HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... Sleep 17 Initiating and exiting Hibernation 17 Using the power meter ...18 Using power plans ...18 Viewing the current power plan 18 Selecting a different power plan 18 Customizing power plans 19 Setting password protection on wakeup 19 Using HP Power Manager (select models only 19 Using battery power ...20 Finding battery information 20 Using Battery Check...
... Sleep 17 Initiating and exiting Hibernation 17 Using the power meter ...18 Using power plans ...18 Viewing the current power plan 18 Selecting a different power plan 18 Customizing power plans 19 Setting password protection on wakeup 19 Using HP Power Manager (select models only 19 Using battery power ...20 Finding battery information 20 Using Battery Check...
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...also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support. Finding more information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to a wireless network, multimedia, power management, security, and so on. For country- To ... of your user guides and reference material. ● Getting Started-Contains information about your computer. NOTE: Refer to http://www.hp.com/support, select your new computer 1 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about your computer and turning it on. The...
...also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. To access Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support. Finding more information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to a wireless network, multimedia, power management, security, and so on. For country- To ... of your user guides and reference material. ● Getting Started-Contains information about your computer. NOTE: Refer to http://www.hp.com/support, select your new computer 1 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about your computer and turning it on. The...
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...9679; Close the display. ● Select Start, click the arrow next to the Shut down button, and then click Sleep. Setting power options 17 Your work is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio... on, you can be required on external power. When Hibernation is in the Sleep state 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 Windows® Control Panel. When the computer exits...
...9679; Close the display. ● Select Start, click the arrow next to the Shut down button, and then click Sleep. Setting power options 17 Your work is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio... on, you can be required on external power. When Hibernation is in the Sleep state 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 Windows® Control Panel. When the computer exits...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... of the taskbar. ● Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. Using power plans A power plan is running on battery or external power. Different power meter icons indicate whether the computer is a collection of the following methods: ● Click the power meter icon in the... notification area, at the far right of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer over the power meter icon. ● To access Power Options, or to change the...
... of the taskbar. ● Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. Using power plans A power plan is running on battery or external power. Different power meter icons indicate whether the computer is a collection of the following methods: ● Click the power meter icon in the... notification area, at the far right of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer over the power meter icon. ● To access Power Options, or to change the...
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...> System and Security > Power Options. 2. To change additional settings, click Change advanced power settings and make your computer's power consumption and battery charge. Setting password protection on wakeup. 3. Click Require a password (recommended). Click Save changes. In the left pane, click Require a ... the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation, follow the onscreen instructions. The following power plans are currently unavailable. 4. or - Using HP Power Manager (select models only) 19 NOTE: If you need to create or change your user account password, and then follow...
...> System and Security > Power Options. 2. To change additional settings, click Change advanced power settings and make your computer's power consumption and battery charge. Setting password protection on wakeup. 3. Click Require a password (recommended). Click Save changes. In the left pane, click Require a ... the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation, follow the onscreen instructions. The following power plans are currently unavailable. 4. or - Using HP Power Manager (select models only) 19 NOTE: If you need to create or change your user account password, and then follow...
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... see if they are functioning properly, and then reports the results of the taskbar. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to work properly. 2. Using Battery Check Battery Check in Help and Support provides information on AC power. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on increasing or decreasing display...
... see if they are functioning properly, and then reports the results of the taskbar. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to work properly. 2. Using Battery Check Battery Check in Help and Support provides information on AC power. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on increasing or decreasing display...
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... for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level, the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional docking or expansion device ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available ▲...; Connect one of the following behavior occurs: ● The battery light (select models only) indicates a low or critical battery level. Preferences set at the factory.
... for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level, the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional docking or expansion device ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available ▲...; Connect one of the following behavior occurs: ● The battery light (select models only) indicates a low or critical battery level. Preferences set at the factory.
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...docking or expansion device. Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. Contact customer support if the computer battery needs to be replaced only by... pressing the power button. WARNING! Using a factory-sealed battery IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to the Quick Setup ...
...docking or expansion device. Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. Contact customer support if the computer battery needs to be replaced only by... pressing the power button. WARNING! Using a factory-sealed battery IMPORTANT: Do not attempt to the Quick Setup ...
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... computer exhibits any of the following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is automatically decreased to save battery life. To test the AC adapter: 1. When HP CoolSense is off, performance and fan settings are using your computer on the move ...or when lounging around the house, HP CoolSense helps deliver the optimum level of comfort by ...
