Left-side components

NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.

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)

External monitor port

Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

 

 

 

(3)

Expansion port 3 (select models only)

Connects the computer to an optional docking device or optional

 

 

expansion product.

 

 

NOTE: The computer has only one expansion port. The term

 

 

expansion port 3 describes the type of expansion port.

 

 

 

(4)

RJ-45 (network) jack

Connects a network cable.

 

 

 

(5)

HDMI port

Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-

 

 

definition television, or any compatible digital or audio component.

 

 

 

(6)

eSATA/USB port (select models only)

Connects high-performance eSATA components, such as an

 

 

eSATA external hard drive, or connects an optional USB device.

 

 

NOTE: Depending on your computer model, the computer may

 

 

include a USB port only.

 

 

 

(7)

Digital Media Slot light

On: A digital card is being accessed.

 

 

 

(8)

Digital Media Slot

Supports the following optional digital card formats:

 

 

Memory Stick (MS)

 

 

Memory Stick Pro (MSP)

 

 

MultiMediaCard (MMC)

 

 

Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card

 

 

xD-Picture Card (XD)

 

 

 

(9)

ExpressCard slot (select models only)

Supports optional ExpressCards.

 

 

 

 

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