2 External component identification
Right side
Component Description
(1) Optical drive Reads an optical disc.
NOTE: On select models, the optical drive also writes to
an optical disc.
(2) Optical drive light
●
Green: The optical drive is being accessed.
● Off: The optical drive is idle.
(3) Optical drive eject button Releases the disc tray.
(4)
USB 2.0 ports (2) Connect optional USB devices.
(5)
AC adapter light
●
White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
charged.
● Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery
is charging.
●
Off: The computer is using DC power.
(6) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(7) 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.
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