2–8 Maintenance and Service Guide
External component identification
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
USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices.
4
TV antenna/cable jack (select models
only)
Connects a TV antenna, a digital cable device, or a satellite device that
receives standard or high-definition TV broadcasts.
5
RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models
only)
Connects a modem cable.
6
Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
✎
The security cable is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not
prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen.
7
AC adapter light ■ On: The computer is connected to external power.
■ Off: The computer is not connected to external power.
8
Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
