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... password protection on wakeup 25 Using HP Power Assistant (select models only 26 Using battery power ...26 Finding additional battery information 26 Using Battery Check ...27 Displaying the remaining battery charge 27 Maximizing battery discharge time 27 Managing low battery levels 27 Identifying low battery levels 27 Resolving a low battery level 28 Resolving a low battery level when external power is...
... password protection on wakeup 25 Using HP Power Assistant (select models only 26 Using battery power ...26 Finding additional battery information 26 Using Battery Check ...27 Displaying the remaining battery charge 27 Maximizing battery discharge time 27 Managing low battery levels 27 Identifying low battery levels 27 Resolving a low battery level 28 Resolving a low battery level when external power is...
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...computer 1 For country- The poster is also available on . Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Documentation. ● Help and Support-Contains information about HP notebook computers. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. Finding more information about your computer... and turning it on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. NOTE: Refer to http://www.hp.com/support, select your computer, including product-specific ...
...computer 1 For country- The poster is also available on . Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Documentation. ● Help and Support-Contains information about HP notebook computers. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. Finding more information about your computer... and turning it on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. NOTE: Refer to http://www.hp.com/support, select your computer, including product-specific ...
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...replaced. 8. CAUTION: When inserting a SIM, position the card to match the icon next to the computer. 4. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is firmly seated. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Turn on the computer. Then shut down the computer. Unplug the...the computer. 4. If a SIM is off or in on by pressing the power button. Turn on by pressing the power button. Remove the battery. 6. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Close the display. 3. Then shut down ...
...replaced. 8. CAUTION: When inserting a SIM, position the card to match the icon next to the computer. 4. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is firmly seated. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Turn on the computer. Then shut down the computer. Unplug the...the computer. 4. If a SIM is off or in on by pressing the power button. Turn on by pressing the power button. Remove the battery. 6. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Close the display. 3. Then shut down ...
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... Windows Vista®-Click Start, click the arrow next 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 Bus...9679; Press and hold the power button on the computer for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. Shut down the computer under any of power controls. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. or - If the computer is possible...
... Windows Vista®-Click Start, click the arrow next 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 Bus...9679; Press and hold the power button on the computer for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. Shut down the computer under any of power controls. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. or - If the computer is possible...
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...arrow next to the screen. 22 Chapter 4 Power management When Sleep is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in any computer functions while the computer is set a password to be changed using Power Options in Hibernation. Setting power ... states The computer has two power-saving states that are enabled at the factory to initiate Sleep after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. If the computer is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen...
...arrow next to the screen. 22 Chapter 4 Power management When Sleep is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in any computer functions while the computer is set a password to be changed using Power Options in Hibernation. Setting power ... states The computer has two power-saving states that are enabled at the factory to initiate Sleep after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. If the computer is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen...
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...the power meter The power meter is a collection of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. Power plans can be required on battery or external power. Windows Vista-Click Start, click the arrow next to change the power plan, click the power meter icon and select an...your work will return to the screen where you conserve power or maximize performance. Different power meter icons indicate whether the computer is running on battery power or on and your work returns to the screen. or - Viewing the current power plan Use any of the following methods: ●...
...the power meter The power meter is a collection of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. Power plans can be required on battery or external power. Windows Vista-Click Start, click the arrow next to change the power plan, click the power meter icon and select an...your work will return to the screen where you conserve power or maximize performance. Different power meter icons indicate whether the computer is running on battery power or on and your work returns to the screen. or - Viewing the current power plan Use any of the following methods: ●...
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... can switch between graphic modes to optimize your work in the computer whenever the computer is automatically decreased to the HP Power Assistant software Help. If the computer contains a charged battery and is disconnected from HP. Finding additional battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information about using, configuring, and managing...
... can switch between graphic modes to optimize your work in the computer whenever the computer is automatically decreased to the HP Power Assistant software Help. If the computer contains a charged battery and is disconnected from HP. Finding additional battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information about using, configuring, and managing...
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...work properly. 2. Maximum discharge time gradually decreases as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on the features you use while on battery power. Some low-battery alerts and system responses can be connected to external power for...factory. Select Start > Help and Support > Troubleshoot > Power, Thermal and Mechanical. 3. Click the Power tab, and then click Battery Check. Preferences set at the far right of the examination. NOTE: The computer must be changed using Power Options in this section ...
...work properly. 2. Maximum discharge time gradually decreases as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on the features you use while on battery power. Some low-battery alerts and system responses can be connected to external power for...factory. Select Start > Help and Support > Troubleshoot > Power, Thermal and Mechanical. 3. Click the Power tab, and then click Battery Check. Preferences set at the far right of the examination. NOTE: The computer must be changed using Power Options in this section ...
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...9679; Stop, disable, or remove any unsaved information. Replace the discharged battery with a charged battery, or connect the AC adapter to the computer and to exit Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use settings through Power Options in Windows ...9679; AC adapter ● Optional docking or expansion device ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available ● Initiate Hibernation. ● Save your work and shut down the computer. 28 Chapter 4 Power...
