Left-side components

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

Component

Description

 

 

 

(1)

External monitor port (labeled on select models

Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

 

only)

 

 

 

 

 

(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)

HDMI port (select models only)

Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-

 

 

definition television, or any compatible digital or audio component.

 

 

 

(4)

RJ-45 (network) jack

Connects a network cable.

 

 

 

(5)

USB ports

Connects an optional USB device.

 

 

 

(6)

Audio-in (microphone) jack

Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array

 

 

microphone, or monaural microphone.

 

 

 

(7)

Audio-out (headphone) jack

Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo

 

 

speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio.

 

 

 

(8)

Digital media slot (select models only)

Supports the following optional digital card formats:

 

 

Memory Stick (MS)

 

 

Memory Stick Pro (MSP)

 

 

MultiMediaCard (MMC)

 

 

Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card

 

 

xD-Picture Card (XD)

 

 

 

(9)

Drive light

On: The hard drive is in use.

 

 

 

 

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