User Guide - Windows 8

Rear
Component Description
(1)
RJ-45 (network) jack with lights Connects a network cable.
●
Green (left): The network is connected.
●
Amber (right): Activity is occurring on the
network.
(2)
USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a
keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner
or USB hub.
For details about different types of USB ports,
see
Using a USB device on page 50.
(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.
(4)
DisplayPort Connects an optional digital display device, such
as a high-performance monitor or projector.
(5)
USB 3.0 charging (powered) port Connects an optional USB device, such as a
keyboard, mouse, external drive, printer, scanner
or USB hub. Standard USB ports will not charge
all USB devices or will charge using a low
current. Some USB devices require power and
require you to use a powered port.
NOTE: USB charging ports can also charge
select models of cell phones and MP3 players,
even when the computer is off.
For details about different types of USB ports,
see
Using a USB device on page 50.
(6) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(7)
AC adapter light
●
White: The AC adapter is connected and the
battery is charged.
●
Amber: The AC adapter is connected and
the battery is charging.
●
Off: The computer is using DC power.
14 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer ENWW