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... ...29 Multimedia features ...29 Identifying your multimedia components 30 Adjusting the volume ...31 Using the media activity keys 31 Multimedia software ...33 Using HP MediaSmart software 33 Using other preinstalled multimedia software 33 Installing multimedia software from a disc 33 Audio ...34 Connecting external audio devices 34 Checking your...management ...38 Setting power options ...38 Using power-saving states 38 Initiating and exiting Sleep 38 Initiating and exiting Hibernation 39 Using the battery meter ...39 Using power plans ...39 Viewing the current power plan 40 vi
... ...29 Multimedia features ...29 Identifying your multimedia components 30 Adjusting the volume ...31 Using the media activity keys 31 Multimedia software ...33 Using HP MediaSmart software 33 Using other preinstalled multimedia software 33 Installing multimedia software from a disc 33 Audio ...34 Connecting external audio devices 34 Checking your...management ...38 Setting power options ...38 Using power-saving states 38 Initiating and exiting Sleep 38 Initiating and exiting Hibernation 39 Using the battery meter ...39 Using power plans ...39 Viewing the current power plan 40 vi
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... AC adapter 41 Using battery power ...43 Finding battery information in Help and Support 43 Using Battery Check ...43 Displaying the remaining battery charge 44 Inserting or removing the battery 44 Charging a battery ...45 Maximizing battery discharge time 45 Managing low battery levels 46 Identifying low battery levels 46 Resolving a low battery level 46 Resolving a low battery level when external power...
... AC adapter 41 Using battery power ...43 Finding battery information in Help and Support 43 Using Battery Check ...43 Displaying the remaining battery charge 44 Inserting or removing the battery 44 Charging a battery ...45 Maximizing battery discharge time 45 Managing low battery levels 46 Identifying low battery levels 46 Resolving a low battery level 46 Resolving a low battery level when external power...
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... then contact technical support through Help and Support. On-The webcam is normal for use . Releases the battery from the battery bay. It is in use by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or region. Item Description... 1 Battery bay 2 Battery Release latch 3 Vents (7) 4 Primary Hard Drive bay 5 Integrated subwoofer Display components Function Holds the battery. Holds the primary hard drive, the memory module slots, and the WLAN module ...
... then contact technical support through Help and Support. On-The webcam is normal for use . Releases the battery from the battery bay. It is in use by the governmental agency that regulates wireless devices in your country or region. Item Description... 1 Battery bay 2 Battery Release latch 3 Vents (7) 4 Primary Hard Drive bay 5 Integrated subwoofer Display components Function Holds the battery. Holds the primary hard drive, the memory module slots, and the WLAN module ...
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Components 11 Item Description 1 Power cord* 2 AC adapter 3 Battery* Function Connects an AC adapter to an external power source. * Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. Provides power when the computer is not connected to an AC outlet. Converts AC power to DC power.
Components 11 Item Description 1 Power cord* 2 AC adapter 3 Battery* Function Connects an AC adapter to an external power source. * Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. Provides power when the computer is not connected to an AC outlet. Converts AC power to DC power.
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... important information including: The service tag label is affixed to the bottom of the computer. This label is located inside the battery bay. ● HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number label (select models only)-Provides the serial number of the computer. ● Regulatory label-Provides regulatory...by some of Authenticity-Contains the Windows Product Key. This label is located inside the battery bay. 12 Chapter 1 Features The regulatory label is affixed to the bottom of the HP Mobile Broadband Module. An optional device might need the Product Key to update or ...
... important information including: The service tag label is affixed to the bottom of the computer. This label is located inside the battery bay. ● HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number label (select models only)-Provides the serial number of the computer. ● Regulatory label-Provides regulatory...by some of Authenticity-Contains the Windows Product Key. This label is located inside the battery bay. 12 Chapter 1 Features The regulatory label is affixed to the bottom of the HP Mobile Broadband Module. An optional device might need the Product Key to update or ...
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...the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. When Hibernation is initiated, your work is saved to a hibernation file ...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 external power. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of information, do not initiate ...
...the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. When Hibernation is initiated, your work is saved to a hibernation file ...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 external power. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of information, do not initiate ...
