Component

 

Description

 

 

 

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HP TrueVision HD Webcam

Records video, captures still photographs, allows

 

 

you to video conference and chat online using

 

 

streaming video.

 

 

To use the webcam, select Start > All Programs >

 

 

Communication and Chat > CyberLink YouCam.

 

 

 

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Integrated subwoofer

Provides superior bass sound.

 

 

 

(5)

USB 2.0 port

Connects an optional USB device.

 

 

NOTE: For details about different types of USB

 

 

ports, see Using a USB device on page 49.

 

 

 

(6)

USB 3.0 ports (3)

Connect optional USB 3.0 devices and provide

 

 

enhanced USB power performance.

 

 

 

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Optical drive

Reads and writes (select models only) to an optical

 

 

disc.

 

 

 

(8)

b key

Enables or disables Beats Audio when pressed in

 

 

combination with the fn key.

 

 

Beats Audio is an enhanced audio profile that

 

 

provides a deep, controlled bass while maintaining a

 

 

clear sound. Beats Audio is enabled by default.

 

 

You can view and control the bass settings through

 

 

the Windows operating system. To view and control

 

 

the bass properties:

 

 

Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and

 

 

Sound > Beats Audio Control Panel.

 

 

 

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fn key

Enables or disables Beats Audio when pressed in

 

 

combination with the b key.

 

 

 

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Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in

Produces sound when connected to optional

 

(microphone) jack

powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a

 

 

headset, or television audio. Also connects an

 

 

optional headset microphone. The jack does not

 

 

support optional microphone-only devices.

 

 

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 jack,

 

 

the computer speakers are disabled.

 

 

 

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HDMI port

Connects an optional video or audio device, such as

 

 

a high-definition television, any compatible digital or

 

 

audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device.

 

 

 

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External monitor port

Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.

 

 

 

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Speakers (2)

Produce sound.

 

 

 

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