Rear component

Component

Description

 

 

Vent

Enables airflow to cool internal components.

 

NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool

 

internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal

 

for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine

 

operation.

 

 

Right-side components

Item

Component

Function

 

 

 

(1)

ExpressCard slot

Supports optional ExpressCard/54 cards.

 

 

 

(2)

Optical drive

Reads optical discs, and, on select models, also writes to

 

 

optical discs.

 

 

 

(3)

Optical drive light

Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed.

 

 

 

(4)

USB port (select models only)

Connects an optional USB device.

 

 

 

(5)

Power connector

Connects an AC adapter.

 

 

 

(6)

Security cable slot

Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.

 

 

NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a

 

 

deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being

 

 

mishandled or stolen.

 

 

 

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