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... exiting user-initiated Hibernation 35 Setting password protection on wakeup 35 Using the power meter and power settings 35 Selecting a power plan ...36 Running on battery power ...36 vi
... exiting user-initiated Hibernation 35 Setting password protection on wakeup 35 Using the power meter and power settings 35 Selecting a power plan ...36 Running on battery power ...36 vi
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...-replaceable battery 36 Finding battery information 37 Conserving battery power 37 Identifying low battery levels 37 Resolving a low battery level 38 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available 38 Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available 38 Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation ....... 38 Storing a user-replaceable battery 38 Disposing...
...-replaceable battery 36 Finding battery information 37 Conserving battery power 37 Identifying low battery levels 37 Resolving a low battery level 38 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available 38 Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available 38 Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation ....... 38 Storing a user-replaceable battery 38 Disposing...
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... posture and work habits that increase your comfort and decrease your product located with an HP technician. ● Email support. ● Find worldwide support telephone numbers. ● Locate HP service center locations. ● Important regulatory notices, including proper battery disposal information. ● Specific warranty information about this guide. Safety & Comfort Guide To access...
... posture and work habits that increase your comfort and decrease your product located with an HP technician. ● Email support. ● Find worldwide support telephone numbers. ● Locate HP service center locations. ● Important regulatory notices, including proper battery disposal information. ● Specific warranty information about this guide. Safety & Comfort Guide To access...
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... of USB ports, see Using a USB device on page 41. ● White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is not charged. ● Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging. ● Off: The computer is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer...
... of USB ports, see Using a USB device on page 41. ● White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is not charged. ● Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging. ● Off: The computer is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer...
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... and memory modules. Contains the hard drive. 12 Chapter 2 Getting to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Releases the battery from the list of apps. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and...module and then receive a warning message, remove the module to cool internal components. Bottom Component (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Battery bay Vents (3) Battery release latch Description Holds the battery. Enable airflow to restore computer functionality, and then contact support through Help and Support. It is normal for use in ...
... and memory modules. Contains the hard drive. 12 Chapter 2 Getting to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Releases the battery from the list of apps. To access Help and Support, from the Start screen, type help, and then select Help and...module and then receive a warning message, remove the module to cool internal components. Bottom Component (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Battery bay Vents (3) Battery release latch Description Holds the battery. Enable airflow to restore computer functionality, and then contact support through Help and Support. It is normal for use in ...
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.... If your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one or more certification labels are affixed inside the battery bay. ● Wireless certification label or labels-Provide information about the computer. Wireless certification labels are included with the computer. Labels 13 The regulatory label ...
.... If your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one or more certification labels are affixed inside the battery bay. ● Wireless certification label or labels-Provide information about the computer. Wireless certification labels are included with the computer. Labels 13 The regulatory label ...
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...the computer powers down. When Sleep is initiated, the screen clears and your applications stay open the display. ● Press a key on either battery power or external power. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is enabled by default. 6 ...enable Hibernation using Power Options in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. ● Sleep-The Sleep state is automatically initiated if the battery reaches a critical level. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, ...
...the computer powers down. When Sleep is initiated, the screen clears and your applications stay open the display. ● Press a key on either battery power or external power. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is enabled by default. 6 ...enable Hibernation using Power Options in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. ● Sleep-The Sleep state is automatically initiated if the battery reaches a critical level. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, ...
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... ● To access Power Options, or to change your work returns to the screen where you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of the taskbar. On the Start screen, type power, select Settings, and then select Power Options from the... will return to create or change other power settings and timeouts using Power Options in the notification area, at the far right of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, on and your user account password, and then follow these steps: 1. NOTE: If you need to the...
... ● To access Power Options, or to change your work returns to the screen where you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of the taskbar. On the Start screen, type power, select Settings, and then select Power Options from the... will return to create or change other power settings and timeouts using Power Options in the notification area, at the far right of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, on and your user account password, and then follow these steps: 1. NOTE: If you need to the...
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... loss of information. So before removing the battery, save your needs. Saves power by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. CAUTION: Removing a battery that is off and unplugged from HP. To use more energy. The battery icon displays a message if the battery reaches a low or critical battery level. Slide the battery release latch (1) to its original position...
... loss of information. So before removing the battery, save your needs. Saves power by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. CAUTION: Removing a battery that is off and unplugged from HP. To use more energy. The battery icon displays a message if the battery reaches a low or critical battery level. Slide the battery release latch (1) to its original position...
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... as an external hard drive connected to maximize battery life ● Information about the battery: ● Battery test ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information, select the HP Support Assistant app on the Desktop displays a low or critical battery notification. Finding battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and...
... as an external hard drive connected to maximize battery life ● Information about the battery: ● Battery test ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information, select the HP Support Assistant app on the Desktop displays a low or critical battery notification. Finding battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and...
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...pressing the power button. To access the user guides, select the HP Support Assistant app from external power for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on page 35. If the battery is available ● Connect an AC adapter. ● Connect an...expansion device. ● Connect an optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP. The computer takes the following actions for more than 50 percent, recharge the battery before returning it to prolong the battery charge. If your work and shut down and loses any unsaved information. ●...
...pressing the power button. To access the user guides, select the HP Support Assistant app from external power for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on page 35. If the battery is available ● Connect an AC adapter. ● Connect an...expansion device. ● Connect an optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP. The computer takes the following actions for more than 50 percent, recharge the battery before returning it to prolong the battery charge. If your work and shut down and loses any unsaved information. ●...