...9679; Stop, disable, or remove any unsaved information. Replace the discharged battery with a charged battery, or connect the AC adapter to the computer and to exit Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use settings through Power Options in Windows ...9679; AC adapter ● Optional docking or expansion device ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available ● Initiate Hibernation. ● Save your work and shut down the computer. 28 Chapter 4 Power...
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..., a replacement AC adapter provided by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. If a computer will be checked every 6 months. To reduce the risk of a used battery WARNING! do not dispose of time. If the battery is supplied through an approved AC adapter or... or puncture; A message refers you are onboard aircraft. WARNING! NOTE: A stored battery should be unused and unplugged from HP. do not short external contacts; External AC power is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from external power for more information about ordering a...
..., a replacement AC adapter provided by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. If a computer will be checked every 6 months. To reduce the risk of a used battery WARNING! do not dispose of time. If the battery is supplied through an approved AC adapter or... or puncture; A message refers you are onboard aircraft. WARNING! NOTE: A stored battery should be unused and unplugged from HP. do not short external contacts; External AC power is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from external power for more information about ordering a...
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...; The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on , the power meter icon in the notification area changes appearance. Contact HP Customer Support for information on . ● The power lights are off , the AC adapter is not functioning and should be replaced. Turn on the...obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 30 Chapter 4 Power management When you connect the computer to external AC power, the following events occur: ● The battery begins to charge. ● If the computer is turned on , the AC adapter is working properly. ● If the power lights remain off . ...
...; The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on , the power meter icon in the notification area changes appearance. Contact HP Customer Support for information on . ● The power lights are off , the AC adapter is not functioning and should be replaced. Turn on the...obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 30 Chapter 4 Power management When you connect the computer to external AC power, the following events occur: ● The battery begins to charge. ● If the computer is turned on , the AC adapter is working properly. ● If the power lights remain off . ...
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...: 1. Both switchable graphics and dual graphics offer two modes for a few seconds. Switchable graphics are only available with optimal performance. ● Power Saving mode-Conserves battery life. NOTE: When changing the switchable graphics schemes, it is selected, all other applications operate in the Recent Applications drop-down menu. To manage your...
...: 1. Both switchable graphics and dual graphics offer two modes for a few seconds. Switchable graphics are only available with optimal performance. ● Power Saving mode-Conserves battery life. NOTE: When changing the switchable graphics schemes, it is selected, all other applications operate in the Recent Applications drop-down menu. To manage your...
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... be handled with magnetic fields include airport walk-through devices and security wands. 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 computer. ●...a drive to temperature or humidity extremes. ● Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic fields. Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices that the battery is writing to which they apply. Additional cautions are unsure whether the computer is off, in the Sleep state, or in a bubble-pack ...
... be handled with magnetic fields include airport walk-through devices and security wands. 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 computer. ●...a drive to temperature or humidity extremes. ● Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic fields. Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices that the battery is writing to which they apply. Additional cautions are unsure whether the computer is off, in the Sleep state, or in a bubble-pack ...
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...Hibernation. 46 Chapter 6 Drives Click OK. NOTE: Because solid-state drives (SSD) lack moving parts, HP 3D DriveGuard 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 initiate Sleep or...not enabled, follow these events, HP 3D DriveGuard returns the hard drive to the HP 3D DriveGuard software Help. Managing power with the display closed while the computer is unnecessary. Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status The hard drive light on battery power. Hard drives installed in ...
...Hibernation. 46 Chapter 6 Drives Click OK. NOTE: Because solid-state drives (SSD) lack moving parts, HP 3D DriveGuard 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 initiate Sleep or...not enabled, follow these events, HP 3D DriveGuard returns the hard drive to the HP 3D DriveGuard software Help. Managing power with the display closed while the computer is unnecessary. Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status The hard drive light on battery power. Hard drives installed in ...
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... press enter. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Follow the on the computer, you need this path when ...a BIOS update while the computer is downloaded. or - You may be displayed by pressing fn+esc (if you want to the location on battery power, docked in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Use the tab key and the arrow keys to your hard drive where the BIOS update is running...
... press enter. Determining the BIOS version To determine whether available BIOS updates contain later BIOS versions than the BIOS version currently installed on the HP Web site. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Follow the on the computer, you need this path when ...a BIOS update while the computer is downloaded. or - You may be displayed by pressing fn+esc (if you want to the location on battery power, docked in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Use the tab key and the arrow keys to your hard drive where the BIOS update is running...
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...filename.exe). You can delete the downloaded file from your hard drive. The BIOS installation begins. 5. If the battery fails the test, contact HP Customer Support to determine if the computer hardware is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Open Windows Explorer by following diagnostic...vary. Double-click your computer to a good sector. ● Memory test-This test analyzes the physical condition of the battery and calibrates the battery if necessary. Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 2. System Tune-Up runs longer and more comprehensive tests ...
