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Item

Component

Description

 

 

 

(1)

Service door

Provides access to the hard drive bay, the WLAN

 

 

module slot, and the memory module slots.

 

 

CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system,

 

 

replace the wireless module only with a wireless module

 

 

authorized for use in the computer by the governmental

 

 

agency that regulates wireless devices in your country

 

 

or region. If you replace the module and then receive a

 

 

warning message, remove the module to restore

 

 

computer functionality, and then contact support through

 

 

Help and Support.

 

 

 

(2)

Battery bay

Holds the battery.

 

 

 

(3)

Vents (3)

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.

 

 

 

(4)

Battery release latch

Releases the battery from the battery bay.

 

 

 

(5)

HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer

Provides superior bass sound.

 

 

 

(6)

Speakers (2)

Produce sound.

 

 

 

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