Table 2-3 Rear components and their descriptions
Component Description
(1) Vents  Enable 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.
(2) USB Type-C power connector or 
Thunderbolt™ ports with HP Sleep and 
Charge and DisplayPort output (2)
Connect 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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Connect a USB device, provide high-speed data transfer, 
and charge 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.
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Connect a display device that has a USB Type-C connector, 
providing DisplayPort output.
NOTE: Your computer might also support a Thunderbolt 
docking station.
NOTE: To ensure that your computer operates at full 
performance and can charge the battery when using 
resource-intensive applications, use the AC adapter that 
ships with your computer. You can use an optional 100 
W/20 V Type-C adapter or power bank when running light-
load tasks. 
System-o charging is supported only when 
you use a 20 V Type-C adapter or power bank.
(3)
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.
(4) Power connector  Connects an AC adapter.
NOTE: To ensure that your computer operates at full 
performance and can charge the battery when using 
resource-intensive applications, use the AC adapter that 
ships with your computer. You can use an optional 100 
W/20 V Type-C adapter or power bank when running light-
load tasks. System-o charging is supported only when 
you use a 20 V Type-C adapter or power bank.
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