
 

In addition to the ports on the back panel of the computer, there's a row of seven long, narrow sockets, known as slots, inside the computer. Some components—hard disks, for example—are not designed to use the computer's ports and must be connected to a card in one of these internal slots instead. If you have one or more such components, be sure to read Appendix A of the Apple. IIGS Owner's Reference for instructions on connecting them to the computer.

Before you connect any components to your Apple IIGS, the computer's power should be switched off. (If the green light on the front of the computer is on, the power is still on.) If the power has been on, wait at least 30 seconds after switching off the power before connecting or

disconnecting components.

Where to plug in your components

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