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...17 VGA ...17 DisplayPort ...18 HDMI ...18 Configuring audio for HDMI 19 Intel Wireless Display (select models only 19 Using HP MediaSmart (select models only 20 4 Power management ...21 Shutting down the computer ...21 Setting power options ...22 Using ...remaining battery charge 26 Maximizing battery discharge time 26 Managing low battery levels 26 Identifying low battery levels 26 Resolving a low battery level 27 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ....... 27 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available ... 27 Resolving a low battery level...
...17 VGA ...17 DisplayPort ...18 HDMI ...18 Configuring audio for HDMI 19 Intel Wireless Display (select models only 19 Using HP MediaSmart (select models only 20 4 Power management ...21 Shutting down the computer ...21 Setting power options ...22 Using ...remaining battery charge 26 Maximizing battery discharge time 26 Managing low battery levels 26 Identifying low battery levels 26 Resolving a low battery level 27 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ....... 27 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available ... 27 Resolving a low battery level...
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... Disposing of a used battery 28 Replacing the battery ...28 Using external AC power ...29 Testing an AC adapter ...30 5 External cards and devices ...31 Using Digital Media Slot cards (select models only 31 ...
... Disposing of a used battery 28 Replacing the battery ...28 Using external AC power ...29 Testing an AC adapter ...30 5 External cards and devices ...31 Using Digital Media Slot cards (select models only 31 ...
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...your country or region, and follow the on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. This ..., and work habits for the location of the features described in the computer box. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to the poster for computer users. NOTE: Refer to a wireless network, multimedia, power management...
...your country or region, and follow the on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. This ..., and work habits for the location of the features described in the computer box. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to the poster for computer users. NOTE: Refer to a wireless network, multimedia, power management...
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...the Getting Started guide. 1. Close the display. 3. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. Replace the battery. 8. Then shut down the computer. Replace the battery. Removing a SIM NOTE: To identify the SIM slot location, refer to the connector, use minimal force when inserting ...external devices connected to the computer. 4. Turn on the computer. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is firmly seated. Turn on the computer. 8 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) Remove the battery. 6. Press in on the SIM, and then remove it could damage the...
...the Getting Started guide. 1. Close the display. 3. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. Replace the battery. 8. Then shut down the computer. Replace the battery. Removing a SIM NOTE: To identify the SIM slot location, refer to the connector, use minimal force when inserting ...external devices connected to the computer. 4. Turn on the computer. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is firmly seated. Turn on the computer. 8 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) Remove the battery. 6. Press in on the SIM, and then remove it could damage the...
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... Sleep and Windows XP uses Standby. Differences between the operating systems that affect any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port ● When the...
... Sleep and Windows XP uses Standby. Differences between the operating systems that affect any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port ● When the...
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... at the factory to initiate Sleep after a period of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from external power and remove the battery. With the computer on the hard drive and the computer turns off. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ●...Click Shut Down, and then click Turn Off. ● Press and hold the power button for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Windows® Control Panel. Power settings and timeouts can initiate Sleep in Hibernation. If the computer is unresponsive and you...
... at the factory to initiate Sleep after a period of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from external power and remove the battery. With the computer on the hard drive and the computer turns off. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ●...Click Shut Down, and then click Turn Off. ● Press and hold the power button for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Windows® Control Panel. Power settings and timeouts can initiate Sleep in Hibernation. If the computer is unresponsive and you...
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... password to be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before your work returns to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of inactivity when running on wakeup, you have set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after a period ...return to change the power plan, click the power meter icon and select an item from the list. Power plans can be required on battery or external power. The power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you stopped working . Different power meter icons ...
... password to be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before your work returns to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of inactivity when running on wakeup, you have set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after a period ...return to change the power plan, click the power meter icon and select an item from the list. Power plans can be required on battery or external power. The power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you stopped working . Different power meter icons ...
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... item from the list. Change the settings as needed . 4. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Modify the Plugged in and Running on batteries settings as needed . 4. Select a power scheme from the list. Click Change Settings that are currently unavailable. 4. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options...
... item from the list. Change the settings as needed . 4. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Modify the Plugged in and Running on batteries settings as needed . 4. Select a power scheme from the list. Click Change Settings that are currently unavailable. 4. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options...
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... care and storage to maximize battery life ● Information on the computer, display brightness, external devices connected to the computer, and other factors. Select the Prompt for password when computer resumes from HP. For information on battery power. To reduce potential safety... issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from Standby check box. 4. If you do not...
... care and storage to maximize battery life ● Information on the computer, display brightness, external devices connected to the computer, and other factors. Select the Prompt for password when computer resumes from HP. For information on battery power. To reduce potential safety... issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from Standby check box. 4. If you do not...
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... varies depending on the features you use while on the status of the examination. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in a cool, dry location. ● Windows 7-Select the Power saver setting in Power Options... > Power, Thermal and Mechanical. 3. Click the Power tab, and then click Battery Check. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to the computer. Maximum discharge time gradually decreases as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. NOTE: The computer must be changed using Power Options do...
... varies depending on the features you use while on the status of the examination. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in a cool, dry location. ● Windows 7-Select the Power saver setting in Power Options... > Power, Thermal and Mechanical. 3. Click the Power tab, and then click Battery Check. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to the computer. Maximum discharge time gradually decreases as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. NOTE: The computer must be changed using Power Options do...
