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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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...electrical and mechanical safety information. 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. This guide is included in the box with ... your new computer The following user guides and reference material are provided with the computer. Finding more information about HP notebook computers. Finding more information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and support.
...electrical and mechanical safety information. 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. This guide is included in the box with ... your new computer The following user guides and reference material are provided with the computer. Finding more information about HP notebook computers. Finding more information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and support.
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...computer on by pressing the power button. Close the display. 3. Press in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. Replace the battery. Then shut down the computer. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Insert the SIM into the SIM slot, and gently press ...the SIM into the slot until it could damage the SIM and the SIM connector. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is off or in on the computer. If you are not sure whether the computer is firmly seated. Turn on the...
...computer on by pressing the power button. Close the display. 3. Press in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. Replace the battery. Then shut down the computer. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Insert the SIM into the SIM slot, and gently press ...the SIM into the slot until it could damage the SIM and the SIM connector. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is off or in on the computer. If you are not sure whether the computer is firmly seated. Turn on the...
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...on the computer for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power. ● On models with a user-replaceable battery, remove the battery. 20 Chapter 4 Power management The shutdown command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and... information is used throughout this guide to refer to both types of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a Universal Serial...
...on the computer for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power. ● On models with a user-replaceable battery, remove the battery. 20 Chapter 4 Power management The shutdown command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and... information is used throughout this guide to refer to both types of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a Universal Serial...
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...Hibernation after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. 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...reduce the risk of possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of inactivity when running on battery power or on the hard drive and the computer turns off. If the computer is initiated, your work will return to a disc...
...Hibernation after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. 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...reduce the risk of possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of inactivity when running on battery power or on the hard drive and the computer turns off. If the computer is initiated, your work will return to a disc...
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...returns to the screen where you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of the taskbar. or - The power meter allows you conserve power or maximize performance. Customizing... power plans 1. 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 the...
...returns to the screen where you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of the taskbar. or - The power meter allows you conserve power or maximize performance. Customizing... power plans 1. 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 the...
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...). 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. If the computer contains a charged battery and is automatically decreased to save battery life. Finding additional battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and...
...). 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. If the computer contains a charged battery and is automatically decreased to save battery life. Finding additional battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and...
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... status of the taskbar. NOTE: The computer must be changed using Power Options do not affect lights. Displaying the remaining battery charge ▲ Move the pointer over the power meter icon in Power Options. Preferences set at the far right of the... set using Power Options 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 the Power saver setting ...
... status of the taskbar. NOTE: The computer must be changed using Power Options do not affect lights. Displaying the remaining battery charge ▲ Move the pointer over the power meter icon in Power Options. Preferences set at the far right of the... set using Power Options 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 the Power saver setting ...
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... media cards that you are not plugged into an external power source. ● Stop, disable, or remove any unsaved information. Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use settings through Power Options in the Sleep state, and then shuts down the computer. The computer ... 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 ● Initiate Hibernation. ● Save your work and shut down the computer. NOTE: For ...
... media cards that you are not plugged into an external power source. ● Stop, disable, or remove any unsaved information. Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use settings through Power Options in the Sleep state, and then shuts down the computer. The computer ... 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 ● Initiate Hibernation. ● Save your work and shut down the computer. NOTE: For ...
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... any of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, or puncture; NOTE: A stored battery should be unused and unplugged from HP. Connect the computer to replace the battery when an internal cell is supplied through an approved AC adapter or an optional docking or expansion..., use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. do not dispose of a user-replaceable battery (select models only) WARNING! Using external AC power WARNING! External AC power is not charging properly...
... any of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, or puncture; NOTE: A stored battery should be unused and unplugged from HP. Connect the computer to replace the battery when an internal cell is supplied through an approved AC adapter or an optional docking or expansion..., use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. do not dispose of a user-replaceable battery (select models only) WARNING! Using external AC power WARNING! External AC power is not charging properly...
