Table 2-1
Right-side components and their descriptions (continued)
Component
(5)
(6)
Left side
Identify the components on the left side of the computer.
Table 2-2
Left-side components and their descriptions
Component
(1)
(2)
(3)
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AC adapter and battery light
Power connector
USB SuperSpeed port
HDMI port
USB Type-C® SuperSpeed port
Description
NOTE:
Use a standard USB Type-A charging cable or cable
adapter (purchased separately) when charging a small external
device.
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White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully
charged.
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Blinking amber: The AC adapter is disconnected and the
battery has reached a low battery level.
Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
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charging.
Off: The battery is not charging.
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Connects an AC adapter.
Description
Connects a USB device, provides high-speed data transfer, and
(for select products) charges small devices (such as a
smartphone) when the computer is on or in Sleep mode.
NOTE:
Use a standard USB Type-A charging cable or cable
adapter (purchased separately) when charging a small external
device.
Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
definition television, any compatible digital or audio component,
or a high-speed High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
device.
Connects a USB device, provides high-speed data transfer, and
(for select products) charges small devices (such as a
smartphone) when the computer is on or in Sleep mode.