Left side
Use the illustration and table to identify the components on the left side of the computer.
Table 2-2 Left-side components and their descriptions
Component Description
(1) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(2) AC adapter and battey light ● White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully
charged.
● Blinking white (select products only): The AC adapter is
disconnected and the battery has reached a low battery
level.
● Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
charging.
● O: The battery is not charging.
(3) RJ-45 (network) jack/status lights Connects a network cable.
● White: The network is connected.
● Amber: Activity is occurring on the network.
(4) USB port with HP Sleep and Charge Connects a USB device, provides data transfer, and charges
small devices, even when the computer is o.
(5) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
denition television, any compatible digital or audio component,
or a high-speed High-Denition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
device.
(6) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone)
combo jack
Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also connects an
optional headset microphone. This jack does not support
optional standalone microphones.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the
volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset.
For additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety,
and Environmental Notices.
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▲ Type HP Documentation in the taskbar search box,
and then select HP Documentation.
6 Chapter 2 Components