Component Description
(7)
USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device.
(8) b key Enables or disables Beats Audio when pressed
in combination with the fn key.
Beats Audio is an enhanced audio feature that
provides a deep, controlled bass while
maintaining a clear sound. Beats Audio is
enabled by default.
You can also view and control the bass settings
through the Windows operating system. To
view and control the bass properties, open the
Beats Audio Control Panel.
To open Beats Audio Control Panel, from the
Start screen on the keyboard dock, type c,
select Control Panel, select Hardware and
Sound, and then select Beats Audio Control
Panel.
(9)
Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in
(microphone) jack
Connects optional powered stereo speakers,
headphones, earbuds, a headset, or a television
audio cable. Also connects an optional headset
microphone.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal
injury, adjust the volume before using
headphones, earbuds, or a headset. For
additional safety information, see the
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices.
NOTE: When a device is connected to the jack,
the computer speakers are disabled.
NOTE: Be sure that the device cable has a 4-
conductor connector that supports both audio-
out (headphone) and audio-in (microphone).
NOTE: Stand-alone microphones and
headphones with separate microphone jacks
are not supported.
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USB 2.0 port Connects an optional USB device.
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