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Third Edition: October 2015
Second Edition: April 2015
First Edition: November 2013
Document Part number: 728342-003
Product notice
This guide describes features that are common
to most models. Some features may not be
available on your computer.
Not all features are available in all editions of
Windows 10 or Windows 8. This computer may
require upgraded and/or separately purchased
hardware, drivers, and/or software to take full
advantage of Windows 10 or Windows 8
functionality. See http://www.microsoft.com
for details.
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 to request 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 contact 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).
Front ..................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Left side ............................................................................................................................................................... 19
Right side ............................................................................................................................................................. 21
3 Illustrated parts catalog .............................................................................................................................. 25
Service tag ........................................................................................................................................................... 25
Computer major components ............................................................................................................................. 27
Mass storage devices .......................................................................................................................................... 47
Miscellaneous parts ............................................................................................................................................. 49
4 Removal and replacement procedures preliminary requirements .................................................................... 51
Service considerations ........................................................................................................................................ 51
Plastic parts ....................................................................................................................................... 51
Cables and connectors ...................................................................................................................... 52
Service cover ..................................................................................................................................... 57
Hard drive .......................................................................................................................................... 58
6 Removal and replacement procedures for Authorized Service Provider parts ................................................... 79
Fan and heat sink assembly ................................................................................................................................ 79
Base enclosure ..................................................................................................................................................... 82
USB board ............................................................................................................................................................ 85
Power button board ............................................................................................................................................. 86
System board ....................................................................................................................................................... 89
Function button board ......................................................................................................................................... 96
Power connector cable ...................................................................................................................................... 101
7 Computer Setup (BIOS), TPM, and HP Sure Start – Windows 10 ....................................................................... 109
Using Computer Setup ....................................................................................................................................... 109
Hard drive specifications ................................................................................................................................... 128
Hard drive specifications (continued) ............................................................................................................... 129
11 Backup and recovery – Windows 10 ........................................................................................................... 131
Creating recovery media and backups .............................................................................................................. 131
Creating HP Recovery media (select products only) ...................................................................... 132
Using Windows Tools ........................................................................................................................................ 133
Restore and recovery ........................................................................................................................................ 133
Recovering using HP Recovery Manager ........................................................................................ 134
What you need to know before you get started .......................................................... 134
Using the HP Recovery partition (select products only) .............................................. 135
Using HP Recovery media to recover ........................................................................... 135
Changing the computer boot order .............................................................................. 136
Removing the HP Recovery partition (select products only) ....................................... 136
12 Backup and recovery ................................................................................................................................ 137
Windows 8 ......................................................................................................................................................... 137
Backing up your information .......................................................................................................... 137
Performing a system recovery ....................................................................................................... 137
Using the Windows recovery tools ............................................................................... 137
Using f11 recovery tools .............................................................................................. 138
Using Windows operating system media (purchased separately) .............................. 139
Using Windows Refresh or Windows Reset .................................................................. 140
Using HP Software Setup .............................................................................................. 140
Windows 7 ......................................................................................................................................................... 141
Creating recovery media and backups ........................................................................................... 141
Creating recovery media with HP Recovery Disc Creator (select models only) .......... 141
Creating recovery media ............................................................................ 142
Backing up your information ........................................................................................ 142
Performing a system recovery ....................................................................................................... 143
Using the Windows recovery tools ............................................................................... 144
Using f11 recovery tools (select models only) ............................................................ 144
Using Windows 7 operating system media .................................................................. 145
SUSE Linux - Backup and recovery .................................................................................................................... 146
Questions and answers ..................................................................................................................................... 152
14 Power cord set requirements .................................................................................................................... 154
Requirements for all countries ......................................................................................................................... 154
Requirements for specific countries and regions ............................................................................................. 154
Index ........................................................................................................................................................... 157
solid-state drive is set as primary storage if selected; hard drive becomes secondary storage
Hard driveSupport for 6.35-cm (2.5-in.) hard drives in 7.0-mm (.28-in.) and 9.5-mm (.37-in.) thickness
Support for Serial ATA
Support for 3D DriveGuard hard drive protection
Support toolless removal
3
CategoryDescription
Hard drive (continued)Support for the following hard drives:
●
1-TB, 5400-rpm, 9.5-mm
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750-GB, 7200-rpm, 7.0-mm
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500-GB, 7200-rpm, 7.0-mm
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500-GB, 5400-rpm, 7.0-mm, FIPS (not available on computer models equipped with the
Windows 8, Windows 7, or Windows 8 downgrade operating systems)
●
500-GB, 7200-rpm, 7.0-mm, self-encrypting drive (not available on computer models
equipped with the Windows 8, Windows 7, or Windows 8 downgrade operating systems)
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320-GB, 7200-rpm, 7.0-mm
Support for the following 6.35-cm (2.5-in.) solid-state drives:
●
256-GB SATA-3 self-encrypting solid-state drive (not available on computer models
equipped with the Windows 8, Windows 7, or Windows 8 downgrade operating systems)
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180-GB SATA-3 solid-state drive
●
128-GB SATA-3 solid-state drive
Upgrade driveSupport for the following 9.5-mm (.37-in.) , SATA optical drives:
●
Blu-ray ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive
●
DVD±RW SuperMulti Double-Layer Drive
●
DVD-ROM Drive
Support for 6.35-cm (2.5-in.) 750-GB, 7200-rpm SATA hard drive in 7.0-mm (.28-in.) and 9.5mm (.37-in.) thicknesses
Support for the following 6.35-cm (2.5-in.) SATA III solid-state drives:
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512-GB solid-state drive
●
256-GB SED solid-state drive (not available on computer models equipped with the
Windows 8, Windows 7, or Windows 8 downgrade operating systems)
Security provided by subscriber identify module (SIM), slot located in battery bay
Support for the following WWAN formats:
●
HP lt4111 LTE/EV-DO/HSPA+ Mobile Broadband Module
●
HP lt4112 LTE/HSPA+ Mobile Broadband Module
●
HP hs3110 HSPA+ Mobile Broadband Module
digital memory cards such as Secure Digital (SD).
