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... password protection on wakeup 23 Using HP Power Assistant (select models only 24 Using battery power ...24 Finding additional battery information 24 Using Battery Check ...25 Displaying the remaining battery charge 25 Maximizing battery discharge time 25 Managing low battery levels 25 Identifying low battery levels 25 Resolving a low battery level 26 Resolving a low battery level when external power is...
... password protection on wakeup 23 Using HP Power Assistant (select models only 24 Using battery power ...24 Finding additional battery information 24 Using Battery Check ...25 Displaying the remaining battery charge 25 Maximizing battery discharge time 25 Managing low battery levels 25 Identifying low battery levels 25 Resolving a low battery level 26 Resolving a low battery level when external power is...
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... guide on your computer. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go to the HP Business Support Center at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. For worldwide support, go /contactHP. Finding...User Guides. To access this guide may not be available on your user guides and reference material. ● Getting Started-Contains information about HP notebook computers. NOTE: Some of your computer, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. For U.S. This guide is included ...
... guide on your computer. support, go to http://www.hp.com/go to the HP Business Support Center at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. For worldwide support, go /contactHP. Finding...User Guides. To access this guide may not be available on your user guides and reference material. ● Getting Started-Contains information about HP notebook computers. NOTE: Some of your computer, select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. For U.S. This guide is included ...
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..., use minimal force when inserting a SIM. 7. Turn on the computer. Replace the battery. 8. Then shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is firmly seated. Shut down the computer. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.... 8 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) To reduce the risk of damage to the SIM slot on the computer. Replace the battery. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. If you are not sure whether the computer is inserted incorrectly, it from the slot. ...
..., use minimal force when inserting a SIM. 7. Turn on the computer. Replace the battery. 8. Then shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is firmly seated. Shut down the computer. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer.... 8 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) To reduce the risk of damage to the SIM slot on the computer. Replace the battery. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. If you are not sure whether the computer is inserted incorrectly, it from the slot. ...
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... including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. Select Start > Shut down the computer with a user-replaceable battery, remove the battery. 20 Chapter 4 Power management If the computer is unresponsive and you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a...button, the recommended procedure is to use the preceding shutdown procedure, try the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are unable to use the Windows shutdown command: NOTE: If the computer is ...
... including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer. Select Start > Shut down the computer with a user-replaceable battery, remove the battery. 20 Chapter 4 Power management If the computer is unresponsive and you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a...button, the recommended procedure is to use the preceding shutdown procedure, try the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are unable to use the Windows shutdown command: NOTE: If the computer is ...
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... , you can initiate Sleep in any computer functions while the computer is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen as it ... password to the Shut down button, and then click Sleep. Your work is saved to initiate Hibernation after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on the hard drive and the computer turns off. When Hibernation is initiated, your work will return to a hibernation file on external power...
... , you can initiate Sleep in any computer functions while the computer is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen as it ... password to the Shut down button, and then click Sleep. Your work is saved to initiate Hibernation after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on the hard drive and the computer turns off. When Hibernation is initiated, your work will return to a hibernation file on external power...
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...Panel > System and Security > Power Options, and then select an item from the list. Using the power meter The power meter is running on battery or external power. To initiate Hibernation: ▲ Click Start, click the arrow next to change the power plan, click the power meter icon ...and select an item from the list. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. Customizing power plans 1. Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 22 Chapter 4 Power management Click the ...
...Panel > System and Security > Power Options, and then select an item from the list. Using the power meter The power meter is running on battery or external power. To initiate Hibernation: ▲ Click Start, click the arrow next to change the power plan, click the power meter icon ...and select an item from the list. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. Customizing power plans 1. Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 22 Chapter 4 Power management Click the ...
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... modes to the computer, and other factors. 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 or an AC power loss occurs. NOTE: When you make informed decisions... power management: ● Power consumption predictions in case of a power outage. If the computer contains a charged battery and is disconnected from HP. or - HP Power Assistant provides tools and information to help you disconnect AC power, the display brightness is automatically decreased to...
... modes to the computer, and other factors. 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 or an AC power loss occurs. NOTE: When you make informed decisions... power management: ● Power consumption predictions in case of a power outage. If the computer contains a charged battery and is disconnected from HP. or - HP Power Assistant provides tools and information to help you disconnect AC power, the display brightness is automatically decreased to...
