External component identification
Right-side components
Item
Component
Optical drive
1
Optical drive light
2
USB ports (2)
3
TV antenna/cable jack (select models
4
only)
RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models
5
only)
Security cable slot
6
AC adapter light
7
Power connector
8
2–8
Function
Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to optical discs.
Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed.
Connect optional USB devices.
Connects a TV antenna, a digital cable device, or a satellite device that
receives standard or high-definition TV broadcasts.
Connects a modem cable.
Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
✎
The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not
prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
■ On: The computer is connected to external power.
■ Off: The computer is not connected to external power.
Connects an AC adapter.
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