Component
Left side
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Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer
USB SuperSpeed ports (2)
Security cable slot
Drive light
Memory card reader
Description
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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 unneeded
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.
Description
Connect a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity
tracker, or smartwatch, and provide high-speed data transfer.
Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE:
The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but
it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or
stolen.
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Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
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Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard
drive.
Reads optional memory cards that enable you to store, manage,
share, or access information.
To insert a card:
1.
Hold the card label-side up, with connectors facing the
computer.
2.
Insert the card into the memory card reader, and then
press in on the card until it is firmly seated.
To remove a card:
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Press in on the card, and then remove it from the memory
card reader.