Left side

Component

 

Description

 

 

 

(1)

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.

 

 

 

(2)

USB 3.0 port

Connects optional USB devices, such as a keyboard,

 

 

mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.

 

 

 

(3)

Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in

Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,

 

(microphone) combo jack

earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also

 

 

connects an optional headset microphone. This jack does

 

 

not support optional microphone-only devices.

 

 

WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust

 

 

the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a

 

 

headset. For additional safety information, refer to the

 

 

Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices. To access

 

 

this guide, from the Start screen, type support, and then

 

 

select the HP Support Assistant app.

 

 

NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the

 

 

computer speakers are disabled.

 

 

NOTE: Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor

 

 

connector that supports both audio-out (headphone) and

 

 

audio-in (microphone).

 

 

 

(4)

Memory card reader

Connects optional memory cards that store, manage, share,

 

 

or access information.

 

 

To insert:

 

 

1.

Hold the card label side up with connectors facing the

 

 

 

slot, and press in on the card until it is firmly seated.

 

 

To remove:

 

 

1.

Press in on the card and quickly release it. The card

 

 

 

pops out.

 

 

 

(5)

Hard drive light

Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.

 

 

 

 

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