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AC adapter, HP Smart
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Audio-in. (mono microphone)/audio-out (stereo headphone) combo jack
●
Battery (secondary)
●
DisplayPort 1.2
●
Docking
●
RJ-45 (Ethernet)
●
USB 3.0 (3 or 4)
●
USB 3.0 charging (1)
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VGA (Dsub 15 pin) supporting: 1920×1200 external resolution @ 75 Hz, hot plug
and unplug and autodetection for correct output to wide-aspect vs. standard
aspect video
Keyboard/pointing devicesFull-size, spill-resistant keyboard with drain and numeric keypad
Gesture support: MultiTouch gestures enabled, two-finger scrolling, and pinchzoom as default
Support for Windows 8 dual-point (pointing stick with 3 pointing stick buttons plus TouchPad
with 3 TouchPad buttons)
DuraKeys
Spill Resistant with drain
TouchPad requirements:
●
On/off button
●
Support for 2-way scroll
●
Taps enabled by default
5
CategoryDescription
Keyboard/pointing devices
(continued)
Power requirementsSupport for the following AC adapters:
Trusted platform module (TPM) 1.2 (Infineon; soldered down) and TPM Enhanced Drive Lock
(For the People's Republic of China and Asia Pacific countries and regions, disabled
but available)
Fingerprint reader (select models only)
Integrated smart card reader
●
Windows 10 Home 64-bit
●
Windows 10 Home 64-bit High-end
●
Windows 10 Home 64-bit Chinese Market
●
Windows 10 Home 64-bit Chinese Market (CPPP)
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Windows 10 Home 64-bit Chinese Market High-end
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Windows 10 Home 64-bit Single Language
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Windows 10 Home 64-bit Single Language High-end
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Windows 10 Home 64-bit StF MSNA for Higher Education
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Windows 10 Professional 64-bit
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Windows 10 Professional 64-bit – StF MSNA Emerging Markets
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Windows 10 Professional 64-bit Downgrade to Windows 7 64-bit
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Windows 10 Professional 64-bit Downgrade to Windows 7 64-bit StF MSNA
Emerging Markets
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Windows 10 Professional 64-bit Downgrade to Windows 7 32-bit
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Windows 10 Professional 64-bit Downgrade to Windows 7 32-bit StF MSNA
Emerging Markets
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Windows 8.1 Professional 64-bit
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Windows 8.1 Professional 64-bit (MSNA)
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Win 8.1 Professional 64-bit DPK with Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Image
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Win 8.1 Professional 64-bit DPK with Windows 7 Professional 32-bit Image
6Chapter 1 Product description
CategoryDescription
Operating system (continued)Preinstalled:
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Windows 8.1 Chinese Market 64-bit
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Windows 8.1 Emerging Market 64-bit
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Windows 8.1 Multi-Language 64-bit
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Windows 8 Professional 64-bit
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Windows 8 Multi-Language 64-bit
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Windows 8 Emerging Market 64-bit
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Windows 8 CH 64-bit (available only in the People's Republic of China with
Hardware Kit)
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Windows 8 Professional 64-bit DPK with Windows 7 Professional 64-bit Image (not
supported in the People's Republic of China)
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Windows 7 Professional 64-bit
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Windows 7 Professional 64-bit MSNA
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Windows 7 Professional 32-bit
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Windows 7 Professional 32-bit MSNA
●
Windows 7 Home Premium 64-bit
●
Windows 7 Home Premium 32-bit
●
Windows 7 Basic 32-bit
●
FreeDOS 2.0
●
SuSE Linux Enterprise (SLED 11) Service Pack 2, 64-bit (not available on computer
models equipped with WWAN capability or Blu-ray ROM DVD±RW SuperMulti DoubleLayer Drive
Restore media:
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DRDVD Windows 10 (available with any Windows 10 operating system, required with
any Windows 10 downgrade operating system)
●
DRDVD Windows 8.1 (available with any Windows 8 localization, required for any
Windows 8.1 Professional downgrade operating system)
