Rear components

Item

Component

Description

 

 

 

(1)

RJ-45 network) jack

Connects a network cable.

 

 

 

(2)

USB ports (2)

Connect optional USB devices.

 

 

 

Right-side components

Item

Component

Description

 

 

 

(1)

ExpressCard34 slot

Supports optional ExpressCards.

 

 

 

(2)

Docking connector

Connects an optional docking device.

 

 

 

(3)

Security cable slot

Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.

 

 

NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a

 

 

deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from

 

 

being mishandled or stolen.

 

 

 

(4)

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.

 

 

 

(5)

DisplayPort

Connects a digital display device, such as a high-

 

 

performance monitor or projector.

 

 

 

(6)

External monitor port

Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

 

 

 

(7)

Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in (microphone)

Produces sound when connected to optional powered

 

jack

stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset,

 

 

or television audio. Also connects an optional headset

 

 

microphone.

 

 

NOTE: When a device is connected to the

 

 

headphone jack, the computer speakers are disabled.

 

 

 

(8)

1394 port

Connects an optional IEEE 1394 or 1394a device,

 

 

such as a camcorder.

 

 

 

(9)

SD Card Reader

Supports the MultiMediaCard (MMC) and Secure

 

 

Digital (SD) Memory Card optional digital card

 

 

formats.

 

 

 

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