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(1) | Optical drive | Plays optical discs, such as CDs, DVDs, and |
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(2) | Optical drive light | Green: The optical drive is being accessed. |
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(3) | USB port | Connects an optional USB device |
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(4) | AC adapter light | ● Blinking white: The battery is low. |
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| ● Solid white: The computer is connected to external |
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| power. |
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| ● Amber: The computer is charging the battery. |
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| ● Off: The computer is not connected to external power. |
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(5) | Power connector | Connects an AC adapter |
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(6) | Security cable slot | Attaches an optional security cable to the computer |
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| NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a |
deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
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