Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ Hard drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ Network adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Change the Setup Utility language...―Enable/disable boot from Internal Network Adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for the f9 and f10 functions of the Setup Utility in DC mode. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. When enabled, the computer fan will always be on. System ...
... CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ Hard drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ Network adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Change the Setup Utility language...―Enable/disable boot from Internal Network Adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for the f9 and f10 functions of the Setup Utility in DC mode. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Enable/disable Card Reader/1394 Power Saving. When enabled, the computer fan will always be on. System ...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...ESC key for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. To download a BIOS update: 1. Access the page on the HP Web site that is later than those currently installed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. ...and access the BIOS update you need this information to locate the update later, after it has been downloaded to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your selection to download. 3. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first...
...ESC key for software, driver, and BIOS updates. 2. To download a BIOS update: 1. Access the page on the HP Web site that is later than those currently installed on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to select Exit > Exit Discarding Changes, and then press enter. ...and access the BIOS update you need this information to locate the update later, after it has been downloaded to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Follow the instructions on the screen to identify your selection to download. 3. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first...
Drives - Windows 7
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... avoid touching the flat surfaces and position the disc label-side up over the spindle. 5. NOTE: For best results, be sure that your AC adapter is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully to select how you have not yet configured AutoPlay, as described in the following section, an AutoPlay... dialog box opens. Gently press the disc (3) down onto the tray spindle until the disc snaps into an external power source while playing a BD. 6 Chapter 2 Using an optical drive It prompts you to position it over the tray spindle. Playing a CD, DVD, ...
... avoid touching the flat surfaces and position the disc label-side up over the spindle. 5. NOTE: For best results, be sure that your AC adapter is not fully accessible, tilt the disc carefully to select how you have not yet configured AutoPlay, as described in the following section, an AutoPlay... dialog box opens. Gently press the disc (3) down onto the tray spindle until the disc snaps into an external power source while playing a BD. 6 Chapter 2 Using an optical drive It prompts you to position it over the tray spindle. Playing a CD, DVD, ...
Drives - Windows 7
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If you are connecting a powered drive, plug the drive power cord into a grounded AC outlet. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo...
If you are connecting a powered drive, plug the drive power cord into a grounded AC outlet. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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...Connects a modem cable. ● On: The computer is connected to external power. ● Off: The computer is being accessed. Blinking: The optical drive is not connected to optical discs. Connects an AC adapter. 8 Chapter 2 Components Component (1) Optical drive (2) Optical drive light (3) USB... ports (2) (4) RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only) (5) AC adapter light (6) Power connector Description Reads optical discs and, on select models,...
...Connects a modem cable. ● On: The computer is connected to external power. ● Off: The computer is being accessed. Blinking: The optical drive is not connected to optical discs. Connects an AC adapter. 8 Chapter 2 Components Component (1) Optical drive (2) Optical drive light (3) USB... ports (2) (4) RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only) (5) AC adapter light (6) Power connector Description Reads optical discs and, on select models,...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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Additional hardware components 13 Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.
Additional hardware components 13 Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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...adapter, identifying 13 antennas 12 applications key, Windows 6 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 7 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 7 B battery bay 14 battery bay, identifying 10 battery light, identifying 3 battery release latch, identifying 10 battery, identifying 13 bays battery 10, 14 hard drive 10 Bluetooth label 15 buttons power...components additional hardware 13 bottom 10 display 11 front 7 left-side 9 rear 7 right-side 8 top 2 connector, power 8 cord, power 13 D Digital Media Slot, identifying 9 drive light, identifying 4 E esc key, identifying 6 external monitor port, ...
...adapter, identifying 13 antennas 12 applications key, Windows 6 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 7 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 7 B battery bay 14 battery bay, identifying 10 battery light, identifying 3 battery release latch, identifying 10 battery, identifying 13 bays battery 10, 14 hard drive 10 Bluetooth label 15 buttons power...components additional hardware 13 bottom 10 display 11 front 7 left-side 9 rear 7 right-side 8 top 2 connector, power 8 cord, power 13 D Digital Media Slot, identifying 9 drive light, identifying 4 E esc key, identifying 6 external monitor port, ...
Power Management - Windows 7
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...exiting Hibernation 2 Using the battery meter ...3 Using power plans ...4 Viewing the current power plan 4 Selecting a different power plan 4 Customizing power plans ...4 Setting password protection on wakeup 4 2 Using external AC power Connecting the AC adapter ...6 Testing an AC adapter ...7 3 Using battery power Finding battery information in Help and Support 9 ... battery levels 13 Resolving a low battery level 13 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available 13 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 13 Resolving a low battery level when no...
...exiting Hibernation 2 Using the battery meter ...3 Using power plans ...4 Viewing the current power plan 4 Selecting a different power plan 4 Customizing power plans ...4 Setting password protection on wakeup 4 2 Using external AC power Connecting the AC adapter ...6 Testing an AC adapter ...7 3 Using battery power Finding battery information in Help and Support 9 ... battery levels 13 Resolving a low battery level 13 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available 13 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 13 Resolving a low battery level when no...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. ● Approved AC adapter ● Optional expansion product Connect the computer to save battery life. When you connect the computer to external AC power, the following events... notification area changes appearance. To increase display brightness, press the fn+f8 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter. 5 2 Using external AC power External AC power is supplied through one of the following conditions: WARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while you ...
