Compaq Mini CQ10-800 Maintenance and Service Guide - Page 18

Left-side components

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Component (5) Security cable slot (6) RJ-45 (network) jack and cover Left-side components Description Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Connects a network cable. Component (1) Power connector (2) Battery light (3) External monitor port (4) Vent (5) Drive light Description Connects an AC adapter. ● Off: The computer is running on battery power. ● Blinking white: The battery has reached a low battery level, a critical battery level, or there is a battery error. When the battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery light begins blinking rapidly. ● Amber: A battery is charging. ● White: The computer is connected to external power and the battery is fully charged. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. 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. ● On: The hard drive is being accessed. ● Off: The hard drive is idle. 10 Chapter 2 External component identification

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Component
Description
(5)
Security cable slot
Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE:
The security cable is designed to act as a
deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from
being mishandled or stolen.
(6)
RJ-45 (network) jack and cover
Connects a network cable.
Left-side components
Component
Description
(1)
Power connector
Connects an AC adapter.
(2)
Battery light
Off: The computer is running on battery power.
Blinking white: The battery has reached a low
battery level, a critical battery level, or there is a
battery error. When the battery reaches a
critical battery level, the battery light begins
blinking rapidly.
Amber: A battery is charging.
White: The computer is connected to external
power and the battery is fully charged.
(3)
External monitor port
Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(4)
Vent
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.
(5)
Drive light
On: The hard drive is being accessed.
Off: The hard drive is idle.
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Chapter 2
External component identification