Right side
Component Description
(1)
Power light
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On: The computer is on.
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Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-
saving state. The computer shuts off power to the
display and other unneeded components.
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Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. Hibernation
is a power-saving state 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.
(2)
Hard drive light
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Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
(3)
Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in
(microphone) jack
Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust
the volume before using headphones, earbuds, or a headset.
For additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety
and Environmental Notices. To access this guide, from the
Start screen, type suppor t, select the HP Support
Assistant app, select My computer, and then select
User guides.
NOTE: When a device is connected to a headphone jack,
the computer speakers are disabled.
(4)
USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard,
mouse, external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
(5) Optical drive Reads and writes (select models only) to an optical disc.
(6) Optical drive eject button Opens the optical drive.
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