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Explanation of Components
Number
Name
Explanation
(1)
Optical drive
This computer features either a built-in DVD Super
Multi drive or a built-in DVD-ROM drive. The type of
drive varies by model.
(2)
Power switch (
)
This is used to turn the computer on/off or change
the power state.
(3)
Power LED (
)
It indicates the power status. This indicator lights
up when the power is on and when the computer
is in Sleep mode.
(4)
Drive activity LED ( )
This indicator lights when accessing the hard disk
and the optical drive.
Do not press the power switch when the Drive activity
LED is lit. It may cause damage to the hard disk.
(5)
USB port (
)
This port can be used to connect to USB devices.
This USB port supports both USB 2.0 and USB
1.1. In order to take advantage of USB 2.0 transfer
speeds, it is necessary to be connected to a USB
2.0 enabled device.
(6)
Stabilizer
This keeps the computer stable.
(7)
PS/2 mouse port ( )
A port used to connect a PS/2 (MiniDIN 6-Pin)
mouse.
(8)
PS/2 keyboard port
(
)
A port used to connect a PS/2 (MiniDIN 6-Pin)
keyboard.
(9)
Serial port (
)
This is used to connect to devices that have a
serial port.
(10)
Analog RGB port (
) A port used to connect an analog interface
display.
(11)
Line input terminal (mini
jack) (
)
A terminal used to input audio signals from audio
devices.
(12)
Mic terminal (mini jack)
(
)
A terminal used to connect microphones and input
audio signals.
(13)
Headphone/line out
shared output terminal
(mini jack) (
)
A terminal used to output audio signals to audio
devices.
(14)
Air vent
These holes are designed to allow internal heat to
escape.
Please be careful not to leave the air vent blocked.
(15)
Cable stopper
Prevents the keyboard cable from pulling out or protects
devices connected using cables against theft. The cable
stopper can be found in the included accessory case.
(16)
Slide stopper
Fixes the roof cover firmly.
(17)
LAN port (
)
A port used to connect a LAN cable.
• Communication speed LED
- Lights orange when connecting to a
1000 Mbps network.
- Lights green when connecting to a 100 Mbps
network.
- Does not light when connecting to a 10 Mbps
network.
• Network communication/Connection LED (ACT/LINK)
Flashes when data is being read from or written
to the network.
Also lights when receiving link pulses from a
hub or switch. However, the data may not
necessarily be being read from or written to this
computer.
(18)
Chassis lock (
)
A security cable (sold separately) can be attached
to this slot.
(19)
DVI-D port (
)
A port used to connect a DVI-D interface display.
(20)
PCI Express x1 slot
A slot used to attach a PCI Express x1 board.
Helps to enhance and extend the machine's functions.
(21)
PCI slot
A slot used to attach a PCI board.
Helps to enhance and extend the machine's functions.
(22)
AC power input jack
A jack used to supply power to the machine.
Connects to the supplied power cord.
(23)
USB port (supports
USB 3.0) (
)
This port can be used to connect to USB devices.
This USB port supports USB 3.0, USB 2.0, and
USB 1.1. In order to take advantage of USB 3.0
transfer speeds, it is necessary to be connected to
a USB 3.0 enabled device.
Number
Name
Explanation
Communication speed LED
Network communication/
Connection LED (ACT/LINK)
LAN port
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