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DRDVD Windows 8 (available with any Windows 8 localization, required for any
Windows 8 Professional downgrade operating system)
●
DRDVD Windows 7 (available with any Windows 8 or Windows 7 Professional
downgrade loc)
●
SRDVD SuSE Linux Enterprise (SLED) Service Pack 2, 64-bit (available with FreeDOS
and SuSE Linux)
Restore media-OSDVD:
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Windows 10 Professional 64-bit (available only and required with Windows 10
downgrade operating system except in Asia and the People's Republic of China)
●
Windows 8.1 64-bit (available only and required with Windows 8 Downgrade OS except
ASIA and the People's Republic of China)
●
Windows 8 64-bit (for service only)
●
Windows 8 Country-Specific 64-bit (for service only)
●
Windows 8 Emerging Market 64-bit (for service only)
7
CategoryDescription
Operating system (continued)Restore media-OSDVD:
●
Windows 8 Professional 64-bit (available only and required with Windows 8 downgrade
operating systems)
●
Windows 7 Professional 64 -bit (available with any Windows 8 Professional or
Windows 7 Professional downgrade loc, not available in the People's Republic of China)
Certified:
●
Microsoft WHQL
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SuSE Linux Enterprise (SLED) Service Pack 2, 64-bit
Web-only support:
●
Windows 10 Enterprise 64-bit
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Windows 8.1 Professional 64-bit
●
Windows 8.1 Enterprise 64-bit
●
Windows 8.1 Multi-Language 64-bit
●
Windows 8.1 Emerging Market 64-bit
●
Windows 8.1 Chinese Market 64-bit
●
Windows 8 Enterprise 64-bit
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Windows 7 Ultimate 64-bit
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Windows 7 Ultimate 32-bit
●
Windows 7 Enterprise 64-bit
●
Windows 7 Enterprise 32-bit
●
Windows 7 Professional 32-bit
●
Windows 7 Basic 64-bit
●
Windows 7 Basic 32-bit
ServiceabilityEnd user replaceable parts:
8Chapter 1 Product description
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AC adapter
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Battery (system)
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Hard drive
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Keyboard
●
Memory modules (2, one primary and one expansion)
●
Optical drive
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solid-state drive
●
WLAN module
●
WWAN module
2External component identification
Display
NOTE:Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
ComponentDescription
(1)WLAN antennas (2)*Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless local
area networks (WLAN).
(2)WWAN antennas (2)* (select models only)Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless wide
area networks (WWAN).
(3)Internal microphones (2)Record sound.
(4)Webcam lightOn: The webcam is in use.
(5)WebcamRecords video and captures still photographs.
For information on using the webcam:
●
Windows 10 – Type camera in the taskbar search box,
and then select Camera.
●
Windows 8 – Access HP Support Assistant. To access HP
Support Assistant on the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app.
●
Windows 7 – Select Start > All Programs > Communication
and Chat > HP WebCam.
Display9
ComponentDescription
(6)Internal display switchTurns off the display or initiates Sleep if the display is closed while
the power is on.
NOTE: The display switch is not visible on the outside of the
computer.
NOTE: The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around
the antennas free from obstructions. For wireless regulatory notices, see the section of the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental
Notices that applies to your country or region.
To access this document:
Windows 10:
Select the Start button, select All apps, select HP Help and Support, and then select HP Documentation.
Windows 8 or Windows 7:
▲
Select the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen, select My computer, and then select User guides.
10Chapter 2 External component identification
Buttons and fingerprint reader (select models only)
NOTE:Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
ComponentDescription
(1)Power button
(2)Speakers (2)Produce sound.
●
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.
CAUTION: Pressing and holding down the power button will
result in the loss of unsaved information.
To learn more about your power settings:
Windows 10: Type power in the taskbar search box, and then
select Power and sleep settings.
– or –
Right-click the Start button, and then select Power Options.
Windows 8: See your power options. From the Start screen, type
power, select Settings, and then select Power Options.
Windows 7: See your power options. Select Start > Control Panel
> System and Settings > Power Options.
Buttons and fingerprint reader (select models only)11
ComponentDescription
(3)Wireless buttonTurns the wireless feature on or off but does not establish a
wireless connection.
