External component identification

Bottom components

Item

Component

Description

 

 

 

(1)

Battery release latch

Releases the battery from the battery bay.

 

 

 

(2)

Battery bay

Holds the battery.

 

 

 

(3)

Wireless module compartment

Holds a wireless LAN module, wireless WAN module (select models only),

 

 

and the RTC battery.

 

 

To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only

 

 

with a wireless module authorized for use in the computer by the

 

 

governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or

 

 

region. If you replace the module and then receive a warning message,

 

 

remove the module to restore computer functionality, and then contact

 

 

technical support through Help and Support.

 

 

 

(4)

Vents (6)

Enable 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.

 

 

 

(5)

Hard drive bay

Holds the hard drive and the memory module slots.

 

 

 

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