User's Manual

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1. Smart-card slot*
Use smart cards for authentication, data storage, and application processing.
Within large organizations, you might also use smart cards for strong security
authentication of single sign-on (SSO).
2. Always On USB 3.2 connector
Gen 1
With the Always On USB feature enabled, the Always On USB 3.2 connector Gen
1 can charge a USB-compatible device when the computer is on, off, in sleep
mode, or in hibernation mode.
Notes:
By default, Always On USB is enabled and Charge in Battery Mode is
disabled in UEFI BIOS.
When the computer is off or in hibernation mode, and Charge in Battery Mode
is disabled in UEFI BIOS, ensure that you have connected the computer to ac
power.
To enable the Always On USB feature, do the following:
1. Enter the UEFI BIOS menu. See “Enter the UEFI BIOS menu” on page 49.
2. Click Config USB Always On USB to enable the Always On USB
feature.
3. Ethernet connector
Connect to a local area network (LAN). When the green indicator is on, the
computer is connected to a LAN. When the yellow indicator blinks, data is being
transmitted.
4. Security-lock slot
Lock your computer to a desk, table, or other fixtures through a compatible
security cable lock. See “Lock the computer” on page 43.
* for selected models
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