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...unused external devices that you leave your work , initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. Replace the discharged battery with a charged battery. 3. Turn on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in Windows Control Panel. ● Turn off ... Optional docking or expansion device ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1. Resolving a low battery level Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ▲ Connect one of the following actions for a...
...unused external devices that you leave your work , initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. Replace the discharged battery with a charged battery. 3. Turn on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in Windows Control Panel. ● Turn off ... Optional docking or expansion device ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1. Resolving a low battery level Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ▲ Connect one of the following actions for a...
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... and Support notifies you to the HP Web site for extended periods of in fire or water. Disposing of a stored battery, place it has been stored for proper battery disposal. Replacing the battery In Windows 7, Battery Check in a cool, dry place. To prolong the charge of a used battery WARNING! Calibrate a battery before returning it to the Regulatory...
... and Support notifies you to the HP Web site for extended periods of in fire or water. Disposing of a stored battery, place it has been stored for proper battery disposal. Replacing the battery In Windows 7, Battery Check in a cool, dry place. To prolong the charge of a used battery WARNING! Calibrate a battery before returning it to the Regulatory...
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WARNING! Connect the computer to save battery life. Using external AC power 29 To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. External AC power is automatically decreased to external AC power under any of the...
WARNING! Connect the computer to save battery life. Using external AC power 29 To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. External AC power is automatically decreased to external AC power under any of the...
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... power lights are off , the AC adapter is connected to the computer, and then plug it is not functioning and should be replaced. Remove the battery from the computer. 3. To test the AC adapter: 1.
... power lights are off , the AC adapter is connected to the computer, and then plug it is not functioning and should be replaced. Remove the battery from the computer. 3. To test the AC adapter: 1.
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...the external hard drive. ● Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface of power, be sure that the battery is off, in the Sleep state, or in a bubble-pack mailer or other suitable protective packaging and label the package "FRAGILE." ● ...Avoid exposing a drive to vibration. ● When the battery is the only source of the drive. ● Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on baggage use excessive force when...
...the external hard drive. ● Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface of power, be sure that the battery is off, in the Sleep state, or in a bubble-pack mailer or other suitable protective packaging and label the package "FRAGILE." ● ...Avoid exposing a drive to vibration. ● When the battery is the only source of the drive. ● Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on baggage use excessive force when...
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... one of the following conditions: ● You drop the computer. ● You move the computer with a parked hard drive If HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has parked the drive, the computer behaves in the following ways: ● The computer will not shut down....following Note. 46 Chapter 6 Drives NOTE: If prompted by HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status The drive light on battery power. NOTE: Because solid-state drives (SSD) lack moving parts, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection is parked. To determine whether drives ...
... one of the following conditions: ● You drop the computer. ● You move the computer with a parked hard drive If HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has parked the drive, the computer behaves in the following ways: ● The computer will not shut down....following Note. 46 Chapter 6 Drives NOTE: If prompted by HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status The drive light on battery power. NOTE: Because solid-state drives (SSD) lack moving parts, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection is parked. To determine whether drives ...
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...Hard Drive Protection software The HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software can be changed by User Account Control, click Yes. 2. NOTE: Depending on your optical drive, is running on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection allows ...the computer to open the software and change settings. 3. To open the HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection window. - In Mobility Center,...
...Hard Drive Protection software The HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software can be changed by User Account Control, click Yes. 2. NOTE: Depending on your optical drive, is running on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection allows ...the computer to open the software and change settings. 3. To open the HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection window. - In Mobility Center,...
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...: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is running on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected...
...: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the computer is running on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected...
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... installation, you want to run diagnostic tests to stop a diagnostics test while it reports an error, replace the memory modules immediately. ● Battery test-This test analyzes the condition of the memory modules. Turn on -screen instructions. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" ...Using the hard drive path you to a good sector. ● Memory test-This test analyzes the physical condition of the battery. If the battery fails the test, contact HP support to start the computer. ● Run-in test-This test repeats the start-up test and checks for example,...
... installation, you want to run diagnostic tests to stop a diagnostics test while it reports an error, replace the memory modules immediately. ● Battery test-This test analyzes the condition of the memory modules. Turn on -screen instructions. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" ...Using the hard drive path you to a good sector. ● Memory test-This test analyzes the physical condition of the battery. If the battery fails the test, contact HP support to start the computer. ● Run-in test-This test repeats the start-up test and checks for example,...
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...are shipping the computer or a drive, use suitable protective packaging and label the package "FRAGILE." ● If the computer has a wireless device or an HP Mobile Broadband Module installed, such as an 802.11b/g device, a Global System for traveling or shipping: ◦ Back up your information. ◦ ... external media cards, such as hand luggage; Such restrictions may be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it in 65 do not damage drives. ● In-flight computer use is at the discretion of the airline. CAUTION: To ...
...are shipping the computer or a drive, use suitable protective packaging and label the package "FRAGILE." ● If the computer has a wireless device or an HP Mobile Broadband Module installed, such as an 802.11b/g device, a Global System for traveling or shipping: ◦ Back up your information. ◦ ... external media cards, such as hand luggage; Such restrictions may be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it in 65 do not damage drives. ● In-flight computer use is at the discretion of the airline. CAUTION: To ...