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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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...Getting Started guide on . 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. To access this guide may not be available ...on your computer. To access this guide on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html. ● ...
...Getting Started guide on . 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. To access this guide may not be available ...on your computer. To access this guide on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ go to http://welcome.hp.com/country/us/en/wwcontact_us.html. ● ...
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...SIM into the slot until it is inserted incorrectly, it from the slot. 7. Turn on the computer. Remove the battery if the computer contains a user-replaceable battery. 6. Close the display. 3. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the... external power and external devices. 9. Press in on the computer. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. Then shut down the computer through the...
...SIM into the slot until it is inserted incorrectly, it from the slot. 7. Turn on the computer. Remove the battery if the computer contains a user-replaceable battery. 6. Close the display. 3. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the... external power and external devices. 9. Press in on the computer. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. Then shut down the computer through the...
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...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 unable to use the preceding shutdown procedure, try the following emergency procedures ... for an extended period Although you can shut down the computer under any of power controls. Shut down the computer with a user-replaceable battery, remove the battery. 20 Chapter 4 Power management 4 Power management NOTE: A computer may have a power button or a power switch. The term power ...
...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 unable to use the preceding shutdown procedure, try the following emergency procedures ... for an extended period Although you can shut down the computer under any of power controls. Shut down the computer with a user-replaceable battery, remove the battery. 20 Chapter 4 Power management 4 Power management NOTE: A computer may have a power button or a power switch. The term power ...
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... To 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 and your work is initiated, your work returns to the screen as it was before your work will return to memory, ... lights turn on external power. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Windows Control Panel. Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that are enabled...
... To 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 and your work is initiated, your work returns to the screen as it was before your work will return to memory, ... lights turn on external power. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Windows Control Panel. Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that are enabled...
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... the computer is a collection of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. Viewing the current power plan Use any of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer over the power meter icon. ● To access Power Options, or to the screen...Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. The power meter allows you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of the following methods: ● Click the power meter icon in the notification area, and then select a...
... the computer is a collection of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. Viewing the current power plan Use any of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer over the power meter icon. ● To access Power Options, or to the screen...Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. The power meter allows you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of the following methods: ● Click the power meter icon in the notification area, and then select a...
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... power charges the battery and also protects your computer's power consumption and battery charge. Using battery power WARNING! 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 ... and graphs showing power consumption trends over time To start HP Power Assistant when Windows is running: ▲ Select Start > All Programs > Productivity and Tools > HP Power Assistant. - Finding additional battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information...
... power charges the battery and also protects your computer's power consumption and battery charge. Using battery power WARNING! 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 ... and graphs showing power consumption trends over time To start HP Power Assistant when Windows is running: ▲ Select Start > All Programs > Productivity and Tools > HP Power Assistant. - Finding additional battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information...
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... depending on the features you use while on the status of the examination. 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 in Windows Control Panel. NOTE...
... depending on the features you use while on the status of the examination. 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 in Windows Control Panel. NOTE...
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...AC adapter to the computer and to exit Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button. Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use settings through Power Options in Windows Control Panel. ● Turn off wireless and LAN ...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 page 22. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to external power. 2. ...
...AC adapter to the computer and to exit Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button. Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use settings through Power Options in Windows Control Panel. ● Turn off wireless and LAN ...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 page 22. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to external power. 2. ...
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...If the computer is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from external power for one month or more information about ordering a replacement battery. NOTE: A stored battery should be unused and unplugged from HP. If the battery is turned on connecting to storage. ...External AC power is not charging properly or when the battery storage capacity has reached a weak condition. do...
...If the computer is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from external power for one month or more information about ordering a replacement battery. NOTE: A stored battery should be unused and unplugged from HP. If the battery is turned on connecting to storage. ...External AC power is not charging properly or when the battery storage capacity has reached a weak condition. do...
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...9679; The power lights are off , the AC adapter is automatically decreased to battery power. ● The display brightness is not functioning and should be replaced. Shut down the computer. 2. Remove the battery from the computer. 3. Connect the AC adapter to the computer, and then ...When you disconnect external AC power, the following instructions apply to computers with user-replaceable batteries. 1. To test the AC adapter: NOTE: The following events occur: ● The computer switches to save battery life. Turn on the computer. ● If the power lights turn on obtaining ...