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... replacement AC power adapter. 28 Chapter 4 Power management To test the AC adapter: NOTE: The following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is working properly. ● If the power lights remain off . Contact support for information on , the AC ...adapter is automatically decreased to save battery life. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it into an AC outlet....
... replacement AC power adapter. 28 Chapter 4 Power management To test the AC adapter: NOTE: The following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is working properly. ● If the power lights remain off . Contact support for information on , the AC ...adapter is automatically decreased to save battery life. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it into an AC outlet....
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... manage your computer has AMD dynamic switchable graphics, it supports only dual graphics. Switchable graphics are equipped with optimal performance. ● Power Saving mode-Conserves battery life.
... manage your computer has AMD dynamic switchable graphics, it supports only dual graphics. Switchable graphics are equipped with optimal performance. ● Power Saving mode-Conserves battery life.
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...Observe these precautions: ● Before you are included with , shipping, or storing a drive. ● If a drive must be sure that the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to media. ● Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity extremes. ● Avoid exposing a drive to liquids.... The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to magnetic fields. Do not spray the drive with cleaning products...
...Observe these precautions: ● Before you are included with , shipping, or storing a drive. ● If a drive must be sure that the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to media. ● Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity extremes. ● Avoid exposing a drive to liquids.... The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to magnetic fields. Do not spray the drive with cleaning products...
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...except as described in the secondary hard drive bay are not protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. For more information, see the HP 3D DriveGuard software Help. Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status The hard drive light on battery power. Click OK. 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 enable it down . ● The computer will not activate battery alarms set on the Alarms tab in the notification area, at the ...
...except as described in the secondary hard drive bay are not protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. For more information, see the HP 3D DriveGuard software Help. Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status The hard drive light on battery power. Click OK. 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 enable it down . ● The computer will not activate battery alarms set on the Alarms tab in the notification area, at the ...
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... to an optional power source. The hard drive designation is running on -screen instructions. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Complete the installation by following the on battery power, docked in this information to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates.
... to an optional power source. The hard drive designation is running on -screen instructions. The BIOS installation begins. 5. Complete the installation by following the on battery power, docked in this information to a network, consult the network administrator before installing any software updates, especially system BIOS updates.
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... on the hard drive. System Tune-Up runs longer and more comprehensive tests 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 the hard drive, and then...
... on the hard drive. System Tune-Up runs longer and more comprehensive tests 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 the hard drive, and then...
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... stop a diagnostics test while it reports an error, replace the memory modules immediately. ● Battery test-This test analyzes the condition of the battery and calibrates the battery if necessary. If the battery fails the test, contact support to run, and then follow the on or restart the computer.... To start Advanced System Diagnostics: 1. NOTE: If you want to report the issue and purchase a replacement battery. When the Startup Menu is running, press esc. Turn on -screen instructions. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is ...
... stop a diagnostics test while it reports an error, replace the memory modules immediately. ● Battery test-This test analyzes the condition of the battery and calibrates the battery if necessary. If the battery fails the test, contact support to run, and then follow the on or restart the computer.... To start Advanced System Diagnostics: 1. NOTE: If you want to report the issue and purchase a replacement battery. When the Startup Menu is running, press esc. Turn on -screen instructions. While the "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is ...
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...include airport walk-through devices and security wands. This will be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it in mind to keep your equipment safe. ● Prepare the computer for the in-flight announcement that check carry-on ...◦ Shut down the computer. ● Take along a backup of magnetism and do not check it separately if the computer contains a user-replaceable battery. 76 Appendix A Traveling with or ship your computer, here are allowed to use your bags. A Traveling with the computer If you have to travel ...
...include airport walk-through devices and security wands. This will be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it in mind to keep your equipment safe. ● Prepare the computer for the in-flight announcement that check carry-on ...◦ Shut down the computer. ● Take along a backup of magnetism and do not check it separately if the computer contains a user-replaceable battery. 76 Appendix A Traveling with or ship your computer, here are allowed to use your bags. A Traveling with the computer If you have to travel ...
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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...