Portable computer with multiple display configurations

A portable computer configurable between a plurality of display modes including a laptop mode and an easel mode, the portable computer comprising:

• a base;
• a display component rotatably coupled to the base and including a screen which displays content;
• and
• a scroll wheel accessible in each of the plurality of display modes and configured to permit a user to manipulate at least one of operating parameters of the portable computer and the content displayed on the screen.

A portable computer comprising:

• a base;
• a display component including a screen configured to display content;
• a hinge assembly configured to rotatably couple the display component to the base and to permit rotation of the display component about a longitudinal axis running along an interface between the display component and the base;
• and
• a scroll wheel disposed at least partially about the longitudinal axis.