Right-side components
Item Component Function
(1)
USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices.
(2)
Optical drive Reads optical discs, and, on select models, also writes to
optical discs.
(3)
Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed.
(4)
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.
Left-side components
Item Component Function
(1)
USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices.
(2)
RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
(3)
Expansion port 3 Connects the computer to an optional docking device or
expansion product.
NOTE: The computer has only one expansion port. The
term expansion port 3 describes the type of expansion port.
(4)
External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(5)
HDMI port (select models only) Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
definition television, or any compatible digital or audio
device.
(6)
eSATA port Connects high-performance eSATA components, such as an
eSATA external hard drive.
(7)
1394 port Connects an optional IEEE 1394 or 1394a device, such as
a camcorder.
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