Mystery slot in my computer

Ok..this is probably a dumb questions, but can anybody tell me what that slot is for at the left side of my MacBook Pro? There seems to be a slot that I can push in (beside headphone jack) but I have no idea what "goes there"...anyone want to help a brother out? Thanks...

Hi skills;
You might look here for some ideas.
Allan

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Hi folks,
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http://uk.ts.fujitsu.com/rl/servicesupport/techsupport/professionalpc/ESPRIMO/Datasheets/ds_esprimo_edition_e2500.pdf
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Here are the original factory specs for your HP Pavilion HPE h8-1234 Desktop Computer. Based on these specs, this model has a Gen 2.0 PCIe x16 graphics card slot and should support most Gen 2.0, 2.1, and 3.0 graphics cards.
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Please consider the Corsair CX500, CX500M, CX600, or CX600M for your power supply needs. These PSUs are direct drop-in replacements and are known to fit most HP consumer desktop computer cases. The "M" models are modular to reduce cable clutter and improve airflow when compared to the non-"M" versions.
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