Left side

Component

 

Description

 

 

 

(1)

External monitor port

Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

 

 

 

(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)

RJ-45 (network) jack

Connects a network cable.

 

 

 

(4)

HDMI port

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

 

 

definition television, or any compatible digital or audio device.

 

 

 

(5)

USB 2.0 port

Connects an optional USB device.

 

 

 

(6)

Audio-in (microphone) jack

Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array

 

 

microphone, or monaural microphone.

 

 

 

(7)

Audio-out (headphone) jack

Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,

 

 

earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable.

 

 

WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the

 

 

volume before using headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For

 

 

additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety and

 

 

Environmental Notices.

 

 

NOTE: When a device is connected to a headphone jack, the

 

 

computer speakers are disabled.

 

 

 

(8)

Digital Media Slot

Reads data from and writes data to digital memory cards such as

 

 

Secure Digital (SD).

 

 

 

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