Table 2-2 Left-side components and their descriptions (continued)
Component Description
(3) USB Type-C power connector and SuperSpeed
port with HP Sleep and Charge
Connects an AC adapter that has a USB Type-C connector,
supplying power to the computer and, if needed, charging the
computer battery.
– and –
Connects a USB device, provides high-speed data transfer, and
charges small devices (such as a smartphone), even when the
computer is o.
NOTE: Use a standard USB Type-C charging cable or cable
adapter (purchased separately) when charging a small external
device.
– and –
Connects a display device that has a USB Type-C connector,
providing DisplayPort™ output.
NOTE: Some computers might ship with two separate AC
adapters and power cords. Be sure to match the connector end of
the power cord to the corresponding USB Type-C or barrel power
connector of your computer.
(4) AC adapter and battery light ● White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully
charged.
● Blinking amber: 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.
NOTE: If you connect both the USB Type-C and the barrel AC
adapters to your computer at the same time, only one AC adapter
and battery light turns on. The light next to the USB Type-C power
connector turns on when the Type-C adapter power rating is more
than the barrel adapter rating. The light next to the barrel power
connector turns on when the barrel AC adapter power rating is the
same or greater than the Type-C adapter rating.
(5) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone)
combo jack
Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,
earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also connects an
optional headset microphone. This jack does not support optional
standalone microphones.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the
volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For
additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety, and
Environmental Notices.
To access this guide:
▲ Type HP Documentation in the taskbar search box, and
then select HP Documentation.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer
speakers are disabled.
(6) USB Type-C power connector and Thunderbolt
port with HP Sleep and Charge
Connects an AC adapter that has a USB Type-C connector,
supplying power to the computer and, if needed, charging the
computer battery.
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