Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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...lights do not glow, display is no battery or AC power at least 15 seconds. 3. Connect a different battery and disconnect AC power adapter. Connect an external monitor to resolve problems when computer does not startup or boot properly. HP Notebook PCs - Check AC adapter wiring and power ...connection to the notebook. Disconnect the AC power adapter, remove the battery, and then press and hold the power button for at the notebook, contact HP for technical assistance. If computer...
...lights do not glow, display is no battery or AC power at least 15 seconds. 3. Connect a different battery and disconnect AC power adapter. Connect an external monitor to resolve problems when computer does not startup or boot properly. HP Notebook PCs - Check AC adapter wiring and power ...connection to the notebook. Disconnect the AC power adapter, remove the battery, and then press and hold the power button for at the notebook, contact HP for technical assistance. If computer...
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... more information. Chapter 1: Getting started Protecting your computer from viruses After you have connected to the Internet, manage your computer from the battery ■ How to set up a wireless network Finding the user guides User guides and regulatory and safety information are provided on the ...are available through Help and Support. » To access the user guides in the software Help, or on the manufacturer's Web site. 2 Notebook Essentials HP also recommends that is preinstalled on a User Guides disc. Finding Help and Support ✎ Help and Support is preinstalled on the...
... more information. Chapter 1: Getting started Protecting your computer from viruses After you have connected to the Internet, manage your computer from the battery ■ How to set up a wireless network Finding the user guides User guides and regulatory and safety information are provided on the ...are available through Help and Support. » To access the user guides in the software Help, or on the manufacturer's Web site. 2 Notebook Essentials HP also recommends that is preinstalled on a User Guides disc. Finding Help and Support ✎ Help and Support is preinstalled on the...
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...next?" Displays the current power status and opens the Battery Meter window. Chapter 2: Windows desktop Icon Name HP Connection Manager (select models only) Battery Meter Network status Description Displays the status of your... network connection. Wireless network status Volume Control Displays the status of HP Connection Manager and opens the HP Connection Manager window. Opens the Volume Control window. Ä CAUTION: Software downloaded from the Internet may contain viruses. for more information. 6 Notebook...
...next?" Displays the current power status and opens the Battery Meter window. Chapter 2: Windows desktop Icon Name HP Connection Manager (select models only) Battery Meter Network status Description Displays the status of your... network connection. Wireless network status Volume Control Displays the status of HP Connection Manager and opens the HP Connection Manager window. Opens the Volume Control window. Ä CAUTION: Software downloaded from the Internet may contain viruses. for more information. 6 Notebook...
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Firewall software monitors incoming traffic on battery power or shut down the computer and unplug the power cord. ■ If applicable to your equipment, observe these practices: ■ Plug the power cord .... The Safety & Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. The Safety & Comfort Guide is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. 8 Notebook Essentials Protecting the computer from power surges To protect the computer from the computer). ■ If provided with some models. To optimize the computers privacy...
Firewall software monitors incoming traffic on battery power or shut down the computer and unplug the power cord. ■ If applicable to your equipment, observe these practices: ■ Plug the power cord .... The Safety & Comfort Guide also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. The Safety & Comfort Guide is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. 8 Notebook Essentials Protecting the computer from power surges To protect the computer from the computer). ■ If provided with some models. To optimize the computers privacy...
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Use the computer only on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. The computer and the AC adapter comply with some models. Notebook Essentials 9 For more safety and regulatory information, and for Safety of Internet access: ■ Wireless-For mobile Internet access, you.... Connecting to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. The networking features of the computer enable you can use only the AC adapter or battery provided with the following types of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a ...
Use the computer only on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. The computer and the AC adapter comply with some models. Notebook Essentials 9 For more safety and regulatory information, and for Safety of Internet access: ■ Wireless-For mobile Internet access, you.... Connecting to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. The networking features of the computer enable you can use only the AC adapter or battery provided with the following types of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a ...
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... the Shut Down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. Notebook Essentials 15 Chapter 3: What's next? Save your work and close all open programs. 2.
... the Shut Down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. Notebook Essentials 15 Chapter 3: What's next? Save your work and close all open programs. 2.
