Operation Manual
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NOTE: Refer to the image that most closely matches your computer.
Component Description
(1) Vents Enable airow to cool internal components.
NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool
internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal for
the internal fan to cycle on and o during routine operation.
(2) RJ-45 (network) jack/status lights Connects a network cable.
● White: The network is connected.
● Amber: Activity is occurring on the network.
(3) 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.
(4) 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.
(5) Mini Dual-Mode DisplayPort Connects an optional digital display device, such as a high-
performance monitor or projector.
(6) USB Type-C port with HP Sleep and Charge Connects a USB device that has a Type-C connector, and even
when the computer is o, charges most products such as a
cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or smartwatch.
– and –
Connects a display device that has a USB Type-C connector,
providing DisplayPort output.
NOTE: Cables and/or adapters (purchased separately) may
be required.
(6) USB Type-C Thunderbolt port with HP Sleep
and Charge
Connects and charges most USB devices that have a Type-C
connector, such as a cell phone, camera, activity tracker, or
smartwatch, and provides high-speed data transfer.
– and –
Connects a display device that has a USB Type-C connector,
providing DisplayPort output.
NOTE: Your computer may also support a Thunderbolt
docking station.
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