Summary

Chapter 6: Fundamental Laptops and Portable Devices 9Figure 6-5Laptop: Right-Side ViewOptical Drive IndicatorOptical Drive VGA PortStatus IndicatorThe bottom of the laptop, shown in Figure 6-6, has the following components:■■■■Hard drive access panelBattery latchesDocking station connectorRAM access panelFigure 6-6Laptop: Bottom ViewDocking Station ConnectorBattery LatchBattery LatchRAM Access PanelHard DriveAccess PanelVirtual Laptop Activity: Explore LaptopExplore the different views of the Virtual Laptop. Refer to the Virtual Laptop software onthe CD that accompanies this book.Describe the Components Found on the Inside of theLaptopLaptops have a “clamshell” design. Typically, the laptop is closed when not in use. Byopening the lid of the laptop, you can access a variety of input devices, LEDs, and a displayscreen.