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...17 VGA ...17 DisplayPort ...18 HDMI ...18 Configuring audio for HDMI 19 Intel Wireless Display (select models only 19 Using HP MediaSmart (select models only 20 4 Power management ...21 Shutting down the computer ...21 Setting power options ...22 Using ...remaining battery charge 26 Maximizing battery discharge time 26 Managing low battery levels 26 Identifying low battery levels 26 Resolving a low battery level 27 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ....... 27 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available ... 27 Resolving a low battery level...
...17 VGA ...17 DisplayPort ...18 HDMI ...18 Configuring audio for HDMI 19 Intel Wireless Display (select models only 19 Using HP MediaSmart (select models only 20 4 Power management ...21 Shutting down the computer ...21 Setting power options ...22 Using ...remaining battery charge 26 Maximizing battery discharge time 26 Managing low battery levels 26 Identifying low battery levels 26 Resolving a low battery level 27 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ....... 27 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available ... 27 Resolving a low battery level...
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... Disposing of a used battery 28 Replacing the battery ...28 Using external AC power ...29 Testing an AC adapter ...30 5 External cards and devices ...31 Using Digital Media Slot cards (select models only 31 ...
... Disposing of a used battery 28 Replacing the battery ...28 Using external AC power ...29 Testing an AC adapter ...30 5 External cards and devices ...31 Using Digital Media Slot cards (select models only 31 ...
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...-Guides you through setting up your country or region, and follow the on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. To access this guide may not be...
...-Guides you through setting up your country or region, and follow the on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. To access this guide may not be...
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... the SIM into the SIM slot, and gently press the SIM into the slot until it from the slot. 7. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is inserted incorrectly, it could damage the SIM and the SIM connector. Removing a SIM NOTE: To identify the SIM slot .... 1. Turn on the computer. 8 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Replace the battery. 8. Replace the battery. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. Disconnect all...
... the SIM into the SIM slot, and gently press the SIM into the slot until it from the slot. 7. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is inserted incorrectly, it could damage the SIM and the SIM connector. Removing a SIM NOTE: To identify the SIM slot .... 1. Turn on the computer. 8 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Replace the battery. 8. Replace the battery. If you are not sure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. Disconnect all...
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..., the recommended procedure is to use the Windows Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are noted. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Windows 7-Select Start > Shut down . Windows...
..., the recommended procedure is to use the Windows Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are noted. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Windows 7-Select Start > Shut down . Windows...
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... Click Shut Down, and then click Turn Off. ● Press and hold the power button 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 ... of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from external power and remove the battery. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. When Sleep is initiated, the power lights blink and ...
... Click Shut Down, and then click Turn Off. ● Press and hold the power button 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 ... of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from external power and remove the battery. Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is set at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation. When Sleep is initiated, the power lights blink and ...
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... over the power meter icon. ● To access Power Options, or to the screen where you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of the taskbar. ● Windows 7-Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. When the ... can be required on wakeup, you stopped working . The power lights turn on wakeup, you have set at the far right of remaining battery charge and the current power plan (or power scheme in the notification area, at the factory to the screen. Different power meter icons indicate...
... over the power meter icon. ● To access Power Options, or to the screen where you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of the taskbar. ● Windows 7-Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. When the ... can be required on wakeup, you stopped working . The power lights turn on wakeup, you have set at the far right of remaining battery charge and the current power plan (or power scheme in the notification area, at the factory to the screen. Different power meter icons indicate...
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... > Power Options, and then select an item from the Power schemes list. 3. Customizing power plans Windows 7 1. Click the power meter icon in and Running on batteries settings as needed . 4. Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 3. Select a power scheme from the list. Click Require a password (recommended). 24 Chapter 4 Power...
... > Power Options, and then select an item from the Power schemes list. 3. Customizing power plans Windows 7 1. Click the power meter icon in and Running on batteries settings as needed . 4. Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 3. Select a power scheme from the list. Click Require a password (recommended). 24 Chapter 4 Power...
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... and unplugged from the computer. 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 Standby check box. 4. Using battery power 25 NOTE: If you need to create or change your work . For... Properties. 2. Windows XP 1. Select the Prompt for password when computer resumes from HP. NOTE: When you disconnect AC power, the display brightness is plugged into AC power charges the battery and also protects your user account password, and then follow the onscreen instructions. WARNING...
... and unplugged from the computer. 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 Standby check box. 4. Using battery power 25 NOTE: If you need to create or change your work . For... Properties. 2. Windows XP 1. Select the Prompt for password when computer resumes from HP. NOTE: When you disconnect AC power, the display brightness is plugged into AC power charges the battery and also protects your user account password, and then follow the onscreen instructions. WARNING...