... computer exhibits any of the following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is automatically decreased to save battery life. To test the AC adapter: 1. When HP CoolSense is off, performance and fan settings are using your computer on the move ...or when lounging around the house, HP CoolSense helps deliver the optimum level of comfort by ...
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...the package "FRAGILE." ● Avoid exposing a drive to which they apply. The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is the only source of magnetism and do not drop a drive or place items on it down the computer. Handling drives 33 Do not spray...-on baggage use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay. ● Do not type on the keyboard or move a computer that the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to media. ● Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity extremes. ● Avoid exposing a drive to clear, ...
...the package "FRAGILE." ● Avoid exposing a drive to which they apply. The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is the only source of magnetism and do not drop a drive or place items on it down the computer. Handling drives 33 Do not spray...-on baggage use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay. ● Do not type on the keyboard or move a computer that the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to media. ● Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity extremes. ● Avoid exposing a drive to clear, ...
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... to complete. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only) HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection protects a hard drive by parking the drive and halting data requests under either of fragmented...: 1. Refer to Help and Support for your computer manually at another time when you can run more efficiently. Follow the on battery power. 34 Chapter 6 Drives Using hard drives Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you start Disk Defragmenter, it to ...
... to complete. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only) HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection protects a hard drive by parking the drive and halting data requests under either of fragmented...: 1. Refer to Help and Support for your computer manually at another time when you can run more efficiently. Follow the on battery power. 34 Chapter 6 Drives Using hard drives Improving hard drive performance Using Disk Defragmenter As you start Disk Defragmenter, it to ...
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... System Tray row, click Show. 3. For more information, refer to initiate Hibernation. Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status The drive light on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection allows the computer to the HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Help. The icon in status, you need to -date...
... System Tray row, click Show. 3. For more information, refer to initiate Hibernation. Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status The drive light on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection allows the computer to the HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Help. The icon in status, you need to -date...
HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... update. Using the hard drive path you can delete the downloaded file from the AC outlet. Double-click your hard drive that are displayed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. Follow the on -screen instructions. b. NOTE: If you want to download...
... update. Using the hard drive path you can delete the downloaded file from the AC outlet. Double-click your hard drive that are displayed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. Follow the on -screen instructions. b. NOTE: If you want to download...
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... 2. If it reports an error, replace the memory modules immediately. ● Battery test-This test analyzes the condition of the memory modules. Using System Diagnostics 53 If the battery fails the test, contact HP Customer Support to report the issue. You can also view system information and error ...a damaged sector, it attempts to move the data to a good sector. ● Memory test-This test analyzes the physical condition of the battery. NOTE: If you to run , and then follow the on or restart the computer. Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you need to ...
... 2. If it reports an error, replace the memory modules immediately. ● Battery test-This test analyzes the condition of the memory modules. Using System Diagnostics 53 If the battery fails the test, contact HP Customer Support to report the issue. You can also view system information and error ...a damaged sector, it attempts to move the data to a good sector. ● Memory test-This test analyzes the physical condition of the battery. NOTE: If you to run , and then follow the on or restart the computer. Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you need to ...
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... antivirus software, using 44 audio functions, checking 12 B battery conserving power 22 discharging 20 displaying remaining charge 20 factory-sealed 22 low battery levels 21 Battery Check 20 battery information, finding 20 battery power 20 BIOS determining version 51 downloading an update 52 ...wired network 7 connecting to an existing wireless network 4 Connection Manager 3 conservation, power 22 creating a wireless connection 2 critical battery level 17, 21 critical security updates, installing 45 CyberLink PowerDVD 15 D digital card inserting 24 removing 25 supported formats 24 Disk Cleanup ...
... antivirus software, using 44 audio functions, checking 12 B battery conserving power 22 discharging 20 displaying remaining charge 20 factory-sealed 22 low battery levels 21 Battery Check 20 battery information, finding 20 battery power 20 BIOS determining version 51 downloading an update 52 ...wired network 7 connecting to an existing wireless network 4 Connection Manager 3 conservation, power 22 creating a wireless connection 2 critical battery level 17, 21 critical security updates, installing 45 CyberLink PowerDVD 15 D digital card inserting 24 removing 25 supported formats 24 Disk Cleanup ...
