User Manual
Left side
Table 2-2 Left-side components and their descriptions
Component Description
(1) Power light ● On: The computer is on.
● O: The computer is o, in Hibernation, or in the Sleep 
state. For information about Sleep or Hibernation, see 
Using Sleep and Hibernation on page 33.
(2) Power button ● When the computer is o, press the button to turn on the 
computer.
● When the computer is on, press the button briey to 
initiate Sleep.
● When the computer is in the Sleep state, press the button 
briey to exit Sleep (select products only).
● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button 
briey to exit Hibernation.
IMPORTANT: Pressing and holding down the power button 
results in the loss of unsaved information.
If the computer has stopped responding and shutdown 
procedures are ineective, press and hold the power button 
down for at least 5 seconds to turn o the computer.
To learn more about your power settings, see your power 
options:
▲ Right-click the Power icon  , and then select Power 
Options.
(3) Audio-out (headphone)/Audio-in (microphone) 
combo jack
Connects optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, 
earbuds, a headset, or a television audio cable. Also connects an 
optional headset microphone. This jack does not support 
optional standalone microphones.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the 
volume before putting on headphones, earbuds, or a headset. 
For additional safety information, see the Regulatory, Safety, 
and Environmental Notices.
To access this guide:
▲ Type HP Documentation in the taskbar search box, 
and then select HP Documentation.
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