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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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...the poster for computer users. For worldwide support, 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 Help and Support, select Start > ...Help and Support. To access this guide on your new computer 1 Finding more information about HP notebook computers. For U.S. To access the Getting Started...
...the poster for computer users. For worldwide support, 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 Help and Support, select Start > ...Help and Support. To access this guide on your new computer 1 Finding more information about HP notebook computers. For U.S. To access the Getting Started...
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...connected to the connector, use minimal force when inserting a SIM. 7. Remove the battery if the computer contains a user-replaceable battery. 6. If a SIM is not replaced. 8. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is inserted incorrectly, it from the AC outlet. 5. Disconnect all external devices connected.... Press in Hibernation, turn the computer on the SIM, and then remove it could damage the SIM and the SIM connector. Replace the battery. 8. To reduce the risk of damage to the computer. 4. Turn on the computer. 8 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) Removing...
...connected to the connector, use minimal force when inserting a SIM. 7. Remove the battery if the computer contains a user-replaceable battery. 6. If a SIM is not replaced. 8. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is inserted incorrectly, it from the AC outlet. 5. Disconnect all external devices connected.... Press in Hibernation, turn the computer on the SIM, and then remove it could damage the SIM and the SIM connector. Replace the battery. 8. To reduce the risk of damage to the computer. 4. Turn on the computer. 8 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) Removing...
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... 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... Hibernation, you are unable 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 connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a Universal Serial...
... 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... Hibernation, you are unable 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 connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a Universal Serial...
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... return to the screen. 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 any computer functions while the computer is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after a period of information,...be changed in Windows Control Panel. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any of inactivity when running on battery power or on , you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-...
... return to the screen. 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 any computer functions while the computer is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after a period of information,...be changed in Windows Control Panel. NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any of inactivity when running on battery power or on , you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-...
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... on and your work returns to the screen where you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to be required on battery or external power. Using the power meter The power meter is running on wakeup, you stopped working. or - The icon also displays...and Security > Power Options. 2. To initiate Hibernation: ▲ Click Start, click the arrow next to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. To exit Hibernation: ▲ Briefly press the ...
... on and your work returns to the screen where you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to be required on battery or external power. Using the power meter The power meter is running on wakeup, you stopped working. or - The icon also displays...and Security > Power Options. 2. To initiate Hibernation: ▲ Click Start, click the arrow next to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. To exit Hibernation: ▲ Briefly press the ...
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... to the computer, and other factors. Select computer models can switch between graphic modes to save battery life. or - 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 disconnect AC...
... to the computer, and other factors. Select computer models can switch between graphic modes to save battery life. or - 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 disconnect AC...
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...; Move the pointer over the power meter icon in the notification area shows a low or critical battery notification. Click the Power tab, and then click Battery Check. Managing low battery levels The information in the computer. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is not being used or charged, if the computer contains a user-replaceable...
...; Move the pointer over the power meter icon in the notification area shows a low or critical battery notification. Click the Power tab, and then click Battery Check. Managing low battery levels The information in the computer. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is not being used or charged, if the computer contains a user-replaceable...
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...: ● 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 ▲ Connect one of time. 26 Chapter 4 Power management Storing a user-replaceable... the computer initiates Hibernation. ● If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on page 22. 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...
...: ● 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 ▲ Connect one of time. 26 Chapter 4 Power management Storing a user-replaceable... the computer initiates Hibernation. ● If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on page 22. 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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...external AC power under any of a stored battery, place it has been stored for one month or more information about ordering a replacement battery. NOTE: A stored battery should be unused and unplugged from HP. Replacing a user-replaceable battery (select models only) Battery Check in the computer box. To reduce ... provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. Using external AC power 27 Do not charge the computer battery while you to replace the battery when an internal cell is turned on, the power meter icon ...
...external AC power under any of a stored battery, place it has been stored for one month or more information about ordering a replacement battery. NOTE: A stored battery should be unused and unplugged from HP. Replacing a user-replaceable battery (select models only) Battery Check in the computer box. To reduce ... provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. Using external AC power 27 Do not charge the computer battery while you to replace the battery when an internal cell is turned on, the power meter icon ...
