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Testing an AC adapter ...28 Switchable graphics/dual graphics (select models only 29 Using switchable graphics (select models only 29 Using dual graphics (select models only 29 5 External cards ... only 40 6 Drives ...42 Handling drives ...42 Using hard drives ...43 Improving hard drive performance 43 Using Disk Defragmenter 43 Using Disk Cleanup 43 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 44 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 44 Managing power with a parked hard drive 44 Using HP 3D DriveGuard software 45 vii
Testing an AC adapter ...28 Switchable graphics/dual graphics (select models only 29 Using switchable graphics (select models only 29 Using dual graphics (select models only 29 5 External cards ... only 40 6 Drives ...42 Handling drives ...42 Using hard drives ...43 Improving hard drive performance 43 Using Disk Defragmenter 43 Using Disk Cleanup 43 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 44 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 44 Managing power with a parked hard drive 44 Using HP 3D DriveGuard software 45 vii
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... automatically switches to maximize battery life ● Information on page 29. HP Power Assistant provides tools and information to the computer, and other factors. The computer runs on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to battery power if the AC adapter is automatically decreased to save battery life. If the computer contains a charged...
... automatically switches to maximize battery life ● Information on page 29. HP Power Assistant provides tools and information to the computer, and other factors. The computer runs on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to battery power if the AC adapter is automatically decreased to save battery life. If the computer contains a charged...
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... a user-replaceable battery ● Store the user-replaceable battery in a cool, dry location. ● Select the Power saver setting in the notification area shows a low or critical battery notification. or - ● The power meter icon in Power Options. Connect the AC adapter to see the Getting Started guide. - Select Start > Help and Support > Troubleshoot...
... a user-replaceable battery ● Store the user-replaceable battery in a cool, dry location. ● Select the Power saver setting in the notification area shows a low or critical battery notification. or - ● The power meter icon in Power Options. Connect the AC adapter to see the Getting Started guide. - Select Start > Help and Support > Troubleshoot...
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...; Before you leave your work , initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use settings through Power Options in the Sleep state, and then shuts down and loses any external media cards that are not plugged... lacks sufficient power to external power. 2. Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button. The computer takes 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 ...
...; Before you leave your work , initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use settings through Power Options in the Sleep state, and then shuts down and loses any external media cards that are not plugged... lacks sufficient power to external power. 2. Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button. The computer takes 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 ...
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... you to storage. Using external AC power WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. NOTE: For information on , the power meter icon in fire or water. ...Do not charge the computer battery while you to charge. ● If the computer is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from external power for more . Calibrate a battery before returning it separately. See the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices for ...
... you to storage. Using external AC power WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. NOTE: For information on , the power meter icon in fire or water. ...Do not charge the computer battery while you to charge. ● If the computer is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from external power for more . Calibrate a battery before returning it separately. See the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices for ...
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... not turn on. ● The display does not turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 28 Chapter 4 Power management When you disconnect external AC power, the following instructions apply to computers with user-replaceable batteries. 1. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is working...
... not turn on. ● The display does not turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 28 Chapter 4 Power management When you disconnect external AC power, the following instructions apply to computers with user-replaceable batteries. 1. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is working...
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...the file that is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. BIOS Setup Menu The tables in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. At the download area, follow these steps: 1. You will need this information to locate the update later, after the download is... installation, you want to download. 3. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Follow the on your hard drive. Open Windows Explorer by following the on-screen instructions. During the download and installation, follow these...
...the file that is typically Local Disk (C:). 3. BIOS Setup Menu The tables in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. At the download area, follow these steps: 1. You will need this information to locate the update later, after the download is... installation, you want to download. 3. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Follow the on your hard drive. Open Windows Explorer by following the on-screen instructions. During the download and installation, follow these...
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... you are traveling internationally, follow these suggestions: ◦ Check the computer-related customs regulations for each country or region on your itinerary. ◦ Check the power cord and adapter requirements for appliances. 77 To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not attempt to...
... you are traveling internationally, follow these suggestions: ◦ Check the computer-related customs regulations for each country or region on your itinerary. ◦ Check the power cord and adapter requirements for appliances. 77 To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, do not attempt to...
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... 36 removing 37 A AC adapter, testing 28 administrator password 52 advanced system diagnostics 70 airport security devices 42 antivirus software 58 audio functions, checking 15 Automatic DriveLock password entering 55 removing 56 B battery conserving power 26 discharging 25 displaying remaining ...configuring audio for HDMI 18 ExpressCards 32 connecting to 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 ...
... 36 removing 37 A AC adapter, testing 28 administrator password 52 advanced system diagnostics 70 airport security devices 42 antivirus software 58 audio functions, checking 15 Automatic DriveLock password entering 55 removing 56 B battery conserving power 26 discharging 25 displaying remaining ...configuring audio for HDMI 18 ExpressCards 32 connecting to 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 ...
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... 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 35 I icons network 2 wireless 2 Intel Wireless Display 19... Disk Cleanup 43 Disk Defragmenter 43 media activity controls 14 media hotkeys 14 modems connecting a modem cable 10 connecting a modem cable adapter 11 selecting a location setting 11 MultiBoot Express 72, 75 N network cable, connecting 13 network icon 2 Network Service Boot 73 ...
