Left side
Table 2-2
Left-side components and their descriptions
Component
Description
(1)
Power connector
Connects an AC adapter.
(2)
AC adapter and battery light
●
White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully
charged.
●
Blinking white: The AC adapter is disconnected and the
battery has reached a low battery level.
●
Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
charging.
●
Off: The battery is not charging.
(3)
HDMI port
Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
definition television, any compatible digital or audio component,
or a high-speed High-Definition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
device.
(4)
USB SuperSpeed ports with HP Sleep and
Charge (2)
Connect USB devices, provide high-speed data transfer, and
even when the computer is off, charge most products such as a
cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch.
(5)
RJ-45 (network) jack/status lights
Connects a network cable.
●
White: The network is connected.
●
Amber: Activity is occurring on the network.
(6)
Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone)
combo jack
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 standalone microphones.
WARNING!
To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the
volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset.
For additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety,
and Environmental Notices.
To access this guide:
▲
Type
HP Documentation
in the taskbar search box,
and then select HP Documentation.
NOTE:
When a device is connected to the jack, the computer
speakers are disabled.
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