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External component identification
Right side
Component
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Chapter 2 External component identification
Power light
Hard drive/optical drive light
Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone)
jack
Description
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On: The computer is on.
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Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-
saving state. The computer shuts off power to the display
and other components.
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Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a
power-saving state that uses the least amount of power.
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Blinking white: The hard drive or optical drive is being
accessed.
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Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard
drive.
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.
NOTE:
When a device is connected to the jack, the computer
speakers are disabled.
NOTE:
Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor
connector that supports both audio-out (headphone) and audio-
in (microphone).
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 document:
Windows 10:
1.
Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select
the HP Support Assistant app.
– or –
Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.
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