Gateway P-6831, Reference Manual

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Component Icon Description
Kensington™
lock slot Secure your notebook to an object by
connecting a Kensington cable lock to this slot.
USB ports Plug USB devices (such as a diskette drive, flash
drive, printer, scanner, camera, keyboard, or
mouse) into these ports.
Ventilation fan Helps cool internal components.
Warning: Do not work with the notebook
resting on your lap. If the air vents are blocked,
the notebook may become hot enough to harm
your skin.
Caution: Do not block or insert objects into
these slots. If these slots are blocked, your
notebook may overheat resulting in unexpected
shutdown or permanent damage to the
notebook.
Caution: Provide adequate space around your
notebook so air vents are not obstructed. Do not
use the notebook on a bed, sofa, rug, or other
similar surface.
DVD drive Insert CDs or DVDs into this drive. For more
information, see
“Using the DVD drive” on
page 50 . To determine the type of drive in your
notebook, examine the drive tray’s plastic cover
and compare the logo to those listed in
“Identifying drive types” on page 50 .
Kensington lock slot
DVD drive USB ports
Ventilation fan