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...Protection 34 HDMI configuring audio 15 HDMI port, connecting 14 Hibernation exiting 17 initiated during critical battery level 21 initiating 17 high-definition devices, connecting 14, 15 HP Connection Manager 3 HP CoolSense 23 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 34 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 9 hubs 28 I icons network 2 wireless...Windows 42 ports DisplayPort 13 expansion 31 external monitor 13 HDMI 14 Intel Wireless Display 15 VGA 13 power battery 20 conserving 22 options 17 power button 16 power meter 18 power plans customizing 19 selecting 18 viewing current 18 power switch 16 ...
...Protection 34 HDMI configuring audio 15 HDMI port, connecting 14 Hibernation exiting 17 initiated during critical battery level 21 initiating 17 high-definition devices, connecting 14, 15 HP Connection Manager 3 HP CoolSense 23 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 34 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 9 hubs 28 I icons network 2 wireless...Windows 42 ports DisplayPort 13 expansion 31 external monitor 13 HDMI 14 Intel Wireless Display 15 VGA 13 power battery 20 conserving 22 options 17 power button 16 power meter 18 power plans customizing 19 selecting 18 viewing current 18 power switch 16 ...
HP ENVY 17 - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Subwoofer ...41 Optical drive ...42 Memory module ...44 RTC battery ...46 mSATA drive ...47 WLAN module ...48 Hard drive ...51 Wireless audio module 54 Top cover ...56 Keyboard ...59 Audio/USB board 61 Card Reader ... Setup Utility 85 Updating the BIOS 85 Determining the BIOS version 86 Downloading a BIOS update 86 Using System Diagnostics ...87 6 Specifications ...89 Computer specifications ...89 17.3-in, LED, WVA AntiGlare display specifications 90 vi ENWW
... Subwoofer ...41 Optical drive ...42 Memory module ...44 RTC battery ...46 mSATA drive ...47 WLAN module ...48 Hard drive ...51 Wireless audio module 54 Top cover ...56 Keyboard ...59 Audio/USB board 61 Card Reader ... Setup Utility 85 Updating the BIOS 85 Determining the BIOS version 86 Downloading a BIOS update 86 Using System Diagnostics ...87 6 Specifications ...89 Computer specifications ...89 17.3-in, LED, WVA AntiGlare display specifications 90 vi ENWW
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... sleep and charge) NOTE: HP ENVY 17 model numbers 17-3200 through 17-3299 are equipped only with gesture support image sensor (HP-defined: scroll, pinch, zoom, rotate, 3-finger flick) Taps enabled as default Power requirements Supports a 120-W (PFC RC/V 3-wire) HP Smart AC adapter Supports a 9-cell, 91-Wh, 4.1-Ah, Li-ion battery Security Security cable slot ENWW...
... sleep and charge) NOTE: HP ENVY 17 model numbers 17-3200 through 17-3299 are equipped only with gesture support image sensor (HP-defined: scroll, pinch, zoom, rotate, 3-finger flick) Taps enabled as default Power requirements Supports a 120-W (PFC RC/V 3-wire) HP Smart AC adapter Supports a 9-cell, 91-Wh, 4.1-Ah, Li-ion battery Security Security cable slot ENWW...
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Item (10) Component AC adapter light (11) Power connector Description ● White: The computer is connected to external power, and the battery is fully charged. ● Amber: The computer is connected to external power, and the battery is charging. ● Blinking amber: The computer is connected to external power, and there is a battery error or the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. ● Off: The computer is running on battery power. ENWW Right side 15 Connects an AC adapter.
Item (10) Component AC adapter light (11) Power connector Description ● White: The computer is connected to external power, and the battery is fully charged. ● Amber: The computer is connected to external power, and the battery is charging. ● Blinking amber: The computer is connected to external power, and there is a battery error or the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. ● Off: The computer is running on battery power. ENWW Right side 15 Connects an AC adapter.
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...9679; wireless audio module Enables airflow to cool internal components. Bottom Item (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Component Battery/hard drive cover Vent Release latch Service access cover HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Description Provides access to the following components: ● Memory modules ● mSATA drive... ● Optical drive ● RTC battery ● Subwoofer ● WLAN module Provides superior...
...9679; wireless audio module Enables airflow to cool internal components. Bottom Item (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Component Battery/hard drive cover Vent Release latch Service access cover HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Description Provides access to the following components: ● Memory modules ● mSATA drive... ● Optical drive ● RTC battery ● Subwoofer ● WLAN module Provides superior...