Left-side components
Item
Component
(1)
ExpressCard slot
(2)
RJ-11 (modem) jack (select
models only)
(3)
Vent
(4)
External monitor port
(5)
Battery light
(6)
Power connector
(7)
RJ-45 (network) jack
(8)
USB ports (3)
Maintenance and Service Guide
Description
Supports optional ExpressCards.
Connects a modem cable.
Enables airflow to cool internal components.
✎
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.
■ Amber: A battery is charging.
■ Turquoise: A battery is close to full charge capacity.
■ Blinking amber: A battery that is the only available power source has
reached a low battery level. When the battery reaches a critical battery
level, the battery light begins blinking rapidly.
■ Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light turns
off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged. If the computer is
not plugged into an external power source the light stays off until the
battery reaches a low battery level.
Connects an AC adapter.
Connects a network cable.
Connect optional USB devices.
External component identification
2–9