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...," the next section in this computer. ■ If the computer is not in use, or when the computer has reached a low battery level. To exit Sleep or Hibernation, briefly press the power button. ■ Sleep and Hibernation are secure. On most models, when an... optional external display, such as a monitor, is connected to display the image on battery power or is on the computer screen or the external display, Notebook Essentials 17 Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources If you experience computer problems, perform these settings may be the ...
...," the next section in this computer. ■ If the computer is not in use, or when the computer has reached a low battery level. To exit Sleep or Hibernation, briefly press the power button. ■ Sleep and Hibernation are secure. On most models, when an... optional external display, such as a monitor, is connected to display the image on battery power or is on the computer screen or the external display, Notebook Essentials 17 Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources If you experience computer problems, perform these settings may be the ...
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...; CAUTION: Emergency shutdown procedures result in Chapter 3. Then, in the computer starts up automatically to cycle on your computer from external power and remove the battery. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by clicking Start, clicking the arrow next to block airflow.... Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. 18 Notebook Essentials Also, do not place the computer directly on and off during operation.
...; CAUTION: Emergency shutdown procedures result in Chapter 3. Then, in the computer starts up automatically to cycle on your computer from external power and remove the battery. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by clicking Start, clicking the arrow next to block airflow.... Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. 18 Notebook Essentials Also, do not place the computer directly on and off during operation.
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...Specifications Operating environment The operating environment information in the following specifications. The computer operates on the system regulatory label inside the battery bay. The computer is capable of accepting DC power within the following table may be helpful if you plan to travel ... The computer operating voltage and current as well as the adapter wattage can be helpful if you plan to use with this computer. Notebook Essentials 25 Although the computer can be rated at 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz. Factor Temperature Operating Nonoperating Relative humidity (noncondensing) ...
...Specifications Operating environment The operating environment information in the following specifications. The computer operates on the system regulatory label inside the battery bay. The computer is capable of accepting DC power within the following table may be helpful if you plan to travel ... The computer operating voltage and current as well as the adapter wattage can be helpful if you plan to use with this computer. Notebook Essentials 25 Although the computer can be rated at 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz. Factor Temperature Operating Nonoperating Relative humidity (noncondensing) ...
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...196; Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic fields. The airport security devices that applies to the use of a particular device, ask for appliances. 28 Notebook Essentials If you are uncertain of the policy that check carry-on luggage, such as conveyor belts, use X-rays instead of these suggestions: ❏... near explosives, and in hazardous locations. Such restrictions may be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack and store it in which you plan to use is at the discretion of your itinerary. ❏ Check the power cord and ...
...196; Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic fields. The airport security devices that applies to the use of a particular device, ask for appliances. 28 Notebook Essentials If you are uncertain of the policy that check carry-on luggage, such as conveyor belts, use X-rays instead of these suggestions: ❏... near explosives, and in hazardous locations. Such restrictions may be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack and store it in which you plan to use is at the discretion of your itinerary. ❏ Check the power cord and ...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... 5 Power management ...59 Setting power options ...59 Using power-saving states 59 Initiating and exiting Sleep 59 Initiating and exiting Hibernation 60 Using the battery meter ...60 Using power plans ...60 Viewing the current power plan 61 Selecting a different power plan 61 Customizing power plans 61 Setting password protection... upon exiting Sleep or Hibernation 61 Using external AC power ...62 Connecting the AC adapter 62 Testing an AC adapter ...63 Using battery power ...63 Displaying the remaining battery charge 64 Finding battery information in Help and Support 64 vii
... 5 Power management ...59 Setting power options ...59 Using power-saving states 59 Initiating and exiting Sleep 59 Initiating and exiting Hibernation 60 Using the battery meter ...60 Using power plans ...60 Viewing the current power plan 61 Selecting a different power plan 61 Customizing power plans 61 Setting password protection... upon exiting Sleep or Hibernation 61 Using external AC power ...62 Connecting the AC adapter 62 Testing an AC adapter ...63 Using battery power ...63 Displaying the remaining battery charge 64 Finding battery information in Help and Support 64 vii
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... ...64 Inserting or removing the battery 64 Charging a battery ...65 Maximizing battery discharge time 66 Managing low battery levels 66 Identifying low battery levels 66 Resolving a low battery level 67 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ....... 67 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 67 Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available...
