Component

 

Description

 

 

 

(3)

Webcam light

On: The webcam is in use.

 

 

 

(4)

Speakers (4)

Produce sound.

 

 

 

(5)

USB 2.0 ports (2)

Connect optional USB devices. For details about

 

 

different types of USB ports, see Using a USB

 

 

device on page 49.

 

 

 

(6)

USB 3.0 ports (2)

Connect optional USB 3.0 devices and provide

 

 

enhanced USB power performance.

 

 

 

(7)

Optical drive

Reads and writes (select models only) to an optical

 

 

disc.

 

 

 

(8)

Integrated subwoofer

Provides superior bass sound.

 

 

 

(9)

b key

Enables or disables Beats Audio when pressed in

 

 

combination with the fn key.

 

 

Beats Audio is an enhanced audio profile that

 

 

provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining a

 

 

clear sound. Beats Audio is enabled by default.

 

 

You can also view and control the bass settings

 

 

through the Windows operating system. To view and

 

 

control the bass properties:

 

 

Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and

 

 

Sound > Beats Audio Control Panel.

 

 

 

(10)

fn key

Enables or disables Beats Audio when pressed in

 

 

combination with the b key.

 

 

 

(11)

Audio-out (headphone) jack

Produces sound when connected to optional

 

 

powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a

 

 

headset, or television audio.

 

 

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.

 

 

 

(12)

Audio-in (microphone) jack

Connects an optional computer headset

 

 

microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural

 

 

microphone.

 

 

 

(13)

HDMI port

Connects an optional video or audio device, such as

 

 

a high-definition television, any compatible digital or

 

 

audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device.

 

 

 

(14)

External monitor port

Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

 

 

 

Using the webcam

Your computer has an integrated webcam, a powerful social networking tool that allows you to communicate up close with friends and colleagues next door or on the other side of the world. With the webcam, you can stream video with your instant messaging software, capture and share video, and take still photos.

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