Left side

Component

 

Description

 

 

 

(1)

External monitor port

Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

 

 

 

(2)

Vents (2)

Enable 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.

 

 

 

(3)

RJ-45 (network) jack

Connects a network cable.

 

 

 

(4)

HDMI port (select models only)

Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a

 

 

high-definition television, or any compatible digital or

 

 

audio component.

 

 

 

(5)

USB port

Connects an optional USB device.

 

 

 

(6)

Audio-in (microphone) jack

Connects an optional computer headset microphone,

 

 

stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone.

 

 

 

(7)

Audio-out (headphone) jack

Connects optional powered stereo speakers,

 

 

headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio.

 

 

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.

 

 

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

 

 

computer speakers are disabled.

 

 

 

(8)

Digital Media Slot

Supports the following digital card formats:

 

 

MultiMediaCard

 

 

Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card

 

 

Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Card

 

 

 

(9)

Drive light

Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.

 

 

 

 

(10)

Power light

White: The computer is on.

 

 

Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state.

 

 

Off: The computer is off.

 

 

 

 

Left side

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