Product Description

The external components on the rear panel of the notebook are shown below and described in Table 1-3. Depending on your notebook model, component locations may vary.

Rear Panel Components

Table 1-3

Rear Panel Components

Item

Component

Function

 

 

 

1

Power connector

Connects the AC adapter cable.

 

 

 

2

Exhaust vents (2)

Provide airflow to cool internal components.

 

 

✎ To prevent overheating, do not

 

 

obstruct vents. Do not allow a hard

 

 

surface, such as a printer, or a soft

 

 

surface, such as pillows or thick rugs

 

 

or clothing, to block airflow.

 

 

 

3

External monitor port

Connects an optional VGA monitor or

 

 

projector.

 

 

 

4

USB port

Connects an optional USB device.

 

 

 

5

RJ-11 (modem) jack

Connects the modem cable.

 

 

 

Maintenance and Service Guide

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