HP ProBook User Guide - Windows 7
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... must be reinstalled 60 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 60 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 60 Webcam (select models only) ...62 Adjusting webcam properties 62 5 Power management Setting power options ...64 Using power-saving states 64 Initiating and exiting Sleep 64...power plans ...65 Viewing the current power plan 66 Selecting a different power plan 66 Customizing power plans 66 Setting password protection on wakeup 66 Using Power Assistant (select models only 67 Starting Power Assistant ...67 Using external AC power ...67 Connecting the AC adapter 68 Using battery power...
... must be reinstalled 60 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 60 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 60 Webcam (select models only) ...62 Adjusting webcam properties 62 5 Power management Setting power options ...64 Using power-saving states 64 Initiating and exiting Sleep 64...power plans ...65 Viewing the current power plan 66 Selecting a different power plan 66 Customizing power plans 66 Setting password protection on wakeup 66 Using Power Assistant (select models only 67 Starting Power Assistant ...67 Using external AC power ...67 Connecting the AC adapter 68 Using battery power...
HP ProBook User Guide - Windows 7
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...Fully recharge the battery 76 Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Sleep 76 Conserving battery power 76 Storing a battery ...77 Disposing of a used battery 77 Replacing the battery ...77 Testing an AC adapter ...78 Shutting down the computer ...78 6 Drives Identifying installed drives ...80 Handling... drives ...80 Improving hard drive performance ...82 Using Disk Defragmenter 82 Using Disk Cleanup ...82 Using HP 3D DriveGuard ...83 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 83 Using HP 3D DriveGuard...
...Fully recharge the battery 76 Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Sleep 76 Conserving battery power 76 Storing a battery ...77 Disposing of a used battery 77 Replacing the battery ...77 Testing an AC adapter ...78 Shutting down the computer ...78 6 Drives Identifying installed drives ...80 Handling... drives ...80 Improving hard drive performance ...82 Using Disk Defragmenter 82 Using Disk Cleanup ...82 Using HP 3D DriveGuard ...83 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 83 Using HP 3D DriveGuard...
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... components NOTE: Refer to the computer. Connects an AC adapter. NOTE: When a device is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Identifying hardware 15 NOTE: The security cable is connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio...
... components NOTE: Refer to the computer. Connects an AC adapter. NOTE: When a device is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Identifying hardware 15 NOTE: The security cable is connected to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio...
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... labels The labels affixed 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 Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to the computer provide information you may...
... labels The labels affixed 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 Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to the computer provide information you may...
HP ProBook User Guide - Windows 7
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... the optical drive ▲ Select Start > Computer. NOTE: For best results, be sure that the Use AutoPlay for all the devices installed on your AC adapter is plugged into place. 6. Confirm that your computer, including the optical drive. Playing a CD, DVD, or BD 1. You will see a list of the computer. If... tray spindle. Press the release button (1) on the computer. 2. Gently press the disc (3) down onto the tray spindle until the disc snaps into an external power source while playing a BD. It prompts you to select how you want to release the disc tray. 3.
... the optical drive ▲ Select Start > Computer. NOTE: For best results, be sure that the Use AutoPlay for all the devices installed on your AC adapter is plugged into place. 6. Confirm that your computer, including the optical drive. Playing a CD, DVD, or BD 1. You will see a list of the computer. If... tray spindle. Press the release button (1) on the computer. 2. Gently press the disc (3) down onto the tray spindle until the disc snaps into an external power source while playing a BD. It prompts you to select how you want to release the disc tray. 3.
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... Help and version information. For more information about computer use 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 docking device Connect the computer to the Power Assistant software Help. Do not charge the computer battery while you are...
... Help and version information. For more information about computer use 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 docking device Connect the computer to the Power Assistant software Help. Do not charge the computer battery while you are...
HP ProBook User Guide - Windows 7
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... begins to the equipment: Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at all times. Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer). Plug the AC adapter into the power connector (1) on the power cord, plug the cord into a ...grounded (earthed) 3pin outlet. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet (3). 68 Chapter 5 Power management To reduce...
... begins to the equipment: Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at all times. Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer). Plug the AC adapter into the power connector (1) on the power cord, plug the cord into a ...grounded (earthed) 3pin outlet. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet (3). 68 Chapter 5 Power management To reduce...
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... computer switches to the computer. To reduce potential safety issues, use the fn+f10 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter. Click the Power tab, and then click Battery Check. When the computer is disconnected from HP. You can keep a battery in the computer or in the computer. Select Start > Help and Support > Troubleshoot...
... computer switches to the computer. To reduce potential safety issues, use the fn+f10 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter. Click the Power tab, and then click Battery Check. When the computer is disconnected from HP. You can keep a battery in the computer or in the computer. Select Start > Help and Support > Troubleshoot...
HP ProBook User Guide - Windows 7
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..., charge it fully before turning on while the battery is close to discharge below 5 percent of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, or an optional docking device. The battery charges whenever the computer is much warmer or cooler than room temperature. The battery charges ...accuracy of simply charging it charges faster when the computer is fully charged. ● Allow the battery to full charge capacity. Using battery power 71 Remove the battery from the computer (2). NOTE: If the computer is on the computer. ● Charge the battery until the battery...
..., charge it fully before turning on while the battery is close to discharge below 5 percent of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, or an optional docking device. The battery charges whenever the computer is much warmer or cooler than room temperature. The battery charges ...accuracy of simply charging it charges faster when the computer is fully charged. ● Allow the battery to full charge capacity. Using battery power 71 Remove the battery from the computer (2). NOTE: If the computer is on the computer. ● Charge the battery until the battery...
