Left side

NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.

Component

Description

 

 

 

(1)

External monitor port

Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

 

 

 

(2)

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.

 

 

 

(3)

RJ-45 (network) jack

Connects a network cable.

 

 

 

(4)

USB ports (2)

Connect an optional USB device.

 

 

 

(5)

Audio-in (microphone) jack

Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array

 

 

microphone, or monaural microphone.

 

 

 

(6)

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 putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For

 

 

additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety, and

 

 

Environmental Notices.

 

 

NOTE: When a device is connected to the headphone jack, the

 

 

computer speakers are disabled.

 

 

 

(7)

Drive light

On: The hard drive is in use.

 

 

 

Left side

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