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... 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 power-saving states 22 Initiating and exiting Sleep 22 Initiating and exiting Hibernation 23... Using the power meter ...23 Using power plans ...23 Viewing the current power plan 23 Selecting a different power plan 24 Customizing power plans 24 Setting password protection on wakeup 24 Using battery power ...25 Finding battery information in Help and ...
... 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 power-saving states 22 Initiating and exiting Sleep 22 Initiating and exiting Hibernation 23... Using the power meter ...23 Using power plans ...23 Viewing the current power plan 23 Selecting a different power plan 24 Customizing power plans 24 Setting password protection on wakeup 24 Using battery power ...25 Finding battery information in Help and ...
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Storing a battery ...28 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 Inserting a digital card ...31 Removing a ...
Storing a battery ...28 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 Inserting a digital card ...31 Removing a ...
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... Hard Drive Protection in Windows 7 (select models only 46 Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status 46 Managing power with a parked hard drive 46 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software 47 Using optical drives (select models only 47 Identifying the ...Windows 53 Setting passwords in Setup Utility 53 Managing an administrator password 54 Entering an administrator password 54 Managing a power-on password 55 Entering a power-on password 55 Using antivirus software ...55 Using firewall software ...55 Installing critical security updates ...56 Installing an...
... Hard Drive Protection in Windows 7 (select models only 46 Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status 46 Managing power with a parked hard drive 46 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software 47 Using optical drives (select models only 47 Identifying the ...Windows 53 Setting passwords in Setup Utility 53 Managing an administrator password 54 Entering an administrator password 54 Managing a power-on password 55 Entering a power-on password 55 Using antivirus software ...55 Using firewall software ...55 Installing critical security updates ...56 Installing an...
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...also available on . For country- or region-specific support, go to a wireless network, multimedia, power management, security, and so on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and ..., select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to http://www.hp.com/support, select your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. ...
...also available on . For country- or region-specific support, go to a wireless network, multimedia, power management, security, and so on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and ..., select Start > Help and Support > User Guides. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to http://www.hp.com/support, select your computer, including product-specific features, backup and recovery, maintenance, and specifications. ...
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... the computer on the computer. Then shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is firmly seated. Then shut down the computer through the operating... system. 2. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Close the display. 3. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Removing a SIM...
... the computer on the computer. Then shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is firmly seated. Then shut down the computer through the operating... system. 2. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Close the display. 3. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Removing a SIM...
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...connecting an external hardware device that affect any of the procedures are noted. The term Sleep is called Shut Down instead of power controls. Windows 7-Select Start > Shut down the computer 21 Shutting down . Save your work and close all open programs. 2. NOTE:... If you have a power button or a power switch. 4 Power management NOTE: A computer may have been registered to a network domain, the button you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is...
...connecting an external hardware device that affect any of the procedures are noted. The term Sleep is called Shut Down instead of power controls. Windows 7-Select Start > Shut down the computer 21 Shutting down . Save your work and close all open programs. 2. NOTE:... If you have a power button or a power switch. 4 Power management NOTE: A computer may have been registered to a network domain, the button you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is...
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... in any computer functions while the computer is in the Sleep state or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that are unable to initiate Sleep after a period of inactivity when running on battery...exiting Sleep The system is set at the factory to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Close the display. ● Windows 7-Select Start, click the arrow next to a hibernation file on , you can be changed using...
... in any computer functions while the computer is in the Sleep state or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that are unable to initiate Sleep after a period of inactivity when running on battery...exiting Sleep The system is set at the factory to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Close the display. ● Windows 7-Select Start, click the arrow next to a hibernation file on , you can be changed using...
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...message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. Setting power options 23 Power settings and timeouts can help you conserve power or maximize performance. The power meter allows you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage... of remaining battery charge and the current power plan (or power scheme in Windows Control Panel. To exit Hibernation: ▲ Briefly press the power button. Power plans can be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before ...
...message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. Setting power options 23 Power settings and timeouts can help you conserve power or maximize performance. The power meter allows you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage... of remaining battery charge and the current power plan (or power scheme in Windows Control Panel. To exit Hibernation: ▲ Briefly press the power button. Power plans can be required on wakeup, you must enter your Windows password before ...
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... the computer to prompt for a password when the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. Windows XP-Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options, and then select an item from the list. Change the settings as needed . 4. To change additional settings, click Change advanced...
... the computer to prompt for a password when the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. Windows XP-Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options, and then select an item from the list. Change the settings as needed . 4. To change additional settings, click Change advanced...
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... display brightness is plugged into external AC power, the computer runs on increasing or decreasing display brightness, refer to save battery life. Select the Prompt for password when computer resumes from HP. Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is automatically...use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from Standby check box. 4. If the computer contains a charged battery and is disconnected from external power. NOTE: When you do not need to create a user account password...
