2 Knowing the parts

Identifying the hardware

Components included with the computer may vary by region and model. The illustrations in this chapter identify the standard features on most computer models.

To see a list of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps:

1.Select Start > My Computer.

2.In the left pane of the System Tasks window, select View system information.

3.Select Hardware tab > Device Manager.

You can also add hardware or modify computer configurations using Device Manager.

Top components
TouchPad

Component

 

Description

 

 

 

(1)

Left TouchPad button*

Functions like the left button on an external mouse.

 

 

 

(2)

TouchPad*

Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the

 

 

screen.

 

 

 

(3)

TouchPad scroll zone

Scrolls up or down.

 

 

 

Identifying the hardware

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