Right-side components

Component

Description

 

 

 

(1)

USB ports (2)

Connect optional USB devices.

 

 

 

(2)

RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only)

Connects a modem cable.

 

 

 

(3)

Optical drive (select models only)

Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to optical

 

 

discs.

 

 

 

(4)

Optical drive light (select models only)

Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed.

 

 

 

 

(5)

AC adapter light

On: The computer is connected to external power and the

 

 

 

battery is charging.

 

 

Off: The computer is not connected to external power.

 

 

 

(6)

Power connector

Connects an AC adapter.

 

 

 

 

Left-side components

Component

Description

 

 

 

(1)

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.

 

 

 

(2)

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.

 

 

 

(3)

External monitor port

Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

 

 

 

(4)

RJ-45 (network) jack

Connects a network cable.

 

 

 

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