Front components
Item Component Function
(1)
Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television
audio.
(2)
Audio-in (microphone) jack Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo
array microphone, or monaural microphone.
(3)
SD/MMC Card Reader Supports the following optional digital card formats:
SD Memory Card and MMC.
Right-side components
Item Component Function
(1)
Optical drive Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to
optical discs.
(2)
Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed.
(3)
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.
8Chapter 2 External component identification