Left side

Component

 

Description

 

 

 

(1)

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.

 

 

 

(2)

External monitor port

Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

 

 

 

(3)

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.

 

 

 

(4)

USB 2.0 port

Connects an optional USB device.

 

 

NOTE: For details about different types of USB ports, see

 

 

Using a USB device on page 46.

 

 

 

(5)

Memory card reader

Reads data from and writes data to memory cards such as

 

 

Secure Digital (SD) memory cards.

 

 

 

(6)

Hard drive light

Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.

 

 

Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the

 

 

hard drive.

 

 

NOTE: For information about HP 3D DriveGuard,

 

 

see Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only)

 

 

on page 52.

 

 

 

(7)

Power light

On: The computer is on.

 

 

Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-

 

 

saving state. The computer shuts off power to the

 

 

display and other unneeded components.

Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a power-saving state that uses the least amount of power.

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