Front components
Item Component Function
(1)
Audio-out (headphone) jack Produces sound when connected to optional powered stereo
speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television
audio.
(2)
Audio-in (microphone) Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo
array microphone, or monaural microphone.
Right-side components
Item Component Function
(1)
USB ports Connect optional USB devices.
(2)
Optical drive Reads optical discs, and, on select models, also writes to
optical discs.
(3)
Optical drive light On: The optical drive is being accessed.
(4)
Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a
deterrent, but may not prevent the computer from being
mishandled or stolen.
10 Chapter 2 External component identification