Right side
Component
Description
(1)
Power light
●
White: The computer is on.
●
Blinking white: 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.
●
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
is an energy-saving mode 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. For more information, see the
User Guide.
(2)
Hard drive light
●
Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
(3)
Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in
(microphone) 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 using headphones, earbuds, or a
headset. For additional safety information, refer to 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)
Digital Media Slot
Supports the following digital card formats:
●
Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
●
Secure Digital Extended Capacity (SDxC) Memory
Card
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Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory Card
●
Ultra High Speed MultiMediaCard (UHS/MMC)
(5)
USB 2.0 charging port
Connects an optional USB device. The USB 2.0 charging
port can also charge select models of cell phones and MP3
players, even when the computer is off.
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