Item Component Function
(8)
Digital Media Slot light On: A digital card is being accessed.
(9)
Digital Media Slot (select models only) Supports the following optional digital card formats:
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Memory Stick (MS)
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Memory Stick Pro (MSP)
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MultiMediaCard (MMC)
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Secure Digital Input/Output (SD I/O)
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Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card
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xD-Picture Card (XD)
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xD-Picture Card (XD) Type H
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xD-Picture Card (XD) Type M
(10)
ExpressCard slot Supports optional ExpressCard cards.
Bottom components
Item Component Function
(1)
Hard drive bay Holds the hard drives.
NOTE: Depending on the computer model, the computer
may have 1 or 2 hard drives.
(2)
Vents (5) Enable airflow to cool internal components.
NOTE: The computer fans start up automatically to cool
internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal
for the internal fans to cycle on and off during routine
operation.
(3)
TV tuner module compartment Contains the TV tuner slot.
(4)
Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay.
14 Chapter 2 External component identification