Left-side components
Item | Component | Function |
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(1) | Power connector | Connects an AC adapter. |
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(2) | Connects a modem cable. | |
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(3) | USB port | Depending on your computer model, the USB port is either |
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| a standard USB port or a powered USB port. A standard |
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| USB port connects an optional USB device. A powered USB |
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| port provides power to an external device if used with a |
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| powered USB cable. |
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(4) | Vent | Enables airflow to cool internal components. |
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| NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool |
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| internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal |
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| for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine |
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| operation. |
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(5) | Optical drive (select models only) | Reads an optical disc. |
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(6) | Optical drive light | Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed. |
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