Component

 

Description

 

 

 

(5)

USB 2.0 ports (2)

Connect optional USB devices.

 

 

NOTE: For details about different types of USB

 

 

ports, see Using a USB device on page 41.

 

 

 

(6)

Audio-in (microphone) jack

Connects an optional computer headset microphone,

 

 

stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone.

 

 

 

(7)

Audio-out (headphone) jack

Connects optional powered stereo speakers,

 

 

headphones, earbuds, a headset, or a television

 

 

audio cable.

 

 

WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury,

 

 

adjust the volume before putting on headphones,

 

 

earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety

 

 

information, see the Regulatory, Safety and

 

 

Environmental Notices.

 

 

 

(8)

Speakers

Produce sound.

 

 

 

(9)

USB 3.0 port

Connect an optional USB 3.0 device and provide

 

 

enhanced USB power performance.

 

 

NOTE: For details about different types of USB

 

 

ports, see Using a USB device on page 41.

 

 

 

(10)

HDMI port

Connects an optional video or audio device, such as

 

 

a high-definition television, any compatible digital or

 

 

audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device.

 

 

 

Using the webcam

Your computer has an integrated webcam, a powerful social networking tool that allows you to communicate up close with friends and colleagues next door or on the other side of the world. With the webcam, you can stream video with your instant messaging software, capture and share video, and take still photos.

To start the webcam from the computer Start screen, type cyberlink, and then select CyberLink YouCam from the list of apps.

For details about using the webcam, go to Help and Support. On the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and Support. from the list of apps.

Using audio

On your HP computer, you can play music CDs, download and listen to music, stream audio content from the web (including radio), record audio, or mix audio and video to create multimedia. To enhance your listening enjoyment, attach external audio devices such as speakers or headphones.

Connecting speakers

You can attach wired speakers to your computer by connecting them to USB ports (or the audio-out jack) on your computer or on a docking station.

To connect wireless speakers to your computer, follow the device manufacturer's instructions. To connect high-definition speakers to the computer, see Configuring audio settings (with HDMI TV) on page 22. Before connecting audio devices, be sure to adjust the volume.

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