...filename.exe). You can delete the downloaded file from your hard drive. The BIOS installation begins. 5. If the battery fails the test, contact HP Customer Support to determine if the computer hardware is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. Open Windows Explorer by following diagnostic...vary. Double-click your computer to a good sector. ● Memory test-This test analyzes the physical condition of the battery and calibrates the battery if necessary. Complete the installation by selecting Start > Computer. 2. System Tune-Up runs longer and more comprehensive tests ...
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...Radio Service (GPRS) device, the use of these traveling and shipping tips: ● Prepare the computer for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it in 80 Appendix A Traveling with the rest of your bags. do not damage drives. ● In-flight computer use suitable protective... packaging and label the package "FRAGILE." ● If the computer has a wireless device or an HP Mobile Broadband Module installed, such as hand luggage; Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices that check carry-on baggage use X-rays instead ...
...Radio Service (GPRS) device, the use of these traveling and shipping tips: ● Prepare the computer for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it in 80 Appendix A Traveling with the rest of your bags. do not damage drives. ● In-flight computer use suitable protective... packaging and label the package "FRAGILE." ● If the computer has a wireless device or an HP Mobile Broadband Module installed, such as hand luggage; Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices that check carry-on baggage use X-rays instead ...
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...DriveLock password entering 59 removing 59 B battery conserving power 28 discharging 27 displaying remaining charge 27 disposing 29 low battery levels 27 replacing 29 storing 29 Battery Check 27 battery information, finding 26 battery power 26 battery temperature 29 BIOS determining version 68 downloading...existing wireless network 5 wired network 9 Connection Manager 4 connector, docking 43 conservation, power 28 creating a wireless connection 2 critical battery level 22, 28 critical updates, software 60 D deployment, software 75 digital card inserting 33 removing 34 supported formats 33 Disk ...
...DriveLock password entering 59 removing 59 B battery conserving power 28 discharging 27 displaying remaining charge 27 disposing 29 low battery levels 27 replacing 29 storing 29 Battery Check 27 battery information, finding 26 battery power 26 battery temperature 29 BIOS determining version 68 downloading...existing wireless network 5 wired network 9 Connection Manager 4 connector, docking 43 conservation, power 28 creating a wireless connection 2 critical battery level 22, 28 critical updates, software 60 D deployment, software 75 digital card inserting 33 removing 34 supported formats 33 Disk ...
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...G GPS 9 graphics modes, switching 31 H hard drive external 41 HP 3D DriveGuard 46 hard drive light 46 HDMI port, connecting 19 HDMI, configuring audio 20 Hibernation exiting 23 initiated during critical battery level 28 initiating 23 high-definition devices, connecting 19, 20 hotkeys,... media 15 HP 3D DriveGuard 46 HP Client Configuration Manager 76, 77 HP Client Manager for Altiris 76 HP Connection Manager 4 HP Mobile Broadband Module 7, 8 HP Power Assistant 26 HP ProtectTools Security Manager 61 HP System...
...G GPS 9 graphics modes, switching 31 H hard drive external 41 HP 3D DriveGuard 46 hard drive light 46 HDMI port, connecting 19 HDMI, configuring audio 20 Hibernation exiting 23 initiated during critical battery level 28 initiating 23 high-definition devices, connecting 19, 20 hotkeys,... media 15 HP 3D DriveGuard 46 HP Client Configuration Manager 76, 77 HP Client Manager for Altiris 76 HP Connection Manager 4 HP Mobile Broadband Module 7, 8 HP Power Assistant 26 HP ProtectTools Security Manager 61 HP System...
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... SoftPaqs, downloading 65 software antivirus 60 critical updates 60 deployment 75 Disk Cleanup 45 Disk Defragmenter 45 firewall 60 HP Connection Manager 4 recovery 75 updates 76 storing a battery 29 switch, power 21 switchable graphics 31 T temperature 29 testing an AC adapter 30 traveling with the computer ... 23 power plans 23 power-saving states 22 V VGA port, connecting 17 video 17 volume adjusting 16 buttons 16 keys 16 W Web sites HP System Software Manager 78 Intel Pro technology for iAMT 78 webcam 17 wireless icons 2 protecting 6 set up 6 wireless connection, creating 2 wireless devices...
... SoftPaqs, downloading 65 software antivirus 60 critical updates 60 deployment 75 Disk Cleanup 45 Disk Defragmenter 45 firewall 60 HP Connection Manager 4 recovery 75 updates 76 storing a battery 29 switch, power 21 switchable graphics 31 T temperature 29 testing an AC adapter 30 traveling with the computer ... 23 power plans 23 power-saving states 22 V VGA port, connecting 17 video 17 volume adjusting 16 buttons 16 keys 16 W Web sites HP System Software Manager 78 Intel Pro technology for iAMT 78 webcam 17 wireless icons 2 protecting 6 set up 6 wireless connection, creating 2 wireless devices...