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 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.
(2)
Drive light
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Blinking white: The hard drive or optical drive is being
accessed.
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Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard
drive.
(3)
Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone)
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 microphone-only devices.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the
volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset.
For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory,
Safety, and Environmental Notices.
To access this document in Windows 8.1:
▲
From the Start screen, type support, and then select the
HP Support Assistant app.
‒ or –
From the Windows desktop, click the question mark icon in
the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.
To access this document from Windows 7, select Start > HP
Support Assistant > Next > My computer > User Guides.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer
speakers are disabled.
NOTE: Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor
connector that supports both audio-out (headphone) and audio-
in (microphone).
(4)
USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,
external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
(5)
HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
definition television, any compatible digital or audio
component, or a high-speed High-Definition Multimedia
Interface (HDMI) device.
(6) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.
8 Chapter 2 External component identification