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... the computer according to the instructions included with router Ethernet cable temporarily connected (jack locations vary) PROGRESS CHECK 4 Configure the wireless router according to AC power during the router setup, contact your Web browser and accessing a Web site. The router instructions will tell you when to connect and disconnect the cable...
... the computer according to the instructions included with router Ethernet cable temporarily connected (jack locations vary) PROGRESS CHECK 4 Configure the wireless router according to AC power during the router setup, contact your Web browser and accessing a Web site. The router instructions will tell you when to connect and disconnect the cable...
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... exiting Hibernation 47 Using the battery meter ...48 Using power plans ...48 Viewing the current power plan 48 Selecting a different power plan 48 Customizing power plans 48 Setting password protection on wakeup 49 Using external AC power ...50 Connecting the AC adapter 51 Testing an AC ...and Sleep 57 Step 3: Discharge the battery 59 Step 4: Fully recharge the battery 59 Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Sleep 60 Conserving battery power 60 Storing a battery ...60 Disposing of a used battery 61 Replacing the battery ...61 Switching between graphics modes (select models only 62...
... exiting Hibernation 47 Using the battery meter ...48 Using power plans ...48 Viewing the current power plan 48 Selecting a different power plan 48 Customizing power plans 48 Setting password protection on wakeup 49 Using external AC power ...50 Connecting the AC adapter 51 Testing an AC ...and Sleep 57 Step 3: Discharge the battery 59 Step 4: Fully recharge the battery 59 Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Sleep 60 Conserving battery power 60 Storing a battery ...60 Disposing of a used battery 61 Replacing the battery ...61 Switching between graphics modes (select models only 62...
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... Windows 92 Setting passwords in Setup Utility 92 Administrator password 93 Managing an administrator password 93 Entering an administrator password 93 Power-on password 94 Managing a power-on password 94 Entering a power-on password 94 Using antivirus software ...95 Using firewall software ...95 Installing critical security updates ...96 Installing an optional security cable...
... Windows 92 Setting passwords in Setup Utility 92 Administrator password 93 Managing an administrator password 93 Entering an administrator password 93 Power-on password 94 Managing a power-on password 94 Entering a power-on password 94 Using antivirus software ...95 Using firewall software ...95 Installing critical security updates ...96 Installing an optional security cable...
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... . ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in this section. Component (1) TouchPad light (2) Caps lock light (3) Power light (4) Wireless light Description ● Off: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is on . ● Amber: All wireless devices are off. On: Caps lock is...
... . ● Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off or in this section. Component (1) TouchPad light (2) Caps lock light (3) Power light (4) Wireless light Description ● Off: TouchPad is enabled. ● Amber: TouchPad is on . ● Amber: All wireless devices are off. On: Caps lock is...
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... the computer has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to exit Hibernation. Component Description (1) Speaker grill (2) Power button* Two integrated speakers produce sound. ● When the computer is off, press the... to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is in this section. For information about your power settings, select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. *This table describes factory settings. Button and speakers NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different...
... the computer has stopped responding and Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to exit Hibernation. Component Description (1) Speaker grill (2) Power button* Two integrated speakers produce sound. ● When the computer is off, press the... to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is in this section. For information about your power settings, select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. *This table describes factory settings. Button and speakers NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different...
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...white: The computer is in this section. Component Description (1) Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is not connected to external power. (5) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. (6) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. Right-side components NOTE: Your... computer may not prevent the computer from the illustration in sleep mode. ● On white: The computer is connected to external power. ● Amber: The computer is charging. ● Off: The computer is being mishandled or stolen. 6 Chapter 1 Features NOTE:...
...white: The computer is in this section. Component Description (1) Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is not connected to external power. (5) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. (6) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer. Right-side components NOTE: Your... computer may not prevent the computer from the illustration in sleep mode. ● On white: The computer is connected to external power. ● Amber: The computer is charging. ● Off: The computer is being mishandled or stolen. 6 Chapter 1 Features NOTE:...
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...; MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) On: The hard drive is normal for the internal fan to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. It is in (microphone) jack Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, or...
...; MultiMediaCard (MMC) ● Secure Digital (SD) Memory Card ● xD-Picture Card (XD) On: The hard drive is normal for the internal fan to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. It is in (microphone) jack Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, or...
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Components 11 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.
Components 11 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.
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.... Indicates that all wireless network devices are connected (or all of individual devices. Identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer. The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your wireless devices, not the status of the wireless devices simultaneously. Because the wireless...and one or more of the wireless devices on your computer using these features: ● The wireless action key (f12) ● HP Wireless Assistant software ● Operating system controls Using the wireless action key The computer has a wireless action key (f12), one or ...
.... Indicates that all wireless network devices are connected (or all of individual devices. Identifies the HP Wireless Assistant software on the computer. The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your wireless devices, not the status of the wireless devices simultaneously. Because the wireless...and one or more of the wireless devices on your computer using these features: ● The wireless action key (f12) ● HP Wireless Assistant software ● Operating system controls Using the wireless action key The computer has a wireless action key (f12), one or ...
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... and either connect to your network (uninvited) or capture information being developed by wireless manufacturers and hotspot service providers that make the public environment more powerful forms of sophisticated encryption protocols are sent to your network, and discards any security. Because wireless radio signals travel outside the network, other WLAN devices...
... and either connect to your network (uninvited) or capture information being developed by wireless manufacturers and hotspot service providers that make the public environment more powerful forms of sophisticated encryption protocols are sent to your network, and discards any security. Because wireless radio signals travel outside the network, other WLAN devices...
