Left-side components

Item

Description

Function

 

 

 

1

Vents (2)

Enable 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.

 

 

 

2

External Monitor port

Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

 

 

 

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 component.

 

 

 

5

eSATA/USB port (select models only)

Connects an optional high-performance eSATA

 

 

component, such as an eSATA external hard drive, or

 

 

connects an optional USB device.

 

 

NOTE: Depending on the computer model, the

 

 

computer might include only a USB port.

 

 

 

6

USB port

Connects an optional USB device.

 

 

 

7

Audio-in (microphone) jack

Connects an optional computer headset microphone,

 

 

stereo array microphone, monaural microphone.

 

 

 

8

Audio-out (headphone) jack

Produces sound when connected to optional powered

 

 

stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or

 

 

television audio.

 

 

 

9

SD card reader

Reads SD cards that are inserted into the reader.

 

 

 

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