Component
Description
Battery release latch
Releases the battery.
Caps lock light
On: Caps lock is on, which switches the keys to all capital letters.
esc
key
Displays system information when pressed in combination with
the
fn
key.
Fingerprint reader
Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password
logon.
fn
key
Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the
esc
key, or on select models, the
b
key or
the
spacebar
.
Hard drive light
●
Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
●
Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard
drive.
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.
HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer
Provides superior bass sound.
Integrated numeric keypad
When
num lock
is on, it can be used like an external numeric
keypad.
Internal
display
switch
Turns
off the display and initiates Sleep if the display is closed
while the power is on.
NOTE:
The internal display switch is not visible from the
outside of the computer.
Internal microphones
Record sound.
Left control zone
Textured area that allows you to perform additional gestures.
Left TouchPad button
Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
Memory card reader
Reads optional memory cards that enable you to store, manage,
share or access information.
To insert a card:
▲
Hold the card label-side up, with connectors facing the
slot, insert the card into the slot, and then push in on the
card until it is firmly seated.
To remove a card:
▲
Press in on the card it until it pops out.
Mute light
●
Amber: Computer sound is off.
●
Off: Computer sound is on.
num lock
key
Alternates between the navigational and numeric functions on
the integrated numeric keypad.
Optical drive
Depending on your computer model, reads an optical disc or
reads and writes to an optical disc.
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