A Tour of Your Computer 21
CAUTION: The AC adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power connectors and
power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or improperly connecting the cable to
the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or equipment damage.
NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the computer, grasp the connector, not the
cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to avoid damaging the cable.
Bottom View
OPTICAL DRIVE LOCKING SCREW — Secures the optical drive in the optical drive bay. For more
information, see "Optical Drive" on page 88.
BATTERY-BAY LATCH RELEASE — Releases the battery from the battery bay. See "Removing a Battery" on
page 30.
BATTERY — When a battery is installed, you can use the computer without connecting the computer to
an electrical outlet. For more information, see "Using a Battery" on page 27.
HARD DRIVE — Stores software and data. For more information, see "Hard Drive" on page 77 and "Hard
drive problems" on page 55.
MEMORY/MODEM COVER — Covers the compartment that contains the memory and modem. For more
information, see page 79.
memory/modem cover
hard drive
fan
battery
battery charge gauge battery-bay latch release
optical drive
bay
optical drive locking screw