Item

Component

Function

 

 

 

(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.

 

 

 

 

(4)

Drive light

Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.

 

 

Amber (select models only): HP ProtectSmart Hard

 

 

 

Drive Protection has temporarily parked the hard

 

 

 

drive.

 

 

 

(5)

Speaker

Produces sound.

 

 

 

 

12 Chapter 2 External component identification