Front and Right Side Components, Component Function

Product Description

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Front and Right Side Components

Item	Component	Function

1	Stereo speakers (2)	Produce stereo sound.

2	Power/Standby light	On: Power is turned on.
		Off: Power is turned off.
		Blinking: Notebook is in Standby mode.

3	Display release latch	Opens the notebook.

4	Battery light	On: A battery pack is charging.
		Blinking: A battery pack that is the only
		available power source has reached a
		low-battery condition.

5	Battery bay	Accepts an 8-cell lithium ion (Li ion)
		battery pack.

6	Hard drive bay	Supports the removable primary hard drive.
		The hard drive is secured to the notebook
		by one screw.

7	Vent	Allows airflow to cool internal components.
	ÄCAUTION: To prevent damage, the notebook shuts down if an
	overheating condition occurs. Do not block the cooling vent.
	Avoid placing the notebook on a blanket, rug, or other flexible
	surface that may cover the vent area.

8	Security cable slot	Attaches an optional security cable to the
		notebook.

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