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...Help and Support provides information on the status of the taskbar. Maximum discharge time gradually decreases as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Displaying the remaining battery charge ▲ Move the pointer over the power meter icon in the notification area, at the factory.... Tips for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level, the following behavior occurs: ● The battery light (select models only) indicates a low or critical battery level. NOTE: For additional information about the power meter, refer to Using the...
...Help and Support provides information on the status of the taskbar. Maximum discharge time gradually decreases as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Displaying the remaining battery charge ▲ Move the pointer over the power meter icon in the notification area, at the factory.... Tips for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level, the following behavior occurs: ● The battery light (select models only) indicates a low or critical battery level. NOTE: For additional information about the power meter, refer to Using the...
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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 a charged battery is on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the Sleep state, and then shuts down the ...; Decrease screen brightness. ● Before you leave your work , initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to external power. 2. Turn off wireless and local area network (LAN...
... ● 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 on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the Sleep state, and then shuts down the ...; Decrease screen brightness. ● Before you leave your work , initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to external power. 2. Turn off wireless and local area network (LAN...
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... disassemble, crush, or puncture; do not dispose of time. Calibrate a battery before returning it to replace the battery when an internal cell is possibly covered by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. Storing a battery CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a battery, do not expose it to high temperatures for extended periods of...
... disassemble, crush, or puncture; do not dispose of time. Calibrate a battery before returning it to replace the battery when an internal cell is possibly covered by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. Storing a battery CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a battery, do not expose it to high temperatures for extended periods of...
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... to external AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is automatically decreased to charge. ● If ...an optional docking or expansion device. Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft. ● When charging or calibrating a battery ● When installing or modifying system software ● When ...disconnect external AC power, the following events occur: ● The battery begins to save battery life. To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer...
... to external AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is automatically decreased to charge. ● If ...an optional docking or expansion device. Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft. ● When charging or calibrating a battery ● When installing or modifying system software ● When ...disconnect external AC power, the following events occur: ● The battery begins to save battery life. To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer...
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... and should be replaced. Contact technical support for information on , the AC adapter is working properly. ● If the power lights remain off . Remove the battery from the computer. 3. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected to...
... and should be replaced. Contact technical support for information on , the AC adapter is working properly. ● If the power lights remain off . Remove the battery from the computer. 3. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected to...
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do not damage drives. 44 Chapter 6 Drives The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is the only source of power, be sure that the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. ● Before...
do not damage drives. 44 Chapter 6 Drives The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is the only source of power, be sure that the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. ● Before...
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... computer. ● You move the computer with the display closed while the computer is superimposed over the hard drive icon. Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status The drive light on battery power. Click OK. For more information, refer to enable the notification area icon. NOTE: If prompted by User Account Control...
... computer. ● You move the computer with the display closed while the computer is superimposed over the hard drive icon. Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status The drive light on battery power. Click OK. For more information, refer to enable the notification area icon. NOTE: If prompted by User Account Control...
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... user privileges, you either shut it down or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Click OK. NOTE: Depending on your optical drive, is running on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection allows the computer to change settings, follow these steps: 1. In Mobility Center, click the hard drive icon to...
... user privileges, you either shut it down or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Click OK. NOTE: Depending on your optical drive, is running on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection allows the computer to change settings, follow these steps: 1. In Mobility Center, click the hard drive icon to...
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... Explorer by selecting Start > My Computer. 2. or - Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Follow the on battery power, docked in Windows) or by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. Make a note of the screen, and then follow these instructions: Do...
... Explorer by selecting Start > My Computer. 2. or - Windows XP-Select Start > Help and Support, and then select the software and drivers update. 2. Follow the on battery power, docked in Windows) or by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet. Make a note of the screen, and then follow these instructions: Do...
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... main computer components that the start-up test and checks for Startup Menu" message is functioning properly. The BIOS installation begins. 5. If the battery fails the test, contact HP support to stop a diagnostics test while it is displayed, press f2. 2. Complete the installation by following diagnostic tests are required to run , and...
... main computer components that the start-up test and checks for Startup Menu" message is functioning properly. The BIOS installation begins. 5. If the battery fails the test, contact HP support to stop a diagnostics test while it is displayed, press f2. 2. Complete the installation by following diagnostic tests are required to run , and...
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... or a drive, 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; Such restrictions may be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the... battery and store it in with the rest of your information. ◦ Remove all discs and all external devices. ◦ Shut down the computer...
... or a drive, 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; Such restrictions may be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the... battery and store it in with the rest of your information. ◦ Remove all discs and all external devices. ◦ Shut down the computer...