(4)Volume mute buttonMutes and restores speaker sound.
(5)Fingerprint reader (select models only)Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows, instead of a password
logon.
12Chapter 2 External component identification
Keys
NOTE:Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
ComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination with
the fn key.
(2)fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with a function key, the num lk key, the esc key, or
the b key.
(3)Windows button Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the
Windows desktop.
NOTE: Pressing the Windows button again will return you to
the previous screen.
(4)Function keysExecute frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the fn key.
(5)Windows applications keyDisplays options for a selected object.
(6)Embedded numeric keypad When the keypad is turned on, it can be used like an external
numeric keypad.
Each key on the keypad performs the function indicated by the
icon in the upper-right corner of the key.
(7)num lk keyTurns the embedded numeric keypad on and off when pressed
in combination with the fn key.
Keys13
ComponentDescription
(1)esc keyDisplays system information when pressed in combination with
the fn key.
(2)fn keyExecutes frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with a function key, the num lk key, the esc key, or
the b key.
(3)Windows button Returns you to the Start screen from an open app or the
Windows desktop.
NOTE: Pressing the Windows button again will return you to
the previous screen.
(4)Function keysExecute frequently used system functions when pressed in
combination with the fn key.
(5)num lk keyAlternates between the navigational and numeric functions on
(6)Integrated numeric keypad When num lk has been enabled, it can be used like an external
the integrated numeric keypad.
numeric keypad.
14Chapter 2 External component identification
Lights
NOTE:Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
ComponentDescription
(1)Power light
(2)Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on.
(3)TouchPad light
(4)Microphone mute light
(5)Num lock lightOn: Num lock is on.
(6)Wireless light
(7)Mute light
●
On: The computer is on.
●
Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●
Off: The computer is off.
●
Amber: The TouchPad is off.
●
Off: The TouchPad is on.
●
Amber: Microphone sound is off.
●
Off: Microphone sound is on.
●
White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless
local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth®
device, is on.
●
Amber: All wireless devices are off.
●
Amber: Computer sound is off.
●
White: Computer sound is on.
Lights15
ComponentDescription
(1)Power light
(2)Microphone mute light
(3)Num lock lightOn: Num lock is on.
(4)Wireless light
(5)Mute light
(6)Caps lock lightOn: Caps lock is on.
(7)TouchPad light
●
On: The computer is on.
●
Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●
Off: The computer is off.
●
Amber: Microphone sound is off.
●
Off: Microphone sound is on.
●
White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless
local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth®
device, is on.
●
Amber: All wireless devices are off.
●
Amber: Computer sound is off.
●
White: Computer sound is on.
●
Amber: The TouchPad is off.
●
Off: The TouchPad is on.
16Chapter 2 External component identification
TouchPad
ComponentDescription
(1)Pointing stick (select models only)Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
(2)Left pointing stick button (select models only)Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(3)TouchPad on/off buttonTurns the TouchPad on and off.
(4)Left TouchPad buttonFunctions like the left button on an external mouse.
(5)Right pointing stick button (select models only)Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
(6)TouchPad zoneMoves the pointer and selects or activates items on the screen.
(7)Right TouchPad buttonFunctions like the right button on an external mouse.
TouchPad17
Front
ComponentDescription
(1)Wireless light
(2)Power light
(3)AC adapter/Battery light
(4)Hard drive light
●
White: An integrated wireless device, such as a
wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a
Bluetooth® device, is on.
●
Amber: All wireless devices are off.
●
On: The computer is on.
●
Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●
Off: The computer is off.
●
White: The computer is connected to external power
and the battery is charged from 90 to 99 percent.
●
Amber: The computer is connected to external power
and the battery is charged from 0 to 90 percent.
●
Blinking amber: A battery that is the only available
power source has reached a low battery level. When
the battery reaches a critical battery level, the
battery light begins blinking rapidly.
●
Off: The battery is fully charged.
●
Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
●
Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked the
hard drive.
18Chapter 2 External component identification
Left side
NOTE:Refer to the illustration that most closely matches your computer.
ComponentDescription
(1)Power connectorConnects an AC adapter.
(2)RJ-45 (network) jack/lights (2)Connects a network cable.
(3)USB 3.0 charging port Connects optional USB 3.0 devices and provides enhanced USB
●
Amber (left): The network is showing activity.
●
Green (right): The network is connected.
power performance. The USB charging port can also charge
select models of cell phones and MP3players, even when the
computer is off
(4)Memory card readerReads data from and writes data to memory cards such as
Secure Digital (SD).
(5)USB 3.0 portConnects optional USB 3.0 devices and provide enhanced USB
power performance.
(6)Upgrade bay (optical drive shown)The upgrade bay can hold either a hard drive or an optical drive
that reads and writes (select models only) to an optical disc. It
can also hold a weight saver option.