External component identification

Left-side components

✎Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.

Item Component

Description

 

 

Pen holder

Stores the pen.

 

 

Vent

Enables airflow to cool internal components.

 

✎ 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.

 

 

ExpressCard slot (select models only)

Supports optional ExpressCards.

 

 

Wireless switch

Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not create a wireless connection.

 

✎ A wireless network must be set up in order to establish a

 

wireless connection.

 

 

Wireless light

■ Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network

 

(WLAN) device, the HP Mobile Broadband Module, and/or a Bluetooth

 

device, is on.

 

■ Amber: All wireless devices are off.

 

 

Info button

Launches Info Center, which enables you to open various software solutions.

 

 

Powered USB port

Provides power to a USB device, such as an optional external MultiBay, if

 

used with a powered USB cable.

 

 

Maintenance and Service Guide

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