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...Getting Started
HP Notebook
© Copyright 2010 Hewlett-Packard
Development Company, L.P.
Bluetooth is a trademark owned by its proprietor and used by Hewlett-Packard Company under license. Microsoft and Windows are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein.
First Edition: August 2010
Document Part Number: 621595-001
Product notice
This guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer.
Software terms
By installing, copying, downloading, or otherwise using any software product preinstalled on this computer, you agree to be bound by the terms of the HP End User License Agreement (EULA). If you do not accept these license terms, your sole remedy is to return the entire unused product (hardware and software) within 14 days for a refund subject to the refund policy of your place of purchase.
For any further information or for requesting a full refund of the computer, please contact your local point of sale (the seller).
Safety warning notice
WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to come into contact with the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).
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Table of contents
1 Welcome |
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Finding information ............................................................................................................................... |
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2 Getting to know your computer |
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Top ...................................................................................................................................................... |
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TouchPad ............................................................................................................................ |
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Lights ................................................................................................................................... |
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Button and speakers ............................................................................................................ |
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Keys ..................................................................................................................................... |
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Right side ............................................................................................................................................. |
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Left side .............................................................................................................................................. |
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Display ................................................................................................................................................ |
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Wireless antennas .............................................................................................................................. |
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Bottom ................................................................................................................................................ |
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Additional hardware ............................................................................................................................ |
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3 Networking |
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Using an Internet service provider (ISP) ............................................................................................ |
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Connecting to a wireless network ....................................................................................................... |
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Connecting to an existing WLAN ....................................................................................... |
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Setting up a new WLAN network ....................................................................................... |
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Configuring a wireless router ............................................................................ |
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Protecting your WLAN ....................................................................................... |
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4 Keyboard and pointing devices |
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Using the keyboard ............................................................................................................................ |
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Using pointing devices ....................................................................................................................... |
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Setting pointing device preferences ................................................................................... |
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Using the TouchPad .......................................................................................................... |
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Turning the TouchPad on and off ...................................................................... |
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Navigating ......................................................................................................... |
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Selecting ........................................................................................................... |
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Using TouchPad gestures ................................................................................. |
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Scrolling ............................................................................................ |
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Pinching/Zooming ............................................................................. |
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Rotating ............................................................................................ |
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5 Maintenance |
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Inserting or removing the battery ........................................................................................................ |
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Replacing or upgrading the hard drive ............................................................................................... |
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Removing the hard drive .................................................................................................... |
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Installing the hard drive ...................................................................................................... |
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Adding or replacing memory modules ................................................................................................ |
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Updating programs and drivers .......................................................................................................... |
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Routine care ....................................................................................................................................... |
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Cleaning the display .......................................................................................................... |
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Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard .............................................................................. |
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6 Backup and recovery |
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Recovery discs ................................................................................................................................... |
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Performing a system recovery ............................................................................................................ |
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Recovering using the dedicated recovery partition (select models only) ........................... |
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Recovering using the recovery discs ................................................................................. |
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Backing up your information ............................................................................................................... |
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Using Windows Backup and Restore ................................................................................ |
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Using system restore points .............................................................................................. |
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When to create restore points ........................................................................... |
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Create a system restore point ........................................................................... |
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Restore to a previous date and time ................................................................. |
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7 Customer support |
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Contacting customer support ............................................................................................................. |
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Labels ................................................................................................................................................. |
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8 Specifications |
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Input power ......................................................................................................................................... |
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Operating environment ....................................................................................................................... |
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Index ................................................................................................................................................................... |
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1 Welcome
●Finding information
After you set up and register the computer, it is important to take the following steps:
●Connect to the Internet—Set up your wired or wireless network so that you can connect to the Internet. For more information, refer to Networking on page 15.
●Update your antivirus software—Protect your computer from damage caused by viruses. The software is preinstalled on the computer and includes a limited subscription for free updates. For more information, refer to the HP Notebook Reference Guide. For instructions on accessing this guide, refer to Finding information on page 2.
●Get to know your computer—Learn about your computer features. Refer to Getting to know your computer on page 4 and Keyboard and pointing devices on page 19 for additional information.
●Create recovery discs—Recover the operating system and software to factory settings in case of system instability or failure. For instructions, refer to Backup and recovery on page 34.
●Find installed software—Access a list of the software preinstalled on the computer. Select Start > All Programs. For details about using the software included with the computer, refer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided with the software or on the manufacturer's website.
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Finding information
The computer comes with several resources to help you perform various tasks.
