Rear component
Component | Description |
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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. |
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Right-side components
Item | Component | Function |
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(1) | Optical drive | Reads optical discs, and, on select models, also writes to |
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| optical discs. |
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(2) | USB ports | Connect optional USB devices. |
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(3) | Connects a modem cable. | |
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(4) | Power connector | Connects an AC adapter. |
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14 Chapter 2 External component identification