... only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. ● Approved AC adapter ● Optional expansion product Connect the computer to save battery life. When you connect the computer to external AC power, the following events... notification area changes appearance. To increase display brightness, press the fn+f8 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter. 5 2 Using external AC power External AC power is supplied through one of the following conditions: WARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while you ...
Power Management - Windows 7
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...on the computer. 2. Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) 3pin outlet. Connecting the AC adapter WARNING! The grounding pin is easily accessible at all times. Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet (3). 6 Chapter 2 Using external AC power Plug the other end of electric shock... or damage to external AC power: 1. Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by attaching a 2-pin adapter. To reduce the risk of the power cord into the power connector (1) on the power cord, ...
...on the computer. 2. Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) 3pin outlet. Connecting the AC adapter WARNING! The grounding pin is easily accessible at all times. Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet (3). 6 Chapter 2 Using external AC power Plug the other end of electric shock... or damage to external AC power: 1. Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by attaching a 2-pin adapter. To reduce the risk of the power cord into the power connector (1) on the power cord, ...
Power Management - Windows 7
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...the power light turns on . ● The power light is off , the AC adapter is functioning properly. ● If the power light remains off . Turn the computer upside down on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. c. Contact technical support for information on a flat surface. Testing an AC adapter 7... Slide the battery release latch (1) to the computer, and then plug it is connected to AC power: ● The computer will not turn...
...the power light turns on . ● The power light is off , the AC adapter is functioning properly. ● If the power light remains off . Turn the computer upside down on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. c. Contact technical support for information on a flat surface. Testing an AC adapter 7... Slide the battery release latch (1) to the computer, and then plug it is connected to AC power: ● The computer will not turn...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... HP. You can keep a battery in the computer or in the computer slowly discharges when the computer is plugged into external AC power, the computer runs on AC power. Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is not plugged into external power, the computer runs on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter...
... HP. You can keep a battery in the computer or in the computer slowly discharges when the computer is plugged into external AC power, the computer runs on AC power. Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is not plugged into external power, the computer runs on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter...
Power Management - Windows 7
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...and capacity To access Battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learning Center > HP Power and Battery Learning Center. NOTE: The computer must be connected to external power for Battery Check to the computer. Finding battery information in the notification area, at the far right ... the battery meter icon in Help and Support 9 Connect the AC adapter to function properly. 2. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to maximize battery life ● Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to see if they are functioning...
...and capacity To access Battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learning Center > HP Power and Battery Learning Center. NOTE: The computer must be connected to external power for Battery Check to the computer. Finding battery information in the notification area, at the far right ... the battery meter icon in Help and Support 9 Connect the AC adapter to function properly. 2. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to maximize battery life ● Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to see if they are functioning...
Power Management - Windows 7
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...; If the battery has been unused for 2 weeks or more , calibrate the battery instead of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, or an optional expansion product. Maximum discharge time gradually shortens, as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Tips for maximizing battery discharge...is fully charged, in the notification area may show 100 percent charge before turning on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in Power Options. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it charges faster when the computer is not being used or ...
...; If the battery has been unused for 2 weeks or more , calibrate the battery instead of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, or an optional expansion product. Maximum discharge time gradually shortens, as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Tips for maximizing battery discharge...is fully charged, in the notification area may show 100 percent charge before turning on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in Power Options. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it charges faster when the computer is not being used or ...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... resolved, the computer enters a critical battery level, and the battery light continues to blink. The computer takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available ▲ Initiate Hibernation. - Remove the discharged battery, and then insert a charged battery. 3. Turn...
... resolved, the computer enters a critical battery level, and the battery light continues to blink. The computer takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available ▲ Initiate Hibernation. - Remove the discharged battery, and then insert a charged battery. 3. Turn...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... WARNING! The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off the display settings listed in the notification area, and then click More power options. - The battery light on . 3. Change the On battery setting to Hibernate after. 7. Connect the computer to Never. 5. Select Start > Control Panel > System ...battery meter icon in the On battery column so that you are onboard aircraft. Change the Turn off the display settings to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, or optional expansion product, and then plug the adapter or device into the computer. 2. Click OK. 10.
... WARNING! The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off the display settings listed in the notification area, and then click More power options. - The battery light on . 3. Change the On battery setting to Hibernate after. 7. Connect the computer to Never. 5. Select Start > Control Panel > System ...battery meter icon in the On battery column so that you are onboard aircraft. Change the Turn off the display settings to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, or optional expansion product, and then plug the adapter or device into the computer. 2. Click OK. 10.
Power Management - Windows 7
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Index A AC adapter testing 7 AC adapter, connecting 6 B battery calibrating 15 charging 12, 15 conserving power 18 discharging 12 disposing 18 inserting 10 low battery levels 13 recharging 16 removing 10 replacing 18 storing 18 Battery Check 9 battery light 12, 13 battery power 8 battery release latch 10 battery temperature 18 C calibrating battery 15 charging batteries 12...
Index A AC adapter testing 7 AC adapter, connecting 6 B battery calibrating 15 charging 12, 15 conserving power 18 discharging 12 disposing 18 inserting 10 low battery levels 13 recharging 16 removing 10 replacing 18 storing 18 Battery Check 9 battery light 12, 13 battery power 8 battery release latch 10 battery temperature 18 C calibrating battery 15 charging batteries 12...