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... connected to external power with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. Remove the battery from HP. Shut down the computer. 2. Connect the computer to the HP website for more information about connecting to save battery life. ● The power meter icon on . ● The power lights are...
... connected to external power with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. Remove the battery from HP. Shut down the computer. 2. Connect the computer to the HP website for more information about connecting to save battery life. ● The power meter icon on . ● The power lights are...
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..., the recommended procedure is to use the preceding shutdown procedures, 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 use the Windows... CAUTION: Unsaved information is not functioning and should be unused and disconnected from external power. ● On models with a user-replaceable battery, remove the battery. 40 Chapter 6 Managing power Shut down the computer under any of the screen. 3. If the computer is unresponsive and you are ...
..., the recommended procedure is to use the preceding shutdown procedures, 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 use the Windows... CAUTION: Unsaved information is not functioning and should be unused and disconnected from external power. ● On models with a user-replaceable battery, remove the battery. 40 Chapter 6 Managing power Shut down the computer under any of the screen. 3. If the computer is unresponsive and you are ...
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... card (1), and then remove it is sensitive to media. ● Do not type on -screen instructions. 3. Save your optical drive: ● When the battery is the only source of your information and close all programs associated with the digital card. 2. Press in on the card until it from the... slot (2). Use these tips for best performance of power, be sure the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to vibration. 2. To remove a digital storage card: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of the taskbar. The ...
... card (1), and then remove it is sensitive to media. ● Do not type on -screen instructions. 3. Save your optical drive: ● When the battery is the only source of your information and close all programs associated with the digital card. 2. Press in on the card until it from the... slot (2). Use these tips for best performance of power, be sure the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to vibration. 2. To remove a digital storage card: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of loss of the taskbar. The ...
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... or storing a drive. ● Do not type on baggage use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay. ● When the battery is the only source of magnetism and do not damage drives. ● Remove media from the drive bay, or traveling with your computer. The write...that is sufficiently charged before removing the drive from a drive before writing to media. ● If a drive must 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. Improving performance...
... or storing a drive. ● Do not type on baggage use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay. ● When the battery is the only source of magnetism and do not damage drives. ● Remove media from the drive bay, or traveling with your computer. The write...that is sufficiently charged before removing the drive from a drive before writing to media. ● If a drive must 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. Improving performance...
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... and memory module compartment cover: ▲ Loosen the wireless and memory module compartment cover screw (1), and then lift up (2) and remove the cover (3). Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 4. CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Before removing or installing a drive, shut down the computer. 2. If you must...
... and memory module compartment cover: ▲ Loosen the wireless and memory module compartment cover screw (1), and then lift up (2) and remove the cover (3). Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 4. CAUTION: To prevent information loss or an unresponsive system: Before removing or installing a drive, shut down the computer. 2. If you must...
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... has two memory module slots. Do not remove a memory module while the computer is on a flat surface. 5. Disconnect all external devices connected to hold all batteries before adding or replacing memory modules. From the Start screen, type disk, select Settings, and then select Free up disk space by adding a memory module... one of electric shock and damage to expand the amount of memory you are discharged of the computer under the hard drive cover. Remove the battery from the computer. 6.
... has two memory module slots. Do not remove a memory module while the computer is on a flat surface. 5. Disconnect all external devices connected to hold all batteries before adding or replacing memory modules. From the Start screen, type disk, select Settings, and then select Free up disk space by adding a memory module... one of electric shock and damage to expand the amount of memory you are discharged of the computer under the hard drive cover. Remove the battery from the computer. 6.
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... power and external devices. 12. Technology is seated. 8. a. CAUTION: To prevent damage to run the latest technology available. c. Replace the battery. 11. Updates can resolve issues and bring new features and options to your computer to the memory module, be sure that you do not bend... the module. 9. Replace the wireless and memory module compartment cover. 10. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your computer For example, older graphics components might not work well with the tab in the memory module slot. ...
... power and external devices. 12. Technology is seated. 8. a. CAUTION: To prevent damage to run the latest technology available. c. Replace the battery. 11. Updates can resolve issues and bring new features and options to your computer to the memory module, be sure that you do not bend... the module. 9. Replace the wireless and memory module compartment cover. 10. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you update your computer For example, older graphics components might not work well with the tab in the memory module slot. ...
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.... ◦ Shut down the computer. ● Take along a backup of these suggestions: ◦ Check the computer-related customs regulations for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it in some environments. Keep the backup separate from external power for each location in which you are shipping the computer or a drive...
.... ◦ Shut down the computer. ● Take along a backup of these suggestions: ◦ Check the computer-related customs regulations for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it in some environments. Keep the backup separate from external power for each location in which you are shipping the computer or a drive...
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...computer or initiate Sleep. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. From the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. At the download area, follow these steps: 1. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after... source. Identify the most recent BIOS update and compare it has been downloaded to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Follow the on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. If the update is more recent than your BIOS, make ...
...computer or initiate Sleep. Do not insert, remove, connect, or disconnect any software updates, especially system BIOS updates. From the Start screen, select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. At the download area, follow these steps: 1. You may need to access this information to locate the update later, after... source. Identify the most recent BIOS update and compare it has been downloaded to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Follow the on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. If the update is more recent than your BIOS, make ...