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Left side Component (1) Security cable slot (2) Power connector 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 an AC adapter. (3) AC adapter light (4) Vent (5) External monitor port ● On: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charged. ● Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging. ● Off: The computer is using battery power. 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. Connects an external VGA monitor or projector. (6) RJ-45 (network) jack/status lights Connects a network cable. ● White: The network is connected. ● Amber: Activity is occurring on the network. (7) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, any compatible digital or audio component, or a high-speed HDMI device. (8) USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub. (9) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone) Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, jack earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also connects an optional headset microphone. This jack does not support optional microphone-only devices. WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices. To access this guide in Windows 8, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 12 Chapter 2 External component identification

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Left side
Component
Description
(1)
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.
(2)
Power connector
Connects an AC adapter.
(3)
AC adapter light
On: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
charged.
Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
charging.
Off: The computer is using battery power.
(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)
External monitor port
Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(6)
RJ-45 (network) jack/status lights
Connects a network cable.
White: The network is connected.
Amber: Activity is occurring on the network.
(7)
HDMI port
Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
definition television, any compatible digital or audio
component, or a high-speed HDMI device.
(8)
USB 3.0 port
Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,
external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
(9)
Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone)
jack
Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also connects an
optional headset microphone. This jack does not support
optional microphone-only devices.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the
volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset.
For additional safety information, refer to the
Regulatory,
Safety, and Environmental Notices
. To access this guide in
Windows 8, from the Start screen, type
support
, and then
select the
HP Support Assistant
app.
12
Chapter 2
External component identification