Index | Item | Image | Description | 1 | Docking connector | 
| With a ThinkPad Mini Dock, Port Replicator, or Port Replicator II, you can extend the computer capabilities when you are in your office or home. | 2 | Communications bay | 
| Your computer might include a Mini-PCI card in this bay. Depending on your computer configuration, the card enables Wireless LAN (either IEEE 802.11b standard or IEEE 802.11a/b) communication. | 3 | Memory-upgrade slot | 
| You can increase the amount of memory in your computer by installing a memory module in the memory bay. Memory modules are available as options. | 4 | Infrared port | 
| The infrared port enables the computer to communicate with other devices that have infrared data-transfer capability, such as some personal digital assistants (PDAs) and mobile computers. NOTE: Not supported on R40e models. | 5 | Battery latch | 
| The battery latch is for locking and unlocking the battery. | 6 | Built-in stereo speakers | 
| The stereo speakers are built into your computer. | 7 | Battery | 
| Use your computer with battery power whenever ac power is unavailable. | 8 | Labels for identification | 
| The serial number label identifies your computer. If you contact IBM for help, the serial number will enable IBM support technicians to identify your computer and provide the highest level of service. |
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