User Guide

Right side
Table 1-1 Right-side components and their descriptions
Component Description
(1) Volume button Controls speaker volume on the computer.
(2) 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.
(3) USB Type-C power connector and port Connects an AC adapter that has a USB Type-C connector,
supplying power to the computer and, if needed, charging the
computer battery.
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Connects a USB device that has a Type-C connector, such as a
cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch, and
provides data transfer.
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Connects a display device that has a USB Type-C connector,
providing DisplayPort™ output.
NOTE: Cables and/or adapters (purchased separately) may be
required.
(4) AC adapter and battery light ● White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is fully
charged.
● Blinking white: The AC adapter is disconnected and the
battery has reached a low battery level.
● Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is
charging.
● O: The battery is not charging.
(5) USB SuperSpeed port with HP Sleep and Charge Connects a USB device, provides high-speed data transfer, and
even when the computer is o, charges most products such as a
cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch.
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