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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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| mishandled or stolen. |
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(2) | 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 for |
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| the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. |
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(3) | USB 2.0 port | Connects an optional USB device. |
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(4) | DisplayPort | Connects an optional digital display device, such as a high- |
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| performance monitor or projector. |
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(5) | Thunderbolt port | Connects an optional |
| NOTE: Windows models only. | |
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| NOTE: Thunderbolt is new technology. Install all the latest |
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| drivers for your Thunderbolt device before connecting the |
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| device to the Thunderbolt port. Thunderbolt cable and |
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| Thunderbolt device (sold separately) must be compatible with |
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| Windows. To determine whether your device is Thunderbolt |
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| Certified for Windows, see |
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| https://thunderbolttechnology.net/products. |
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(6) | USB 3.0 charging port | Connects optional USB 3.0 devices and provides enhanced |
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| USB power performance. The USB charging port can also |
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| charge select models of cell phones and MP3 players, even |
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| when the computer is off. |
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(7) | Smart card | Support optional smart cards. |
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(8) | ExpressCard slot or smart card reader | Supports optional ExpressCards or smart cards. |
| (depending on the configuration) |
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16 | Chapter 2 External component identification |