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Right-side components
Item Component Function
(1)
Optical drive Reads optical discs and, on select models, also writes to
optical discs.
(2)
Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is being accessed.
(3)
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.
10 Chapter 2 External component identification