User's Guide
Table Of Contents
- Contents
- Notebook Features
- Pointing Devices and Keyboard
- Battery Packs
- Running the Notebook on Battery Power
- Identifying Battery Packs
- Inserting or Removing a Primary Battery Pack
- Inserting or Removing a MultiBay Battery Pack
- Charging a Battery Pack
- Monitoring the Charge in a Battery Pack
- Managing Low-Battery Conditions
- Calibrating a Battery Pack
- Battery Conservation Procedures and Settings
- Storing a Battery Pack
- Disposing of a Used Battery Pack
- Finding More Power Information
- Drives
Notebook Features
Hardware Guide 1–11
Rear Components
Component Description
1
Exhaust vent Enables airflow to cool internal
components.
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To prevent overheating, do
not obstruct vents. Using the
notebook on a soft surface
such as a pillow, blanket, rug,
or thick clothing can block
airflow.
2
AC power connector Connects an AC adapter or an optional
Automobile Power Adapter/Charger or
Aircraft Power Adapter.
3
Serial connector Connects an optional serial device.
4
Parallel connector Connects an optional parallel device,
such as an external printer.
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