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...To initiate Hibernation, click Start, click the arrow next to change power plan settings or create your own power plan. Using the battery meter The battery meter is a collection of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. Under the Behaviors column, select Show icons and ...notifications for the Power icon. 4. Power plans can change the power plan, click the Battery Meter icon, and then select an item from the list. Power settings and timeouts are changed using Power Options in the notification area at...
...To initiate Hibernation, click Start, click the arrow next to change power plan settings or create your own power plan. Using the battery meter The battery meter is a collection of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. Under the Behaviors column, select Show icons and ...notifications for the Power icon. 4. Power plans can change the power plan, click the Battery Meter icon, and then select an item from the list. Power settings and timeouts are changed using Power Options in the notification area at...
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...settings, and then make changes. Setting password protection on wakeup. 3. Selecting a different power plan To select a different power plan: ● Click the Battery Meter icon in the notification area at the far right of the task bar. - or - Click Require a password (recommended). 5. Click Save changes... management or - ● Select Start >Control Panel >System and Security>Options, and then select a power plan from the list. - Click the Battery Meter icon in the notification area at the far right of the task bar, and then click More power options. - or - ● Select...
...settings, and then make changes. Setting password protection on wakeup. 3. Selecting a different power plan To select a different power plan: ● Click the Battery Meter icon in the notification area at the far right of the task bar. - or - Click Require a password (recommended). 5. Click Save changes... management or - ● Select Start >Control Panel >System and Security>Options, and then select a power plan from the list. - Click the Battery Meter icon in the notification area at the far right of the task bar, and then click More power options. - or - ● Select...
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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 the computer). To reduce the risk of the power cord to an AC outlet (3). If the power cord has...from the AC outlet (not by attaching a 2-pin adapter. Connect the power cord to external AC power: 1. Do not charge the computer battery while on , the Battery Meter icon in the notification area changes appearance. External AC power is easily accessible at all times. The grounding pin is automatically decreased to...
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 the computer). To reduce the risk of the power cord to an AC outlet (3). If the power cord has...from the AC outlet (not by attaching a 2-pin adapter. Connect the power cord to external AC power: 1. Do not charge the computer battery while on , the Battery Meter icon in the notification area changes appearance. External AC power is easily accessible at all times. The grounding pin is automatically decreased to...
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... from external 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 the computer. Using Battery Check Help and Support provides information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information, select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans: Frequently...
... from external 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 the computer. Using Battery Check Help and Support provides information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information, select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans: Frequently...
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... it is the sole power source causes loss of information, initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. To insert the battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. 3. To remove the battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. 3. Close the display. 2. Displaying the remaining...
... it is the sole power source causes loss of information, initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. To insert the battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. 3. To remove the battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. 3. Close the display. 2. Displaying the remaining...
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...on the features used while on board aircraft. Using battery power 45 Charging a battery WARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while on battery power. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge displays: ● If charging a new battery, charge it fully before turning on the display. ...● Check the Power saver setting in use before charging it. ● If the battery has been unused for two weeks or more , calibrate the battery instead of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, ...
...on the features used while on board aircraft. Using battery power 45 Charging a battery WARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while on battery power. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge displays: ● If charging a new battery, charge it fully before turning on the display. ...● Check the Power saver setting in use before charging it. ● If the battery has been unused for two weeks or more , calibrate the battery instead of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, ...
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...Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in a cool, dry location. Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available To resolve a low battery level when no power source is available, initiate Hibernation or save your work and then shut down and... Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available To resolve a low battery level when a charged battery is on the computer. Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using ...
...Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in a cool, dry location. Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available To resolve a low battery level when no power source is available, initiate Hibernation or save your work and then shut down and... Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available To resolve a low battery level when a charged battery is on the computer. Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using ...
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...sign next to Sleep, and then click the plus sign next to Hibernate after the calibration. Change the On battery setting to an external power source. Discharge the battery. g. Click Save changes. 3. Connect the computer to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion ... adapter or device to Never. To disable Hibernation and Sleep: a. Click the Battery Meter icon in battery run time. f. Click OK. Do not calibrate a new battery. Fully charge the battery. Insert the battery into the computer. Change the Turn off the display settings to external power until...
