ThinkPad X1 Carbon, User Manual

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10 Ambient light sensor
The ambient light sensor detects the surrounding light conditions. Then the computer adjusts the screen
brightness and keyboard backlight accordingly.
Right-side view
Figure 2. Right-side view
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USB 3.0 connector
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Fan louvers
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Ethernet extension connector
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Security-lock slot
1 USB 3.0 connector
The Universal Serial Bus (USB) 3.0 connector is used for connecting USB-compatible devices, such as a
USB printer or a digital camera.
Attention: When you attach a USB cable to the USB 3.0 connector, ensure that the USB mark is facing
upward. Otherwise the connector might be damaged.
2 Ethernet extension connector
The Ethernet extension connector on your computer is not a standard Ethernet connector. Use the Ethernet
extension adapter that comes with your computer to connect the computer to a local area network (LAN).
For more information, see “Ethernet connections” on page 39.
DANGER
To avoid the risk of electrical shock, do not connect the telephone cable to the Ethernet extension
adapter.
3 Fan louvers
The fan louvers and internal fan enable air to circulate in the computer and to ensure proper cooling,
especially the cooling of the microprocessor.
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Product overview
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