Left-side components

NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.

Item

Component

Function

 

 

 

(1)

Power connector

Connects an AC adapter.

 

 

 

(2)

RJ-11 (modem) jack

Connects a modem cable.

 

 

 

(3)

Powered USB port*

Provides power to an external device if used with a

 

 

powered USB cable.

 

 

 

(4)

Vent

Enables airflow to cool internal components.

 

 

 

(5)

USB port*

Connects an optional USB device.

*To view the status of the USB ports, use the USB Storage Options utility. Refer to the “Securing USB ports” section in the Administrator's Guide for additional information.

Item

Component

Function

 

 

 

(1)

Power connector

Connects an AC adapter.

 

 

 

(2)

RJ-11 (modem) jack

Connects a modem cable.

 

 

 

(3)

Powered USB port*

Provides power to an external device if used with a

 

 

powered USB cable.

 

 

 

(4)

Vent

Enables airflow to cool internal components.

 

 

 

(5)

Optical drive (select models only)

Reads an optical disc.

*To view the status of the USB ports, use the USB Storage Options utility. Refer to the “Securing USB ports” section in the Administrator's Guide for additional information.

12 Chapter 2 External component identification