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For information about |
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Quick Setup poster |
● How to set up the computer |
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● How to identify computer components |
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HP Notebook Reference Guide |
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Power management features |
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To access this guide, select Start > Help and |
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Support > User Guides. |
● How to use the multimedia features of the computer |
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● How to protect the computer |
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● How to care for the computer |
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● How to update the software |
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Help and Support |
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Operating system information |
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● Software, driver, and BIOS updates |
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Troubleshooting tools |
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● How to access technical support |
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http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or |
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Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices |
● Regulatory and safety information |
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To access the notices, select Start > Help and |
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Battery disposal information |
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Support > User Guides. |
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Safety & Comfort Guide |
● Proper workstation setup, posture, health, and work habits |
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● Electrical and mechanical safety information |
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Select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. |
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Go to http://www.hp.com/ergo. |
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Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet |
HP support telephone numbers |
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This booklet is provided with your computer. |
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HP website |
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Support information |
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To access this website, go to http://www.hp.com/ |
● Ordering parts and finding additional help |
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● Software, driver, and BIOS (Setup Utility) updates |
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● Accessories available for the device
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Resources |
For information about |
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Limited Warranty* |
Warranty information |
To access the warranty: |
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Select Start > Help and Support > HP Warranty. |
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Go to http://www.hp.com/go/orderdocuments. |
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*You may find the HP Limited Warranty applicable to your product located in the Start menu on your computer and/or on the CD/DVD provided in the box. Some countries/regions may provide a printed HP Limited Warranty in the box. In countries/ regions where the warranty is not provided in printed format, you may request a printed copy at http://www.hp.com/go/ orderdocuments or write to:
●North America: Hewlett-Packard, MS POD, 11311 Chinden Blvd, Boise, ID 83714, USA
●Europe, Middle East, Africa: Hewlett-Packard, POD, Via G. Di Vittorio, 9, 20063, Cernusco s/Naviglio (MI), Italy
●Asia Pacific: Hewlett-Packard, POD, P.O. Box 200, Alexandra Post Office, Singapore 911507
Please include your product number, warranty period (found on your serial number label), name, and postal address.
Finding information |
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2 Getting to know your computer
●Top
●Right side
●Left side
●Display
●Wireless antennas
●Bottom
●Additional hardware
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Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer |
Top
TouchPad
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TouchPad light |
To turn the TouchPad on and off, quickly double-tap the TouchPad |
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light. |
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● Off: TouchPad is on. |
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● Amber: TouchPad is off. |
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TouchPad zone* |
Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen. |
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Left TouchPad button* |
Press the left side of the TouchPad button to execute functions |
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performed by the left button on an external mouse. |
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Right TouchPad button* |
Press the right side of the TouchPad button to execute functions |
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performed by the right button on an external mouse. |
*This table describes factory settings. To view and change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers, right-click the device representing your computer, and then select Mouse settings.
There is an unmarked scroll zone inside the right edge of the TouchPad. To scroll up and down using the TouchPad vertical scroll zone, slide your finger up or down inside the right edge of the TouchPad.
For more information about TouchPad features, refer to Using the TouchPad on page 21.
Lights
NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
Top 5
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TouchPad light |
● Off: TouchPad is on. |
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● Amber: TouchPad is off. |
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Caps lock light |
On: Caps lock is on. |
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Power light |
● On: The computer is on. |
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● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. |
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● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. |
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Wireless light |
● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local |
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area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is |
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on. |
● Amber: All wireless devices are off.
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Button and speakers
NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
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Speaker grill |
Two integrated speakers produce sound. |
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Power button* |
● When the computer is off, press the button to turn on the |
computer.
● When the computer is on, press the button briefly to initiate Sleep.
● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep.
● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button briefly to exit Hibernation.
If the computer has stopped responding and Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to turn off the computer.
To learn more about your power settings, select Start > Control
Panel > System and Security > Power Options.
*This table describes factory settings. For information about changing factory settings, press f1 to open Help and Support.
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Keys
NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
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esc key |
Displays system information when pressed in combination with the |
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fn key. |
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Send e-mail key |
Opens a new e-mail in your default e-mail client. |
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Media application key |
Launches CyberLink PowerDVD. |
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Web browser key |
Launches your default web browser. |
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Print key |
Sends the currently-active document to the default printer. |
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Calculator key |
Launches the calculator application. |
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fn key |
Displays system information when pressed in conjunction with the |
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esc key. |
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Windows logo key |
Displays the Windows® Start menu. |
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Windows applications key |
Displays a shortcut menu for items where the cursor is positioned. |
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Action keys |
Execute frequently-used system actions. |
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Refer to Using the keyboard on page 19 for information about using action keys.
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Right side
NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
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Description |
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Optical drive (select models only) |
Reads and writes to an optical disc. |
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Optical drive light (select models only) |
Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed. |
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USB port |
Connects an optional USB device. |
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AC adapter light |
● Blinking white: The computer is in Sleep mode. |
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● White: The computer is connected to external power. |
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● Amber: The computer is charging. |
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● Off: The computer is not connected to external power. |
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Power connector |
Connects an AC adapter. |
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Security cable slot |
Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. |
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NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but |
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it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. |
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Right side |
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