Right side
Item
Component
Description
(1)
Power light
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On: The computer is on.
●
Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a powersaving 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.
NOTE:
For select models, the Intel Rapid Start Technology feature is enabled at the
factory. Rapid Start Technology allows your computer to resume quickly
from inactivity.
(2)
Hard drive light
●
Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
●
Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard drive. (select models
only)
(3)
Audio-out (headphone)
jack/Audio-in
(microphone) combo jack
Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Also connects an optional headset
microphone.
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.
NOTE:
When a device is connected to the jack, the computer speakers are disabled.
NOTE:
Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor connector that supports both
audio-out (headphone) and audio-in (microphone).
(4)
USB 2.0 port
Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer,
scanner or USB hub.
(5)
Optical drive (select
models only)
Depending on your computer model, reads an optical disc or reads and writes to an
optical disc.
(6)
Optical drive eject button
(select models only)
Releases the optical drive disc tray.
(7)
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.
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