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Component Description
(1) Power light
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On: The computer is on.
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Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state, a power-
saving state. The computer shuts o power to the display 
and other unneeded components.
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O: The computer is o or in Hibernation. Hibernation is a 
power-saving state that uses the least amount of power.
(2) Hard drive light
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Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
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Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the hard 
drive.
(3) 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 microphone-only devices.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the 
volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. 
For additional safety information, refer to the Regulatory, 
Safety, and Environmental Notices.
To access this guide:
1. Type support in the taskbar search box, and then select 
the HP Support Assistant app.
‒ or –
Click the question mark icon in the taskbar.
2. Select My PC, select the Specications tab, and then 
select User Guides.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack, the computer 
speakers are disabled.
(4) USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse, 
external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
(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.
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