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... in the notification area shows a low or critical battery notification. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is not being used or charged, if the computer contains a user-replaceable battery ● Store the user-replaceable battery in a cool, dry location. ● Select ...Maximum discharge time gradually decreases as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Some low-battery alerts and system responses can be connected to external power for Battery Check to the computer. Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on the features ...
... in the notification area shows a low or critical battery notification. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is not being used or charged, if the computer contains a user-replaceable battery ● Store the user-replaceable battery in a cool, dry location. ● Select ...Maximum discharge time gradually decreases as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Some low-battery alerts and system responses can be connected to external power for Battery Check to the computer. Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on the features ...
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... 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 on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the Sleep state, the computer...the computer is available ● Initiate Hibernation. ● Save your work and shut down the computer. Replace the discharged user-replaceable battery with a charged battery, or connect the AC adapter to the computer and to exit Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. Exit Hibernation by pressing the power ...
... 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 on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the Sleep state, the computer...the computer is available ● Initiate Hibernation. ● Save your work and shut down the computer. Replace the discharged user-replaceable battery with a charged battery, or connect the AC adapter to the computer and to exit Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. Exit Hibernation by pressing the power ...
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...to external AC power, the following events occur: ● The battery begins to replace the battery when an internal cell is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from external power for proper battery disposal. WARNING! If a computer will be checked every 6 months.... To prolong the charge of a user-replaceable battery (select models only) WARNING! NOTE: A stored battery should be unused and unplugged from HP. Disposing of a stored battery, place it separately. To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not dispose of...
...to external AC power, the following events occur: ● The battery begins to replace the battery when an internal cell is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from external power for proper battery disposal. WARNING! If a computer will be checked every 6 months.... To prolong the charge of a user-replaceable battery (select models only) WARNING! NOTE: A stored battery should be unused and unplugged from HP. Disposing of a stored battery, place it separately. To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not dispose of...
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...● If the power lights remain off . When you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is not functioning and should be replaced. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits ...any of the following instructions apply to save battery life. Turn on the computer. ● If the power lights turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 28 Chapter 4 Power ...
...● If the power lights remain off . When you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is not functioning and should be replaced. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits ...any of the following instructions apply to save battery life. Turn on the computer. ● If the power lights turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 28 Chapter 4 Power ...
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NOTE: Dual graphics can also manually modify the settings for processing graphics: ● Performance mode-Runs application with optimal performance. ● Power Saving mode-Conserves battery life. Intel HR Central Processing Units (CPUs) and AMD Trinity series Accelerated Processing Units (APUs) support switchable graphics. Click the Power tab, and then select ...
NOTE: Dual graphics can also manually modify the settings for processing graphics: ● Performance mode-Runs application with optimal performance. ● Power Saving mode-Conserves battery life. Intel HR Central Processing Units (CPUs) and AMD Trinity series Accelerated Processing Units (APUs) support switchable graphics. Click the Power tab, and then select ...
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... use X-rays instead of magnetism and do not damage drives. 42 Chapter 6 Drives The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is the only source of the drive. ● Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on the keyboard or move the ... into a drive bay. ● Do not type on the computer. ● Handle a drive carefully; Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices that the battery is sufficiently charged before handling drives. If you move a computer that is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to...
... use X-rays instead of magnetism and do not damage drives. 42 Chapter 6 Drives The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is the only source of the drive. ● Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on the keyboard or move the ... into a drive bay. ● Do not type on the computer. ● Handle a drive carefully; Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices that the battery is sufficiently charged before handling drives. If you move a computer that is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to...
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... DriveGuard. Managing power with the display closed while the computer is running on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP 3D DriveGuard allows the computer to USB ports are protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. NOTE: Hard drives in the primary hard drive bay or in optional docking ...devices or connected to initiate Hibernation. ● The computer will not activate battery alarms set on battery power. Hard drives installed in the secondary hard drive bay are not protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. On the Icon in the notification area, at the far right of the...
... DriveGuard. Managing power with the display closed while the computer is running on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP 3D DriveGuard allows the computer to USB ports are protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. NOTE: Hard drives in the primary hard drive bay or in optional docking ...devices or connected to initiate Hibernation. ● The computer will not activate battery alarms set on battery power. Hard drives installed in the secondary hard drive bay are not protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. On the Icon in the notification area, at the far right of the...
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... has an .exe extension (for example, filename.exe). Open Windows Explorer by following the on -screen instructions to download your computer. NOTE: After a message on battery power, docked in this information to locate the update later, after the download is later than the BIOS version currently installed on your hard drive...