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... the available WLANs is operating. 4. For details, refer to the wireless router and are active, several WLANs are unsuccessful, reset the wireless router by removing power from other wireless devices are not interfering. Select the network in a hotspot where several will be displayed. 3.
... the available WLANs is operating. 4. For details, refer to the wireless router and are active, several WLANs are unsuccessful, reset the wireless router by removing power from other wireless devices are not interfering. Select the network in a hotspot where several will be displayed. 3.
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... sound. Produces sound when connected to the headphone jack, the computer speakers are disabled. 36 Chapter 4 Multimedia WARNING! White: The webcam is connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. NOTE: When a device is in this section. To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume...
... sound. Produces sound when connected to the headphone jack, the computer speakers are disabled. 36 Chapter 4 Multimedia WARNING! White: The webcam is connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. NOTE: When a device is in this section. To reduce the risk of personal injury, adjust the volume...
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...is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. 46 Chapter 5 Power management When Hibernation is initiated, your work is in the Sleep state or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. NOTE: You... initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from or writing to memory, letting you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. 5 Power management Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Your work is initiated, the...
...is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. 46 Chapter 5 Power management When Hibernation is initiated, your work is in the Sleep state or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. NOTE: You... initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from or writing to memory, letting you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. 5 Power management Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. Your work is initiated, the...
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...Hibernation The system is set at the factory to initiate Sleep after 1,080 minutes (18 hours) of inactivity when running on both battery power and external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. To initiate Hibernation: ▲ Click Start, click the arrow next to the ...Shut down button, and then click Hibernate. Power settings and timeouts can be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen. NOTE: If...
...Hibernation The system is set at the factory to initiate Sleep after 1,080 minutes (18 hours) of inactivity when running on both battery power and external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. To initiate Hibernation: ▲ Click Start, click the arrow next to the ...Shut down button, and then click Hibernate. Power settings and timeouts can be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to the screen. NOTE: If...
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...the taskbar. Using power plans A power plan is running on battery or external power. Customizing power plans 1. Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 48 Chapter 5 Power management Under Behaviors, select Show icons and notifications for the Power icon. 4. Power plans can change the power plan, click ...and select an item from the list. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options, and then select a power plan from the list. Selecting a different power plan ▲ Click the battery meter icon in the notification area, at the left side of...
...the taskbar. Using power plans A power plan is running on battery or external power. Customizing power plans 1. Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 48 Chapter 5 Power management Under Behaviors, select Show icons and notifications for the Power icon. 4. Power plans can change the power plan, click ...and select an item from the list. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options, and then select a power plan from the list. Selecting a different power plan ▲ Click the battery meter icon in the notification area, at the left side of...
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Setting password protection on wakeup. 3. Click Change Settings that are currently unavailable. 4. Click Save changes. To change additional settings, click Change advanced power settings, and then make your changes. Setting power options 49 In the left pane, click Require a password on wakeup To set the computer to prompt for a password when the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Click Require a password (recommended). 5. Change the settings as needed. 4. 3.
Setting password protection on wakeup. 3. Click Change Settings that are currently unavailable. 4. Click Save changes. To change additional settings, click Change advanced power settings, and then make your changes. Setting power options 49 In the left pane, click Require a password on wakeup To set the computer to prompt for a password when the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Click Require a password (recommended). 5. Change the settings as needed. 4. 3.
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...system software ● When you are writing information to a CD or DVD When you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switches to external AC power under any of the following events occur: ● The battery begins to charge. ● If the...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 battery power. ● The display brightness is turned on, the battery meter icon in the...
...system software ● When you are writing information to a CD or DVD When you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switches to external AC power under any of the following events occur: ● The battery begins to charge. ● If the...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 battery power. ● The display brightness is turned on, the battery meter icon in the...
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...3pin outlet. If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on the power cord, plug the cord into the power connector (1) on the computer. 2. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet (3). To connect the computer to the equipment: Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is an important safety feature. ...To reduce the risk of the power cord into the AC adapter (2). 3. Connecting the AC adapter WARNING! Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for example, by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by attaching a 2-pin adapter. ...
...3pin outlet. If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on the power cord, plug the cord into the power connector (1) on the computer. 2. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet (3). To connect the computer to the equipment: Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is an important safety feature. ...To reduce the risk of the power cord into the AC adapter (2). 3. Connecting the AC adapter WARNING! Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for example, by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by attaching a 2-pin adapter. ...
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...; The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on. ● The power light is off , the AC adapter is functioning properly. ● If the power light remains off . Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove the battery from the computer. Contact technical support ...for information on a flat surface. Shut down on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 52 Chapter 5 Power management Turn on the computer. ● If the power light turns on, the AC adapter is not functioning and should be replaced. d. Connect the AC ...
...; The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on. ● The power light is off , the AC adapter is functioning properly. ● If the power light remains off . Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove the battery from the computer. Contact technical support ...for information on a flat surface. Shut down on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 52 Chapter 5 Power management Turn on the computer. ● If the power light turns on, the AC adapter is not functioning and should be replaced. d. Connect the AC ...
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... To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learning Center > HP Power and Battery Learning Center. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on AC power. Connect the AC adapter to function properly. 2. NOTE: The computer must be connected to ... computer and the computer is plugged into external AC power, the computer runs on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter, the computer switches to battery power if the AC adapter is disconnected from HP. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to...
... To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learning Center > HP Power and Battery Learning Center. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on AC power. Connect the AC adapter to function properly. 2. NOTE: The computer must be connected to ... computer and the computer is plugged into external AC power, the computer runs on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter, the computer switches to battery power if the AC adapter is disconnected from HP. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to...