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Component Description
(1) Drive light ● Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
● Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard 
drive.
NOTE: For information about HP 3D DriveGuard, see Using HP 
3D DriveGuard (select products only) on page 35.
(2)   Volume button Controls speaker volume on the computer.
(3) Memory card reader Reads optional memory cards that enable you to store, manage, 
share, or access information.
To insert a card:
1. Hold the card label-side up, with connectors facing the 
computer.
2. Insert the card into the memory card reader, and then 
press in on the card until it is rmly seated.
To remove a card:
▲ Press in on the card, and then remove it from the memory 
card reader.
(4) USB Type-C port Connects a USB device, such as a cell phone, camera, activity 
tracker, or smartwatch, and provides data transfer.
NOTE: Cables and/or adapters (purchased separately) may be 
required.
(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) AC adapter and battery light ● White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully 
charged.
● Blinking white: 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.
(7)   Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
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