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... exiting Sleep 19 Initiating and exiting Hibernation 19 Using the power meter ...20 Using power plans ...20 Viewing the current power plan 20 Selecting a different power plan 20 Customizing power plans 21 Setting password protection on wakeup 21 Using HP Power Manager (select models only 21 Using battery power ...22 Finding battery information 22 Using Battery Check ...22...
... exiting Sleep 19 Initiating and exiting Hibernation 19 Using the power meter ...20 Using power plans ...20 Viewing the current power plan 20 Selecting a different power plan 20 Customizing power plans 21 Setting password protection on wakeup 21 Using HP Power Manager (select models only 21 Using battery power ...22 Finding battery information 22 Using Battery Check ...22...
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Replacing the battery ...25 Using external AC power ...25 Testing an AC adapter ...26 Using HP CoolSense (select models only 26 5 External cards and devices ...27 Using Digital Media Slot cards (select models only 27 Inserting a digital card ...27 Removing ... ...37 Improving hard drive performance 37 Using Disk Defragmenter 37 Using Disk Cleanup 37 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 37 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 38 Managing power with a parked hard drive 38 Using HP 3D DriveGuard software 38 Using optical drives (select models only 39 Identifying the installed optical ...
Replacing the battery ...25 Using external AC power ...25 Testing an AC adapter ...26 Using HP CoolSense (select models only 26 5 External cards and devices ...27 Using Digital Media Slot cards (select models only 27 Inserting a digital card ...27 Removing ... ...37 Improving hard drive performance 37 Using Disk Defragmenter 37 Using Disk Cleanup 37 Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only 37 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 38 Managing power with a parked hard drive 38 Using HP 3D DriveGuard software 38 Using optical drives (select models only 39 Identifying the installed optical ...
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... Setting passwords in Windows 45 Setting passwords in Setup Utility (BIOS 45 Managing an administrator password 46 Entering an administrator password 46 Managing a power-on password 47 Entering a power-on password 47 Using antivirus software ...47 Using firewall software ...47 Installing critical security updates ...48 Installing an optional security cable ...48 Using...
... Setting passwords in Windows 45 Setting passwords in Setup Utility (BIOS 45 Managing an administrator password 46 Entering an administrator password 46 Managing a power-on password 47 Entering a power-on password 47 Using antivirus software ...47 Using firewall software ...47 Installing critical security updates ...48 Installing an optional security cable ...48 Using...
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..., 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 battery disposal information. NOTE: Refer to HP Documentation and HP programs, such as HP Support Assistant and HP Launch...material. ● Getting Started-Contains information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and Microsoft technical support. To access HP Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support. ● Safety & Comfort Guide-Describes proper workstation setup and proper posture...
..., 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 battery disposal information. NOTE: Refer to HP Documentation and HP programs, such as HP Support Assistant and HP Launch...material. ● Getting Started-Contains information about the operating system, drivers, troubleshooting tools, and Microsoft technical support. To access HP Help and Support, select Start > Help and Support. ● Safety & Comfort Guide-Describes proper workstation setup and proper posture...
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... Getting Started guide for information on identifying the location of the taskbar, and then click the power button next to the Internet using HP Connection Manager: ▲ Right-click the HP Connection Manager icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. or -... provides a central location for sending and receiving SMS (text) messages. HP Connection Manager allows you to the desired device. Select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Connection Manager, and then click the power button next to manage the following devices: ● Wireless local area network...
... Getting Started guide for information on identifying the location of the taskbar, and then click the power button next to the Internet using HP Connection Manager: ▲ Right-click the HP Connection Manager icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. or -... provides a central location for sending and receiving SMS (text) messages. HP Connection Manager allows you to the desired device. Select Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Connection Manager, and then click the power button next to manage the following devices: ● Wireless local area network...
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..., Windows attempts to connect to another network When you are on page 7. Close the display. 6 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) Using HP Mobile Broadband requires a network service provider, which is transmitted. Some computers include a preinstalled SIM. Roaming to that network. Refer to the Getting ...you are not sure whether the computer is off or in most cases is not preinstalled, it may be provided separately by pressing the power button. If the SIM is a mobile phone network provider. For information on inserting and removing the SIM, refer to the Getting Started...
