item

Component

Description

 

 

 

(5)

RJ-45 (network) jack and cover

Connects a network cable.

 

 

 

(6)

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.

 

 

 

Left-side components

item

Component

Description

 

 

 

(1)

Power connector

Connects an AC adapter.

 

 

 

 

(2)

AC adaptor light

White: The computer is connected to external power

 

 

 

and 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.

 

 

 

(3)

External monitor port

Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

 

 

 

(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)

Drive light

Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.

 

 

 

(6)

USB port

Connects an optional USB device.

 

 

 

(7)

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

Connects optional powered stereo speakers,

 

 

headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio.

 

 

Also connects an optional headset microphone.

WARNING! When a device is connected to the jack, the computer speakers are disabled.

NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer speakers are disabled.

Left-side components 11