... has an .exe extension (for example, filename.exe). Open Windows Explorer by following the on -screen instructions to download your computer. NOTE: After a message on battery power, docked in this information to locate the update later, after the download is later than the BIOS version currently installed on your hard drive...
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... operation and TPM status (select models only). Security menu Select Administrator password Power-on memory modules, hard drive SMART attributes, the hard drive surface, the battery (and battery calibration), video memory, and the WLAN module status. ● Hard disk test-This test analyzes the physical condition of additional tests checks your computer...
... operation and TPM status (select models only). Security menu Select Administrator password Power-on memory modules, hard drive SMART attributes, the hard drive surface, the battery (and battery calibration), video memory, and the WLAN module status. ● Hard disk test-This test analyzes the physical condition of additional tests checks your computer...
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...Turn on -screen instructions. Using Advanced System Diagnostics 71 Click the diagnostic test you need to report the issue and purchase a replacement battery. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the Advanced System Diagnostics window. ● Memory ...test-This test analyzes the physical condition of the battery and calibrates the battery if necessary. If the battery fails the test, contact support to stop a diagnostics test while it reports an error, replace the memory ...
...Turn on -screen instructions. Using Advanced System Diagnostics 71 Click the diagnostic test you need to report the issue and purchase a replacement battery. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed in the Advanced System Diagnostics window. ● Memory ...test-This test analyzes the physical condition of the battery and calibrates the battery if necessary. If the battery fails the test, contact support to stop a diagnostics test while it reports an error, replace the memory ...
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... are some tips to keep in mind to keep your equipment safe. ● Prepare the computer for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it in -flight announcement that check carry-on baggage use X-rays instead of magnetism and do not check it separately if the ...computer contains a user-replaceable battery. 76 Appendix A Traveling with the computer CAUTION: Avoid exposing a drive to a drive, or loss of information. ◦ Shut down the computer. ●...
... are some tips to keep in mind to keep your equipment safe. ● Prepare the computer for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it in -flight announcement that check carry-on baggage use X-rays instead of magnetism and do not check it separately if the ...computer contains a user-replaceable battery. 76 Appendix A Traveling with the computer CAUTION: Avoid exposing a drive to a drive, or loss of information. ◦ Shut down the computer. ●...
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...DriveLock password entering 55 removing 56 B battery conserving power 26 discharging 25 displaying remaining charge 25 disposing 27 low battery levels 25 replacing 27 storing 26 Battery Check 25 battery information, finding 24 battery power 24 battery temperature 26 BIOS determining version 68 downloading...existing wireless network 5 wired network 9 Connection Manager 4 connector, docking 40 conservation, power 26 creating a wireless connection 2 critical battery level 21, 26 critical updates, software 58 D digital card inserting 31 removing 32 supported formats 31 Disk Cleanup software 43 Disk...
...DriveLock password entering 55 removing 56 B battery conserving power 26 discharging 25 displaying remaining charge 25 disposing 27 low battery levels 25 replacing 27 storing 26 Battery Check 25 battery information, finding 24 battery power 24 battery temperature 26 BIOS determining version 68 downloading...existing wireless network 5 wired network 9 Connection Manager 4 connector, docking 40 conservation, power 26 creating a wireless connection 2 critical battery level 21, 26 critical updates, software 58 D digital card inserting 31 removing 32 supported formats 31 Disk Cleanup software 43 Disk...
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...GPS 9 graphics modes, switching 29 H hard drive external 39 HP 3D DriveGuard 44 hard drive light 44 HDMI port, connecting 18 HDMI, configuring audio 18 Hibernation exiting 21 initiated during critical battery level 26 initiating 21 high-definition devices, connecting 18, 19 ...hotkeys, media 14 HP 3D DriveGuard 44 HP Connection Manager 4 HP Mobile Broadband Module 7, 8 HP Power Assistant 24 HP ProtectTools Security Manager 59 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 13 hubs...
...GPS 9 graphics modes, switching 29 H hard drive external 39 HP 3D DriveGuard 44 hard drive light 44 HDMI port, connecting 18 HDMI, configuring audio 18 Hibernation exiting 21 initiated during critical battery level 26 initiating 21 high-definition devices, connecting 18, 19 ...hotkeys, media 14 HP 3D DriveGuard 44 HP Connection Manager 4 HP Mobile Broadband Module 7, 8 HP Power Assistant 24 HP ProtectTools Security Manager 59 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 13 hubs...