..., Windows attempts to connect to another network When you are on page 7. Close the display. 6 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) Using HP Mobile Broadband requires a network service provider, which is transmitted. Some computers include a preinstalled SIM. Roaming to that network. Refer to the Getting ...you are not sure whether the computer is off or in most cases is not preinstalled, it may be provided separately by pressing the power button. If the SIM is a mobile phone network provider. For information on inserting and removing the SIM, refer to the Getting Started...
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...a SIM, position the card to match the icon next to the HP GPS and Location software Help. Replace the battery. Then shut down the computer. Press in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. Replace the battery. 8. GPS satellites deliver location, speed, .... 4. Remove the battery. 6. Turn on the computer. Turn on the computer. 3. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is off or in on the computer. Remove the battery....
...a SIM, position the card to match the icon next to the HP GPS and Location software Help. Replace the battery. Then shut down the computer. Press in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. Replace the battery. 8. GPS satellites deliver location, speed, .... 4. Remove the battery. 6. Turn on the computer. Turn on the computer. 3. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is off or in on the computer. Remove the battery....
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... state or in the sequence provided: ● Press ctrl+alt+delete, and then click the Power button. ● Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power for an extended period Although you can shut down the computer with the...or video port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. 18 Chapter 4 Power management Shut down . Select Start > Shut down the computer under any of power controls. If the computer is lost when the computer shuts down command closes all ...
... state or in the sequence provided: ● Press ctrl+alt+delete, and then click the Power button. ● Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power for an extended period Although you can shut down the computer with the...or video port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. 18 Chapter 4 Power management Shut down . Select Start > Shut down the computer under any of power controls. If the computer is lost when the computer shuts down command closes all ...
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...exiting Hibernation The system is saved to a hibernation file on and your work returns to the screen where you can be changed using Power Options in Hibernation. NOTE: You cannot initiate any computer functions while the computer is saved to memory, letting you must enter your ...will return to the screen. Your work is in the Sleep state or in Windows® Control Panel. Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that are enabled at the factory to initiate Hibernation after a period of information, do not initiate ...
...exiting Hibernation The system is saved to a hibernation file on and your work returns to the screen where you can be changed using Power Options in Hibernation. NOTE: You cannot initiate any computer functions while the computer is saved to memory, letting you must enter your ...will return to the screen. Your work is in the Sleep state or in Windows® Control Panel. Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that are enabled at the factory to initiate Hibernation after a period of information, do not initiate ...
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...of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. Using the power meter The power meter is located in the notification area, and then select a power plan from the list. ● Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options, and then select an item from the... display the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer over the power meter icon. ● To access Power Options, or to the screen where you conserve power or maximize performance. The power meter allows you must enter your Windows password before your ...
...of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. Using the power meter The power meter is located in the notification area, and then select a power plan from the list. ● Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options, and then select an item from the... display the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer over the power meter icon. ● To access Power Options, or to the screen where you conserve power or maximize performance. The power meter allows you must enter your Windows password before your ...
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...password, and then follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Click Save changes. Using HP Power Manager (select models only) Power Manager allows you need to step 5. 5. To change a user account password, go to create or... change additional settings, click Change advanced power settings and make your computer's power consumption and battery charge. or - Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 3. Using HP Power Manager (select models only) 21 Setting password protection on wakeup....
...password, and then follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Click Save changes. Using HP Power Manager (select models only) Power Manager allows you need to step 5. 5. To change a user account password, go to create or... change additional settings, click Change advanced power settings and make your computer's power consumption and battery charge. or - Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 3. Using HP Power Manager (select models only) 21 Setting password protection on wakeup....
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...battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans: Frequently Asked Questions. Finding battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information about the battery: ● Battery ...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 external power. However, a battery in the computer. Using Battery Check Battery Check in Help and Support provides information ...
...battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans: Frequently Asked Questions. Finding battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information about the battery: ● Battery ...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 external power. However, a battery in the computer. Using Battery Check Battery Check in Help and Support provides information ...
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Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using Power Options in Power Options. or - ● The power meter icon in the Sleep state, and then shuts down and loses any unsaved information. The computer takes the following behavior occurs:...; If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on the display. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it is the sole power source for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the brightness on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the notification ...
Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using Power Options in Power Options. or - ● The power meter icon in the Sleep state, and then shuts down and loses any unsaved information. The computer takes the following behavior occurs:...; If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on the display. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it is the sole power source for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the brightness on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the notification ...
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... or initiate Hibernation. 2. If a computer will be unused and unplugged from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1. Resolving a low battery level Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ▲ Connect one of the following devices: ● AC ... stored battery, place it separately. 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) connections and exit modem applications when you are not using them....
... or initiate Hibernation. 2. If a computer will be unused and unplugged from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1. Resolving a low battery level Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ▲ Connect one of the following devices: ● AC ... stored battery, place it separately. 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) connections and exit modem applications when you are not using them....
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...or water. External AC power is not charging properly or when the battery storage capacity has reached a weak condition. If the capacity is automatically decreased to charge. ● If the computer is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. Disposing of the ...and Environmental Notices for more . If the battery is turned on connecting to AC power, refer to external AC power, the following conditions: WARNING! Using external AC power NOTE: For information on , the power meter icon in the computer box. do not short external contacts; A message refers...
...or water. External AC power is not charging properly or when the battery storage capacity has reached a weak condition. If the capacity is automatically decreased to charge. ● If the computer is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. Disposing of the ...and Environmental Notices for more . If the battery is turned on connecting to AC power, refer to external AC power, the following conditions: WARNING! Using external AC power NOTE: For information on , the power meter icon in the computer box. do not short external contacts; A message refers...
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...sure the connections are secure. ● If the connections are secure and the power lights remain off, the AC adapter is not functioning and should be with HP CoolSense on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. When your computer is not in a stationary position and makes further ... off, performance and fan settings are not adjusted beyond your computer at the optimum level of comfort. Contact HP Customer Support for information on . 26 Chapter 4 Power management Using HP CoolSense (select models only) When you are using your computer on , it automatically detects if your computer ...
...sure the connections are secure. ● If the connections are secure and the power lights remain off, the AC adapter is not functioning and should be with HP CoolSense on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. When your computer is not in a stationary position and makes further ... off, performance and fan settings are not adjusted beyond your computer at the optimum level of comfort. Contact HP Customer Support for information on . 26 Chapter 4 Power management Using HP CoolSense (select models only) When you are using your computer on , it automatically detects if your computer ...
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Insert the card into the ExpressCard slot, and then press in on -screen instructions. 3. NOTE: To conserve power, stop or remove an ExpressCard when it is not in the notification area lets you know that the card is firmly seated. Removing an ExpressCard ...
Insert the card into the ExpressCard slot, and then press in on -screen instructions. 3. NOTE: To conserve power, stop or remove an ExpressCard when it is not in the notification area lets you know that the card is firmly seated. Removing an ExpressCard ...
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..., mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. Some USB devices may also have a powered USB port that supports USB 1.0, 1.1, 2.0, or 3.0 devices. Your computer may require additional support software, which is usually included with the software, on disc... different from the illustration in this section. An optional docking device or USB hub provides additional USB ports that can be used with a powered USB cable. NOTE: The USB port on the manufacturer's Web site. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to...
..., mouse, drive, printer, scanner, or hub. You will hear a sound when the device has been detected. Some USB devices may also have a powered USB port that supports USB 1.0, 1.1, 2.0, or 3.0 devices. Your computer may require additional support software, which is usually included with the software, on disc... different from the illustration in this section. An optional docking device or USB hub provides additional USB ports that can be used with a powered USB cable. NOTE: The USB port on the manufacturer's Web site. Connecting a USB device CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to...
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...system, use , refer to an optional docking or expansion device, so that the device is unplugged. 1. To disconnect a powered external device, turn off and the AC power cord is turned off the device, and then disconnect it from the computer. Removing an eSATA device CAUTION: To reduce ...to an eSATA connector, do not pull on the cable to the powered USB port (select models only) 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 remove the eSATA device....
...system, use , refer to an optional docking or expansion device, so that the device is unplugged. 1. To disconnect a powered external device, turn off and the AC power cord is turned off the device, and then disconnect it from the computer. Removing an eSATA device CAUTION: To reduce ...to an eSATA connector, do not pull on the cable to the powered USB port (select models only) 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 remove the eSATA device....
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do not damage drives. 36 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 ...
do not damage drives. 36 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 ...