Right side
Component
Description
(1)
Power light
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On: The computer is on.
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Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, which is an
energy-saving mode. 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 an
energy-saving mode that uses the least amount of power.
(2)
Hard drive light
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Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
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Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only) has
temporarily parked the hard drive.
NOTE:
For information about HP 3D DriveGuard, see
Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only) on page 30
(3)
Security cable slot
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.
(4)
Optical drive (select models only)
Depending on your computer model, reads an optical disc or
reads and writes to an optical disc.
NOTE:
For disc compatibility information, go to the Help and
Support web page (see
). Follow
the web page instructions to select your computer model. Select
Drivers & Downloads, and then follow the on-screen
instructions.
(5)
Optical drive eject button (select models only)
Releases the disc tray.
(6)
USB 3.0 port
Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,
external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
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