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(1) | 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 | |
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| deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being | |
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(2) | AC adapter light | ● | White: The computer is connected to external power |
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| and the battery is 90 to 99% charged. |
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| ● | Amber: The computer is connected to external power |
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| and the battery is 0 to 90% charged. |
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| ● | Blinking amber: A battery that is the only available |
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| power source has reached a low battery level. When |
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| the battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery |
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| light begins blinking rapidly. |
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| ● | Off: The battery is fully charged. |
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| NOTE: If the computer is plugged into an external |
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| power source, the light turns off when all batteries in |
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| the computer are fully charged. If the computer is not |
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| plugged into an external power source, the light stays |
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| off until the battery reaches a low battery level. |
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(3) | Power connector | Connects an AC adapter. | |
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(4) | Vent | Enables airflow to cool internal components. | |
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| NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool | |
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| internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal | |
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| for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine | |
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| operation. | |
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(5) | External monitor port | Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. | |
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(6) | Connects a network cable. | ||
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(7) | HDMI port | Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high- | |
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| definition television, or any compatible digital or audio | |
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10 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
