Left side

Item

Component

Description

 

 

 

(1)

Power connector

Connects an AC adapter.

 

 

 

(2)

AC adapter/Battery light

White: The computer is connected to external

 

 

power. If a battery installed, the battery is

 

 

fully charged.

 

 

Amber: The computer is connected to external

 

 

power and the battery is charging.

 

 

Off: The computer is not connected to

 

 

external power.

 

 

Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.

 

 

 

(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)

Hard drive light

Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.

 

 

Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked

 

 

the hard drive.

 

 

NOTE: For information on HP 3D DriveGuard,

 

 

refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide.

 

 

 

(6)

HDMI port (select models only)

Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a

 

 

high-definition television, or any compatible digital or

 

 

audio component.

 

 

 

(7)

USB port (2)

Connects an optional USB device.

 

 

 

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