Bottom components
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(1) | Vents (6) | Enable airflow to cool internal components. |
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| NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to |
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| cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is |
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| normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during |
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| routine operation. |
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(2) | Battery release latches (2) | Releases the battery from the battery bay. |
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(3) | Hard drive bay | Holds the hard drive. |
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(4) | Optical drive release latch | Releases the optical drive from the drive bay. |
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(5) | Memory module compartment | Contains the memory module slots. |
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(6) | WLAN module compartment | Holds a WLAN module (select models only). |
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| NOTE: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace |
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| the wireless module only with a wireless module |
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| authorized for use in the computer by the governmental |
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| agency that regulates wireless devices in your country |
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| or region. If you replace the module and then receive a |
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| warning message, remove the module to restore |
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| computer functionality, and then contact technical |
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| support through Help and Support. |
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(7) | Battery bay | Holds the battery. |
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