Component

 

Description

 

 

 

(3)

Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in

Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo

 

(microphone) jack

speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television

 

 

audio. Also connects an optional headset microphone.

 

 

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

 

 

speakers are disabled.

 

 

 

(4)

eSATA/USB port

Connects a high-performance eSATA component, such as an

 

 

eSATA external hard drive, or connects an optional USB

 

 

device.

 

 

 

(5)

USB ports (2)

Connect optional USB devices.

 

 

 

(6)

HDMI port

Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-

 

 

definition television, or any compatible digital or audio

 

 

component.

 

 

 

(7)

RJ-45 (network) jack

Connects a network cable.

 

 

 

(8)

Vent

Enables airflow to cool internal components.

 

 

NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool

 

 

internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for

 

 

the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation.

 

 

 

Left-side components

Component

Description

 

 

 

(1)

Battery light

Off: The computer is running on battery power.

 

 

Blinking amber: The battery has reached a low battery level,

 

 

a critical battery level, or there is a battery error.

 

 

Amber: A battery is charging.

 

 

White: The computer is connected to external power and the

 

 

battery is fully charged.

 

 

 

(2)

Power connector

Connects an AC adapter.

 

 

 

(3)

Vent

Enables airflow to cool internal components.

 

 

NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal

 

 

components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal

 

 

fan to cycle on and off during routine operation.

 

 

 

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