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Getting to know your computer2
Your computer features top-rated components. This chapter provides details about your components, where
they are located, and how they work.
Actual computer color, features, feature locations, and icon labels might vary from the images depicted.
Locating hardware
To nd out what hardware is installed on your computer, type device manager in the taskbar search box,
and then select the
Device Manager app.
For information about system hardware components and the system BIOS version number, press fn+esc
(select products only).
Locating software
To nd out what software is installed on your computer, right-click the Start button, and then select Apps and
Features.
Right side
Identify the components on the right side of the computer.
Table 2-1 Right-side components and their descriptions
Component Description
(1) Vent Enables 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) USB SuperSpeed ports (2) Connect a USB device, provide high-speed data transfer, and (for
select products) charge small devices (such as a smartphone)
when the computer is on or in Sleep mode.
NOTE: Use a standard USB Type-A charging cable or cable
adapter (purchased separately) when charging a small external
device.
Getting to know your computer 3
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