Rear components
Component
Description
(1)
Power connector
Connects an AC adapter.
(2)
USB 3.0 charging (powered) port
Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,
external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub. Standard USB ports
will not charge all USB devices or will charge using a low current.
Some USB devices require power and require you to use a
powered port.
NOTE:
USB charging ports can also charge select models of
cell phones and MP3 players, even when the computer is off.
(3)
USB 2.0 ports (2)
Connect optional USB devices, such as a keyboard, mouse,
external drive, printer, scanner, or USB hub.
(4)
RJ-45 (network) jack
Connects a network cable.
(5)
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.
(6)
Dual-Mode DisplayPort
Connects an optional digital display device, such as a high-
performance monitor or projector.
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