... display brightness is plugged into external AC power, the computer runs on increasing or decreasing display brightness, refer to save battery life. Select the Prompt for password when computer resumes from HP. Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is automatically...use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from Standby check box. 4. If the computer contains a charged battery and is disconnected from external power. NOTE: When you do not need to create a user account password...
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...of the taskbar. Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on the features you use while on battery power. Maximum discharge time gradually decreases as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that... battery level. NOTE: For additional information about the battery light, refer to the computer. Select Start > Help and Support > Troubleshoot > Power, Thermal and Mechanical. 3. Using Battery Check in Windows 7 Battery Check in Help and Support provides information on the status of the examination....
...of the taskbar. Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on the features you use while on battery power. Maximum discharge time gradually decreases as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that... battery level. NOTE: For additional information about the battery light, refer to the computer. Select Start > Help and Support > Troubleshoot > Power, Thermal and Mechanical. 3. Using Battery Check in Windows 7 Battery Check in Help and Support provides information on the status of the examination....
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... 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 a charged battery is available 1. Resolving a low battery level when no power source is on the computer. Resolving a low battery level Resolving a low battery level when external...
... 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 a charged battery is available 1. Resolving a low battery level when no power source is on the computer. Resolving a low battery level Resolving a low battery level when external...
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...Battery Check in Help and Support notifies you to the HP Web site for more information about ordering a replacement battery. 28 Chapter 4 Power management A message refers you to replace the battery when an internal cell is possibly covered by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. do not ...capacity is less than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it separately. NOTE: A stored battery should be unused and unplugged from external power for extended periods of time. To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not short external contacts; Storing a battery CAUTION: To...
...Battery Check in Help and Support notifies you to the HP Web site for more information about ordering a replacement battery. 28 Chapter 4 Power management A message refers you to replace the battery when an internal cell is possibly covered by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. do not ...capacity is less than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it separately. NOTE: A stored battery should be unused and unplugged from external power for extended periods of time. To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not short external contacts; Storing a battery CAUTION: To...
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... only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. When you connect 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 the computer...
... only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. When you connect 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 the computer...
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... , the AC adapter is not functioning 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. Shut down the computer. 2. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits... of the following symptoms when it into an AC outlet. 4. Connect the AC adapter to the computer, and then plug it is connected to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on obtaining a replacement AC...
... , the AC adapter is not functioning 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. Shut down the computer. 2. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits... of the following symptoms when it into an AC outlet. 4. Connect the AC adapter to the computer, and then plug it is connected to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on obtaining a replacement AC...
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NOTE: To conserve power, stop a PC Card before removing it is not in the notification area lets you know that the device is firmly seated. Removing a PC Card CAUTION: ...
NOTE: To conserve power, stop a PC Card before removing it is not in the notification area lets you know that the device is firmly seated. Removing a PC Card CAUTION: ...
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... Card into the ExpressCard slot, and then press in on the insert (1) to the connectors: Use minimal force when inserting an ExpressCard. NOTE: To conserve power, stop or remove an ExpressCard when it . 2. To insert an ExpressCard: 1. You will hear a sound when the card has been detected, and a menu of options...
... Card into the ExpressCard slot, and then press in on the insert (1) to the connectors: Use minimal force when inserting an ExpressCard. NOTE: To conserve power, stop or remove an ExpressCard when it . 2. To insert an ExpressCard: 1. You will hear a sound when the card has been detected, and a menu of options...
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... the software, on disc, or on to the manufacturer's instructions. An optional docking device or USB hub provides additional USB ports that provides power to connect an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub. For more information about device... device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the smart card reader. The computer has at least 1 USB port that can be provided with a powered USB cable. These instructions may require additional support software, which is seated. 2. Removing a smart card ▲ Grasp the edge of the smart...
... the software, on disc, or on to the manufacturer's instructions. An optional docking device or USB hub provides additional USB ports that provides power to connect an optional external device, such as a USB keyboard, mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub. For more information about device... device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the smart card reader. The computer has at least 1 USB port that can be provided with a powered USB cable. These instructions may require additional support software, which is seated. 2. Removing a smart card ▲ Grasp the edge of the smart...
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... about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the powered USB port on the computer. If you are connecting a powered device, plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet. 3. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be connected to the manufacturer's instructions. Turn on the computer...
... about required software and drivers, or to learn which computer port to use, refer to the powered USB port on the computer. If you are connecting a powered device, plug the device power cord into a grounded AC outlet. 3. NOTE: HP external USB optical drives should be connected to the manufacturer's instructions. Turn on the computer...
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... the drive from the drive bay, or traveling with magnetic fields include airport walk-through the operating system. ● Do not use X-rays instead of power, be handled with care. Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices that must be mailed, place the drive in Hibernation, turn the computer on baggage...
... the drive from the drive bay, or traveling with magnetic fields include airport walk-through the operating system. ● Do not use X-rays instead of power, be handled with care. Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices that must be mailed, place the drive in Hibernation, turn the computer on baggage...