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(9) Convertible hinge Swivels the display and converts the computer from
traditional notebook mode into slate mode or vice
versa. In slate mode, the display is rotated and folded
flat, so that you can view content while carrying the
computer.
(10) Drive light Blinking: The hard drive or optical drive is being
accessed.
(11) Battery light
●
On: A battery is charging.
● Blinking: 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: If the computer is plugged into an external
power source, the light is turned off when all
batteries in the computer are fully charged. If the
computer is not plugged into an external power
source, the light stays off until the battery
reaches a low battery level.
(12) Power light
●
On: The computer is on.
● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
●
Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
(13) Consumer infrared lens Receives a signal from the HP Remote Control.
(14) Internal display switch Turns off the display and initiates Sleep if the display
is closed while the power is on.
(15) Fingerprint reader (select models only) Allows a fingerprint logon to Windows instead of a
password logon.
(16) Wireless antennae (select models only) Send and receive signals from one or more wireless
devices. These antennae are not visible from the
outside of the computer.
6 Chapter 2 External component identification