Front components
Item
Component
Function
(1)
Audio-out (headphone) jack
Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television
audio.
(2)
Audio-in (microphone) jack
Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo
array microphone, or monaural microphone.
(3)
SD/MMC Card Reader
Supports the following optional digital card formats:
SD Memory Card and MMC.
Right-side components
Item
Component
Function
(1)
Optical drive
Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to
optical discs.
(2)
Optical drive light
Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed.
(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.
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External component identification