Right side

Component

 

Description

 

 

 

(1)

USB 3.0 port

Connects an optional USB device. USB charging ports allow

 

 

you to charge connected USB devices. Standard USB ports

 

 

will not charge all USB devices or will charge using a low

 

 

current. Some USB devices require power and require you to

 

 

use a powered port.

 

 

NOTE: USB charging ports can also charge select models

 

 

of cell phones and MP3 players, even when the computer is

 

 

off.

 

 

 

(2)

Mini DisplayPort

Connects an optional digital display device, such as a high-

 

 

performance monitor or projector.

 

 

 

(3)

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.

 

 

 

(4)

AC adapter light

● On: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is

 

 

charged.

 

 

● Off: The computer is using battery power.

 

 

 

(5)

Power connector

Connects an AC adapter.

 

 

 

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Chapter 2 External component identification