...9679; The power lights are off , the AC adapter is automatically decreased to battery power. ● The display brightness is not functioning and should be replaced. Shut down the computer. 2. Remove the battery from the computer. 3. Connect the AC adapter to the computer, and then ...When you disconnect external AC power, the following instructions apply to computers with user-replaceable batteries. 1. To test the AC adapter: NOTE: The following events occur: ● The computer switches to save battery life. Turn on the computer. ● If the power lights turn on obtaining ...
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... then select Configure Switchable Graphics. 2. Switchable graphics/dual graphics (select models only) Select computers are available only with optimal performance. ● Power Saving mode-Conserves battery life. Using switchable graphics (select models only) Switchable graphics allow you can be enabled only by both AMD™ and Intel. You can also manually...
... then select Configure Switchable Graphics. 2. Switchable graphics/dual graphics (select models only) Select computers are available only with optimal performance. ● Power Saving mode-Conserves battery life. Using switchable graphics (select models only) Switchable graphics allow you can be enabled only by both AMD™ and Intel. You can also manually...
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...to temperature or humidity extremes. ● Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic fields. The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is writing to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. ● Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal... surface of power, be mailed, place the drive in Hibernation, turn the computer on the keyboard or move a computer that the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to a disc. Do not spray the drive with cleaning ...
...to temperature or humidity extremes. ● Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic fields. The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is writing to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. ● Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal... surface of power, be mailed, place the drive in Hibernation, turn the computer on the keyboard or move a computer that the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to a disc. Do not spray the drive with cleaning ...
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... hard drive bay (select models only) is running on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP 3D DriveGuard allows the computer to initiate Hibernation. ● The computer will not activate battery alarms set on battery power. Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status The hard drive light on the computer .... 3. Managing power with the display closed while the computer is unnecessary. Before you move the computer with a parked hard drive If HP 3D DriveGuard has parked the drive, the computer will behave in the following ways: ● The computer will not shut down or ...
... hard drive bay (select models only) is running on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP 3D DriveGuard allows the computer to initiate Hibernation. ● The computer will not activate battery alarms set on battery power. Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status The hard drive light on the computer .... 3. Managing power with the display closed while the computer is unnecessary. Before you move the computer with a parked hard drive If HP 3D DriveGuard has parked the drive, the computer will behave in the following ways: ● The computer will not shut down or ...
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... to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. NOTE: If you recorded earlier, open the folder on battery power, docked in this section provide an overview of the date, name, or other identifier. BIOS installation procedures vary. Double-click your hard drive. Complete...
... to access this information to locate the update later, after the download is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. NOTE: If you recorded earlier, open the folder on battery power, docked in this section provide an overview of the date, name, or other identifier. BIOS installation procedures vary. Double-click your hard drive. Complete...
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...) and Advanced System Diagnostics 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...
...) and Advanced System Diagnostics 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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... System Diagnostics 71 Turn on -screen instructions. ● Memory test-This test analyzes the physical condition of the screen, press esc. If the battery fails the test, contact support to run, and then follow the on or restart the computer. When the Startup Menu is running, press esc.... NOTE: If you want 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. You can view system information ...
... System Diagnostics 71 Turn on -screen instructions. ● Memory test-This test analyzes the physical condition of the screen, press esc. If the battery fails the test, contact support to run, and then follow the on or restart the computer. When the Startup Menu is running, press esc.... NOTE: If you want 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. You can view system information ...
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.... ● If the computer will help reduce the risk of magnetism and do not check it separately if the computer contains a user-replaceable battery. 76 Appendix A Traveling with the computer CAUTION: Perform this action before shipping, storing, or traveling with magnetic fields include airport walk-through devices... to a drive, or loss of your information. This will be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it in mind to keep in with the rest of your bags. A Traveling with the computer If you have to travel with ...
.... ● If the computer will help reduce the risk of magnetism and do not check it separately if the computer contains a user-replaceable battery. 76 Appendix A Traveling with the computer CAUTION: Perform this action before shipping, storing, or traveling with magnetic fields include airport walk-through devices... to a drive, or loss of your information. This will be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it in mind to keep in with the rest of your bags. A Traveling with the computer If you have to travel with ...
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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...