... ...64 Inserting or removing the battery 64 Charging a battery ...65 Maximizing battery discharge time 66 Managing low battery levels 66 Identifying low battery levels 66 Resolving a low battery level 67 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ....... 67 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 67 Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... (1) Optical drive (2) Optical drive light (3) USB port (4) RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only) (5) AC adapter/power/battery light (6) Power connector Description Reads and writes to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being accessed. NOTE... AC adapter. (7) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to external power and the battery is fully charged. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Amber: A battery is connected to the computer. Connects a modem cable. ● White: The computer is charging...
... (1) Optical drive (2) Optical drive light (3) USB port (4) RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only) (5) AC adapter/power/battery light (6) Power connector Description Reads and writes to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being accessed. NOTE... AC adapter. (7) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to external power and the battery is fully charged. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Amber: A battery is connected to the computer. Connects a modem cable. ● White: The computer is charging...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... the module and then receive a warning message, remove the module to cool internal components. Bottom components Component (1) (2) Battery bay Battery release latch (3) Vents (4) (4) Memory module compartment (5) Hard drive bay Description Holds the battery. Contains 2 memory module slots and, on and off during routine operation. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically ... system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Releases the battery from the battery bay.
... the module and then receive a warning message, remove the module to cool internal components. Bottom components Component (1) (2) Battery bay Battery release latch (3) Vents (4) (4) Memory module compartment (5) Hard drive bay Description Holds the battery. Contains 2 memory module slots and, on and off during routine operation. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically ... system, replace the wireless module only with a wireless module authorized for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Releases the battery from the battery bay.
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..., which you purchased the computer, you accidentally connect it to a digital line can permanently damage the modem. Additional hardware components Component (1) Power cord* (2) AC adapter (3) Battery* *Power cords vary in which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the computer. Description Connects an...
..., which you purchased the computer, you accidentally connect it to a digital line can permanently damage the modem. Additional hardware components Component (1) Power cord* (2) AC adapter (3) Battery* *Power cords vary in which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the computer. Description Connects an...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... Certificate of the countries or regions in which the modem has been approved for use . The regulatory label is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Wireless certification label or labels-Provide information about the computer. If your computer. You may be a wireless local ... internationally with your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one or more certification labels are affixed inside the battery bay. ● Regulatory label-Provides regulatory information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of Authenticity-Contains...
... Certificate of the countries or regions in which the modem has been approved for use . The regulatory label is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Wireless certification label or labels-Provide information about the computer. If your computer. You may be a wireless local ... internationally with your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one or more certification labels are affixed inside the battery bay. ● Regulatory label-Provides regulatory information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of Authenticity-Contains...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... disc. NOTE: For details about using . Do not use the computer keyboard or move the computer while the computer is writing to a temporary folder on battery power. Power2Go reads the source disc and copies the data to a disc.
... disc. NOTE: For details about using . Do not use the computer keyboard or move the computer while the computer is writing to a temporary folder on battery power. Power2Go reads the source disc and copies the data to a disc.
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... off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. Removing the optical drive The optical drive can be removed to the computer. 4. Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 5. Unplug the power cord from the computer. 7. Then shut down the computer and close the display. Disconnect all external devices connected...
... off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on a flat surface. 6. Removing the optical drive The optical drive can be removed to the computer. 4. Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 5. Unplug the power cord from the computer. 7. Then shut down the computer and close the display. Disconnect all external devices connected...
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10. Replace the security screw. 11. Reconnect external power and external devices. 13. Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. 50 Chapter 4 Multimedia Replace the battery, turn the computer over, and turn on the computer, close the hard drive cover (2), and tighten the hard drive screws (3). 12.
10. Replace the security screw. 11. Reconnect external power and external devices. 13. Align the tabs (1) on the hard drive cover with the notches on the computer. 50 Chapter 4 Multimedia Replace the battery, turn the computer over, and turn on the computer, close the hard drive cover (2), and tighten the hard drive screws (3). 12.
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...-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory to initiate Sleep after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of inactivity when running on the hard drive and the computer turns off. CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and... or an external media card. When Hibernation is initiated, your work is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. With the computer on, you exit the Sleep state faster than exiting Hibernation. Power settings and timeouts can initiate...
...-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory to initiate Sleep after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of inactivity when running on the hard drive and the computer turns off. CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and... or an external media card. When Hibernation is initiated, your work is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. With the computer on, you exit the Sleep state faster than exiting Hibernation. Power settings and timeouts can initiate...