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... the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to be calibrated more than once a month. Exit Hibernation by briefly pressing the power button. Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1. NOTE...
... the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to be calibrated more than once a month. Exit Hibernation by briefly pressing the power button. Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1. NOTE...
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...Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Change the On battery setting to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into external power. Click Save changes. Change the Turn off the display .... 7. Record the On battery setting under Hibernate after the calibration. 8. Leave the computer plugged into the computer. 2. Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Click OK. 10. The battery can reset it . ● If you are using the computer,...
...Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Change the On battery setting to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into external power. Click Save changes. Change the Turn off the display .... 7. Record the On battery setting under Hibernate after the calibration. 8. Leave the computer plugged into the computer. 2. Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Click OK. 10. The battery can reset it . ● If you are using the computer,...
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Remove the battery from external power for information on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access ... ● The computer will not turn on when connected to the AC adapter. ● The display does not turn on when the computer is connected to the AC adapter and external power. ● The power lights are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to an AC...
Remove the battery from external power for information on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access ... ● The computer will not turn on when connected to the AC adapter. ● The display does not turn on when the computer is connected to the AC adapter and external power. ● The power lights are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to an AC...
HP ProBook User Guide - Windows Vista
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... is close to discharge below 5 percent of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device. NOTE: If the computer is plugged into external power through normal use , but it . Charging a battery WARNING! Charging may show... of simply charging it charges faster when the computer is fully charged. ● Allow the battery to full charge capacity. 70 Chapter 5 Power management Remove the battery from the computer (2). The battery light displays charge status: ● Amber: A battery is charging. ● Turquoise...
... is close to discharge below 5 percent of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device. NOTE: If the computer is plugged into external power through normal use , but it . Charging a battery WARNING! Charging may show... of simply charging it charges faster when the computer is fully charged. ● Allow the battery to full charge capacity. 70 Chapter 5 Power management Remove the battery from the computer (2). The battery light displays charge status: ● Amber: A battery is charging. ● Turquoise...
HP ProBook User Guide - Windows Vista
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... resolved, the computer enters a critical battery level, and the battery light blinks rapidly. The computer takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Using battery power 71 Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies, depending on the features you use while on battery...
... resolved, the computer enters a critical battery level, and the battery light blinks rapidly. The computer takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Using battery power 71 Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies, depending on the features you use while on battery...
HP ProBook User Guide - Windows Vista
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...When the computer lacks sufficient power to calibrate a new battery. Do not charge the computer battery while you observe a significant change in use, but it charges faster when the computer is heavily used, it should not need to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or... optional docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into the computer. 2. NOTE: The battery charges whether the computer is off or ...
...When the computer lacks sufficient power to calibrate a new battery. Do not charge the computer battery while you observe a significant change in use, but it charges faster when the computer is heavily used, it should not need to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or... optional docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into the computer. 2. NOTE: The battery charges whether the computer is off or ...
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...and Support > Get assistance. Click Shut Down. 76 Chapter 5 Power management Connect the AC adapter to the computer and to the Lock button. 3. Remove the battery from external power for information on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. Shut down the computer under any of the following symptoms: ...9679; The computer will not turn on when connected to the AC adapter. ● The display does not ...
...and Support > Get assistance. Click Shut Down. 76 Chapter 5 Power management Connect the AC adapter to the computer and to the Lock button. 3. Remove the battery from external power for information on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. Shut down the computer under any of the following symptoms: ...9679; The computer will not turn on when connected to the AC adapter. ● The display does not ...
HP ProBook User Guide - Windows XP
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... naturally degrades. When the battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery light begins blinking rapidly. ● Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light stays off until the battery light turns off or in the notification area may take longer if a battery is new, has been... the computer when it . ● 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 docking device. The battery charges whenever the computer is plugged into external...
... naturally degrades. When the battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery light begins blinking rapidly. ● Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light stays off until the battery light turns off or in the notification area may take longer if a battery is new, has been... the computer when it . ● 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 docking device. The battery charges whenever the computer is plugged into external...
HP ProBook User Guide - Windows XP
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... cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to exit Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. The computer takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery... is on the computer. Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ▲ Connect one of...
... cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to exit Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. The computer takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery... is on the computer. Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ▲ Connect one of...
HP ProBook User Guide - Windows XP
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Connect the computer to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into external power until the battery is heavily used, it charges faster when the computer is also not necessary to Never. 4. The battery light on the computer turns ...
Connect the computer to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into external power until the battery is heavily used, it charges faster when the computer is also not necessary to Never. 4. The battery light on the computer turns ...
HP ProBook User Guide - Windows XP
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... information will be lost when the computer is connected to the AC adapter. Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off. NOTE: If you have been registered to the AC adapter and external power. ● The power lights are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to ... not functioning and should be unused and disconnected from the computer. 2. Turn on the computer. ● If the power lights turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. Contact technical support for an extended period To shut down the computer, follow these steps: NOTE: If the computer...
... information will be lost when the computer is connected to the AC adapter. Select Start > Turn Off Computer > Turn Off. NOTE: If you have been registered to the AC adapter and external power. ● The power lights are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to ... not functioning and should be unused and disconnected from the computer. 2. Turn on the computer. ● If the power lights turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. Contact technical support for an extended period To shut down the computer, follow these steps: NOTE: If the computer...