Left side
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(1) | External monitor port | Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. |
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(2) | Vent | Enable airflow to cool internal components. |
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| NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool |
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| internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal |
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| for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine |
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| operation. |
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(3) | HDMI port | Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a |
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| component, or a |
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(4) | USB 3.0 ports (2) | Connect optional USB 3.0 devices and provide enhanced |
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| USB power performance. |
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| NOTE: For details about different types of USB ports, see |
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| Using a USB device on page 43. |
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(5) | Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, | |
| (microphone) jack | earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also |
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| connects an optional headset microphone. This jack does |
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| not support optional |
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| WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust |
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| the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a |
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| headset. For additional safety information, refer to the |
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| Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices. To access |
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| this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select the |
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| HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then |
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| select User guides. |
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| NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the |
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| computer speakers are disabled. |
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| NOTE: Be sure that the device cable has a |
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| connector that supports both |
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(6) | Media card reader | Reads data from and writes data to digital memory cards |
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| such as Secure Digital (SD). |
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