1.3 Computer External Components

The external components on the display and left side of the computer are shown in Figure 1-2 and described in Table 1-4.

Figure 1-2.Display and Left Side Components

 

 

Table 1-4

 

Display and Left Side Components

Item

Component

Function

 

 

 

1

Fan

Provides airflow exhaust.

2

Video out jack

Connects a television, VCR, camcorder,overhead

 

 

projector, or video capture card.

 

 

NOTE: These connections require the use of optional

 

 

videl cables and the video out adapter included with

 

 

the computer.

3

Hard drive bay

Accepts removable hard drive. Holds primary hard

 

 

drive.

 

 

 

4

Audio bass port

Enhances sound.

5

Security slot

Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.

 

 

 

6

Mono microphone

Allows for audio input; located on the inside and

 

 

outside of the display, can be used whether the

 

 

computer is open or closed.

 

 

 

7

Display release latch

Opens the computer.

1-12Product Description