User Guide
Component Description
NOTE: For more information about HP 3D DriveGuard, see
Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select products only) on page 49.
(7) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(8) Battery light When AC power is connected:
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White: The battery charge is greater than 90 percent.
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Amber: The battery charge is from 0 to 90 percent.
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O: The battery is not charging.
When AC power is disconnected (battery not charging):
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Blinking amber: The battery has reached a low battery
level. When the battery has reached a critical battery level,
the battery light begins blinking rapidly.
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O: The battery is not charging.
(9) External monitor port Connects an external VGA monitor or projector.
(10) HDMI port Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a high-
denition television, any compatible digital or audio component,
or a high-speed High Denition Multimedia Interface (HDMI)
device.
(11) USB 3.0 port Connects an optional USB device, such as a keyboard, mouse,
external drive, printer, scanner or USB hub.
(12) USB Type-C charging port Connects any USB device with a Type-C connector and can charge
products such as cell phones, laptops, tablets, and MP3 players.
8 Chapter 2 Components