...sign next to Sleep, and then click the plus sign next to Hibernate after the calibration. Change the On battery setting to an external power source. Discharge the battery. g. Click Save changes. 3. Connect the computer to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion ... adapter or device to Never. To disable Hibernation and Sleep: a. Click the Battery Meter icon in battery run time. f. Click OK. Do not calibrate a new battery. Fully charge the battery. Insert the battery into the computer. Change the Turn off the display settings to external power until...
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... - Click the plus sign next to Sleep, and then click the plus sign next to external power until the battery is fully recharged. Conserving battery power To conserve battery power: ● Select Windows Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options > Power Saver power plan. ...; The hard drive speed does not decrease automatically when the computer is idle. ◦ System-initiated Hibernation does not occur. 4. b. The battery discharges whether or not you are using them. 48 Chapter 5 Power management Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options....
... - Click the plus sign next to Sleep, and then click the plus sign next to external power until the battery is fully recharged. Conserving battery power To conserve battery power: ● Select Windows Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options > Power Saver power plan. ...; The hard drive speed does not decrease automatically when the computer is idle. ◦ System-initiated Hibernation does not occur. 4. b. The battery discharges whether or not you are using them. 48 Chapter 5 Power management Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options....
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... remove any external media cards that you are not using it if it to storage. If a computer is covered by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. Replacing the battery Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on the computer, display brightness, external devices connected to the computer, and...
... remove any external media cards that you are not using it if it to storage. If a computer is covered by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. Replacing the battery Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on the computer, display brightness, external devices connected to the computer, and...
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.... When the switch is complete, a notification appears in Power-saving mode. When switching from AC power to battery power, the computer switches from battery power to AC power, the computer switches back to continue using , right-click on the Windows desktop, and then click Configure Switchable... Graphics. 50 Chapter 5 Power management To determine which graphics mode you are reset when switching between AC and battery power, you are in the High-performance mode. While the computer switches modes, the screen goes blank for processing graphics.
.... When the switch is complete, a notification appears in Power-saving mode. When switching from AC power to battery power, the computer switches from battery power to AC power, the computer switches back to continue using , right-click on the Windows desktop, and then click Configure Switchable... Graphics. 50 Chapter 5 Power management To determine which graphics mode you are reset when switching between AC and battery power, you are in the High-performance mode. While the computer switches modes, the screen goes blank for processing graphics.
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... is unresponsive and you are unable to a USB port. ● Disconnecting from external power, and remove the battery. Although the computer can be shut down with the Power button, HP recommends using the Windows shut down the computer: 1. To shut down command. If the computer is in the... Sleep or in Hibernation, exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutting down the computer when: ● Replacing the battery or accessing components inside the computer...
... is unresponsive and you are unable to a USB port. ● Disconnecting from external power, and remove the battery. Although the computer can be shut down with the Power button, HP recommends using the Windows shut down the computer: 1. To shut down command. If the computer is in the... Sleep or in Hibernation, exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutting down the computer when: ● Replacing the battery or accessing components inside the computer...
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...or other suitable protective packaging and label the package "FRAGILE." Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic fields. The airport security devices that the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to media. If you are fragile computer components that is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep ...and allow the screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. When the battery is the only source of magnetism and do not damage a drive. 52 Chapter 6 Drives If a drive must be mailed, place the...
...or other suitable protective packaging and label the package "FRAGILE." Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic fields. The airport security devices that the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to media. If you are fragile computer components that is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep ...and allow the screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. When the battery is the only source of magnetism and do not damage a drive. 52 Chapter 6 Drives If a drive must be mailed, place the...
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... burning audio files because after the information is generally best for burning data files or for such purposes. Do not write to a temporary folder on battery power. Insert the disc you are using software included with CyberLink Power2Go. ● Use CD-Rs to a disc. Click Copy at the bottom right of...
... burning audio files because after the information is generally best for burning data files or for such purposes. Do not write to a temporary folder on battery power. Insert the disc you are using software included with CyberLink Power2Go. ● Use CD-Rs to a disc. Click Copy at the bottom right of...