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Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
Identifying hardware To see a list of hardware installed in the computer, follow these steps: Select Start > Computer > System properties. In the left pane, click Device Manager. You can also add hardware or modify device configurations using Device Manager. NOTE: Windows®...
Components Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. Top components TouchPad Component Description TouchPad light ● White: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is disabled. TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
Lights NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. Component Description ● Power lights (2)* On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. ●...
Buttons, speakers, and fingerprint reader (select models only) NOTE: Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer. Component Description Speakers (2) Produce sound. ● Power button* When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the computer.
Keys NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description Displays system information when pressed in combination with the key. Executes frequently used system functions when pressed in combination with a function key or the key.
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Component Description Internal display switch Turns off the display if the display is closed while the computer is turned on. Internal microphones (2) Record sound. Depending on your computer model, the computer may have 1 or 2 internal microphones. NOTE: If there is a microphone icon next to each microphone opening, your computer has internal microphones.
Front components NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description ● Power light On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Battery light ●...
Rear component Component Description Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. Chapter 2 Components...
Right-side components NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed. Optical drive Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to optical discs.
Left-side components NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section. Component Description Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
Bottom components Component Description Hard drive and WLAN module compartment Holds the hard drive and, for select models only, the wireless LAN (WLAN) device. CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or region.
Wireless antennae (select models only) On select computer models, at least 2 antennae send and receive signals from one or more wireless devices. These antennae are not visible from the outside of the computer. NOTE: For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around the antennae free from obstructions.
Additional hardware components Component Description Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. Additional hardware components...
Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. ● Service tag—Provides important information including: ◦ Product Name (1). This is the product name affixed to the front of your notebook. ◦...
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