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Table 2-2 Left-side components and their descriptions
Component Description
(1) USB SuperSpeed port with HP
Sleep and Charge
Connects a USB device, provides high-speed data transfer, and even when the
computer is o, charges most products such as a cell phone, camera, activity
tracker, or smartwatch.
(2) Power button and power light Power button:
● When the computer is o, press the button to turn on the computer.
● When the computer is on, press the button briey to initiate Sleep.
● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briey to exit Sleep
(select products only).
● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button briey to exit
Hibernation.
CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button results in the loss of
unsaved information.
If the computer has stopped responding and shutdown procedures are ineective,
press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn o the computer.
To learn more about your power settings, see your power options.
▲ Right-click the Power meter icon and then select Power Options.
Power light:
● On: The computer is on.
● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-saving state. The
computer shuts o power to the display and other unneeded components.
● O: The computer is o or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a power-saving state
that uses the least amount of power.
(3) Vent Enables airow to cool internal components.
NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and
prevent overheating. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and o during
routine operation.
(4) Volume button Controls speaker volume on the computer.
(5) Smart card reader Supports optional smart cards.
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