... 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 35 I icons network 2 wireless 2 Intel Wireless Display 19... Disk Cleanup 43 Disk Defragmenter 43 media activity controls 14 media hotkeys 14 modems connecting a modem cable 10 connecting a modem cable adapter 11 selecting a location setting 11 MultiBoot Express 72, 75 N network cable, connecting 13 network icon 2 Network Service Boot 73 ...
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Disk Defragmenter 43 firewall 58 HP Connection Manager 4 storing a battery 26 switch, power 20 switchable graphics 29 T temperature 26 testing an AC adapter 28 traveling with the computer 26, 76 tray-load optical drive 45 troubleshooting resources 78 turning off the computer 20 turning wireless ... 36 USB devices connecting 36 description 35 removing 36 USB hubs 35 USB legacy support 65 user password 52 using external AC power 27 modem 9 power meter 22 power plans 22 power-saving states 21 V VGA port, connecting 16 video 16 volume adjusting 15 buttons 15 keys 15 W webcam 15 wireless icons 2...
Disk Defragmenter 43 firewall 58 HP Connection Manager 4 storing a battery 26 switch, power 20 switchable graphics 29 T temperature 26 testing an AC adapter 28 traveling with the computer 26, 76 tray-load optical drive 45 troubleshooting resources 78 turning off the computer 20 turning wireless ... 36 USB devices connecting 36 description 35 removing 36 USB hubs 35 USB legacy support 65 user password 52 using external AC power 27 modem 9 power meter 22 power plans 22 power-saving states 21 V VGA port, connecting 16 video 16 volume adjusting 15 buttons 15 keys 15 W webcam 15 wireless icons 2...
HP ProtectTools Getting Started
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◦ Hard disk controller (HDC) ◦ Human interface device (HID) class ● Power ◦ Battery ◦ Advanced power management (APM) support ● Miscellaneous ◦ Computer ◦ Decoder ◦ Display ◦ Processor ◦ System ◦ Unknown ◦ Volume ◦ Volume snapshot ◦ Security ...; unified display driver ◦ Media driver ◦ Medium changer ◦ Multifunction ◦ Legacard ◦ Net client ◦ Net service ◦ Net trans ◦ SCSI adapter 100 Chapter 9 Device Access Manager for HP ProtectTools (select models only)
◦ Hard disk controller (HDC) ◦ Human interface device (HID) class ● Power ◦ Battery ◦ Advanced power management (APM) support ● Miscellaneous ◦ Computer ◦ Decoder ◦ Display ◦ Processor ◦ System ◦ Unknown ◦ Volume ◦ Volume snapshot ◦ Security ...; unified display driver ◦ Media driver ◦ Medium changer ◦ Multifunction ◦ Legacard ◦ Net client ◦ Net service ◦ Net trans ◦ SCSI adapter 100 Chapter 9 Device Access Manager for HP ProtectTools (select models only)
Getting Started HP Notebook
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Component (1) (2) (3) (4) Display release latch Wireless light Power light AC adapter/Battery light (5) Hard drive light (6) Speakers (2) Description Opens the computer. ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device ...0 to 90 percent. ● White: The computer is connected to external power and the battery is charged from the illustration in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off . ● On: The computer is on HP 3D DriveGuard, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide. NOTE: For information on . ● Blinking: The ...
Component (1) (2) (3) (4) Display release latch Wireless light Power light AC adapter/Battery light (5) Hard drive light (6) Speakers (2) Description Opens the computer. ● White: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device ...0 to 90 percent. ● White: The computer is connected to external power and the battery is charged from the illustration in the Sleep state. ● Off: The computer is off . ● On: The computer is on HP 3D DriveGuard, see the HP Notebook Reference Guide. NOTE: For information on . ● Blinking: The ...
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Connects an optional digital display device, such as a modem, mouse, or printer. Component (1) (2) (3) (4) RJ-11 (modem) jack Serial port Power connector DisplayPort Description Connects a modem cable. Connects an AC adapter. Connects an optional serial device such as a high-performance monitor or projector. 14 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Rear NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
Connects an optional digital display device, such as a modem, mouse, or printer. Component (1) (2) (3) (4) RJ-11 (modem) jack Serial port Power connector DisplayPort Description Connects a modem cable. Connects an AC adapter. Connects an optional serial device such as a high-performance monitor or projector. 14 Chapter 2 Getting to know your computer Rear NOTE: Your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this section.
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The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by HP for IT power systems in this computer. Input Power Operating voltage and current Rating 18.5 V dc @ 3.5 A - 65 W - Input power 53 Although the computer can operate on the system regulatory label. or - 19 V dc @ 4.74 A - 90 W ... be powered from a standalone DC power source, it should be rated at 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz. 8 Specifications Input power The power information in Norway with phase-to travel internationally with the computer. The AC power source must be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source ...
The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by HP for IT power systems in this computer. Input Power Operating voltage and current Rating 18.5 V dc @ 3.5 A - 65 W - Input power 53 Although the computer can operate on the system regulatory label. or - 19 V dc @ 4.74 A - 90 W ... be powered from a standalone DC power source, it should be rated at 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz. 8 Specifications Input power The power information in Norway with phase-to travel internationally with the computer. The AC power source must be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source ...