Right-side components

Component

Description

 

 

 

(1)

Smart card reader

Supports optional smart cards and Java™ Cards.

 

 

 

(2)

Upgrade bay

Supports an optical drive or hard drive.

 

 

 

(3)

3.0 SuperSpeed USB ports (2)

Connect optional USB devices and transfer data at a higher speed

 

 

than a 2.0 USB device.

 

 

 

(4)

RJ-45 (network) jack

Connects a network cable.

 

 

 

(5)

RJ-11 (modem) jack

Connects a modem 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

Component

Description

 

 

 

(1)

USB ports (3)

Connect optional USB devices.

 

 

 

(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)

DisplayPort

Connects an optional digital display device, such as a high-

 

 

performance monitor or projector.

 

 

 

(4)

eSATA port

Connects high-performance eSATA components, such as an

 

 

eSATA external hard drive.

 

 

 

(5)

1394 port

Connects an optional IEEE 1394 or 1394a device, such as a

 

 

camcorder.

 

 

 

Identifying hardware

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