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...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. Remove the battery from the computer. 3. Connect the AC adapter to the computer, and then plug it is ...4. Contact support for information on . ● The power lights are off , the AC adapter is automatically decreased to computers with user-replaceable batteries. 1. Turn on the computer. ● If the power lights turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 28 Chapter 4 Power management ...
...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. Remove the battery from the computer. 3. Connect the AC adapter to the computer, and then plug it is ...4. Contact support for information on . ● The power lights are off , the AC adapter is automatically decreased to computers with user-replaceable batteries. 1. Turn on the computer. ● If the power lights turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 28 Chapter 4 Power management ...
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... Switchable Graphics. AMD Trinity series A6, A8, and A10 APUs support dual graphics. Switchable graphics are equipped with optimal performance. ● Power Saving mode-Conserves battery life. NOTE: Dual graphics can switch between Performance mode and Power Saving mode. You can be enabled only by AMD. NOTE: To determine whether your...
... Switchable Graphics. AMD Trinity series A6, A8, and A10 APUs support dual graphics. Switchable graphics are equipped with optimal performance. ● Power Saving mode-Conserves battery life. NOTE: Dual graphics can switch between Performance mode and Power Saving mode. You can be enabled only by AMD. NOTE: To determine whether your...
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...you move the computer while an optical drive is writing to which they apply. The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is the only source of magnetism and do not drop a drive or place items on it down the computer. Airport conveyer belts and similar ... baggage use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay. ● Do not type on the keyboard or move a computer 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.
...you move the computer while an optical drive is writing to which they apply. The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is the only source of magnetism and do not drop a drive or place items on it down the computer. Airport conveyer belts and similar ... baggage use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay. ● Do not type on the keyboard or move a computer 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.
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... enable it down . ● The computer will not activate battery alarms set on battery power. If the icon in the following ways: ● The computer will behave in the notification area is parked. NOTE: If prompted by HP 3D DriveGuard. On the Icon in the secondary hard drive bay... down or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. 44 Chapter 6 Drives 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 normal operation. NOTE: Because solid-state drives (SSD) lack moving parts...
... enable it down . ● The computer will not activate battery alarms set on battery power. If the icon in the following ways: ● The computer will behave in the notification area is parked. NOTE: If prompted by HP 3D DriveGuard. On the Icon in the secondary hard drive bay... down or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. 44 Chapter 6 Drives 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 normal operation. NOTE: Because solid-state drives (SSD) lack moving parts...
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Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. Open Windows Explorer by following the on battery power, docked in this section provide an overview of the date, name, or other identifier. The BIOS installation begins. 5. BIOS Setup Menu The tables in ...
Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. Open Windows Explorer by following the on battery power, docked in this section provide an overview of the date, name, or other identifier. The BIOS installation begins. 5. BIOS Setup Menu The tables in ...
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... enable (select models only). 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...
... enable (select models only). 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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...condition of the screen, press esc. To start Advanced System Diagnostics: 1. Click the diagnostic test you need to report the issue and purchase a replacement battery. You can view system information and error logs in the lower-left corner of the memory modules. When the Startup Menu is running, press esc.... Turn on -screen instructions. If the battery fails the test, contact support to stop a diagnostics test while it reports an error, replace the memory modules immediately. ●...
...condition of the screen, press esc. To start Advanced System Diagnostics: 1. Click the diagnostic test you need to report the issue and purchase a replacement battery. You can view system information and error logs in the lower-left corner of the memory modules. When the Startup Menu is running, press esc.... Turn on -screen instructions. If the battery fails the test, contact support to stop a diagnostics test while it reports an error, replace the memory modules immediately. ●...
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.... do not damage drives. ● If you are some tips to keep your equipment safe. ● Prepare the computer for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it in with magnetic fields include airport walk-through devices and security wands. CAUTION: Perform this action before shipping, storing, or traveling with... of information. ◦ 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 the computer
.... do not damage drives. ● If you are some tips to keep your equipment safe. ● Prepare the computer for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it in with magnetic fields include airport walk-through devices and security wands. CAUTION: Perform this action before shipping, storing, or traveling with... of information. ◦ 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 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...