Right-side components
Item
Description
1
USB ports (2)
2
Optical drive
3
Optical Drive light
4
Hibernate light
5
Hard Disk Drive light
6
AC Adapter light
7
Power connector
8
Security Cable slot
Left-side components
Item
Description
1
Vents (2)
Function
Connect optional USB devices.
Reads optical discs and, on select models, writes to optical discs.
Flashing—Accessing the optical drive.
White—The computer is in Hibernate.
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White—The hard disk drive is active.
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Amber—The hard disk drive is parked.
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On—The computer is connected to external power.
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Off—The computer is not connected to external power.
Connects an AC adapter.
Connects an optional security cable. The security cable is designed
to act as a deterrent, but might not prevent the computer from being
mishandled or stolen.
Function
Enable 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.
Components
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