Additional hardware components

Component

Description

 

 

 

(1)

Power cord*

Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet.

 

 

 

(2)

AC adapter

Converts AC power to DC power.

 

 

 

(3)

Battery*

Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into

 

 

external power.

*Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.

Identifying the labels

The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer.

●Service tag—Provides important information including the following:

◦Product name (1). This is the product name affixed to the front of your computer.

◦Serial number (s/n) (2). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product.

◦Part Number/Product number (p/n) (3). This number provides specific information about the hardware components of the product. The part number helps a service technician to determine what components and parts are needed.

◦Model description (4). This is the alphanumeric identifier you use to locate documents, drivers, and support for your computer.

◦Warranty period (5). This number describes the duration (in years) of the warranty period for this computer.

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