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...(select models only 16 Video ...16 VGA ...16 DisplayPort ...17 HDMI ...17 Configuring audio for HDMI 18 Using HP MediaSmart (select models only 19 4 Power management ...20 Shutting down the computer ...20 Setting power options ...20 Using... the remaining battery charge 24 Maximizing battery discharge time 24 Managing low battery levels 25 Identifying low battery levels 25 Resolving a low battery level 25 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ....... 25 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 25 Resolving a low battery level when ...
...(select models only 16 Video ...16 VGA ...16 DisplayPort ...17 HDMI ...17 Configuring audio for HDMI 18 Using HP MediaSmart (select models only 19 4 Power management ...20 Shutting down the computer ...20 Setting power options ...20 Using... the remaining battery charge 24 Maximizing battery discharge time 24 Managing low battery levels 25 Identifying low battery levels 25 Resolving a low battery level 25 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ....... 25 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 25 Resolving a low battery level when ...
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...information about your new computer 1 For country- It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. NOTE: Refer to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. ● Safety & Comfort Guide-Describes proper ...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 battery disposal information. This guide is located in this guide, select Start > Help and Support...
...information about your new computer 1 For country- It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. NOTE: Refer to http://www.hp.com/support, select your country or region, and follow the on-screen instructions. ● Safety & Comfort Guide-Describes proper ...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 battery disposal information. This guide is located in this guide, select Start > Help and Support...
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... the road or outside the range of Wi-Fi hotspots. Replace the battery. Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) HP Mobile Broadband enables your computer to use of a subscriber identity module (SIM). Using HP Mobile Broadband requires a network service provider, which in Hibernation, turn the...To reduce the risk of the serial number. Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) 7 For additional information, see the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/mobilebroadband (U.S. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is a mobile phone network provider. If the ...
... the road or outside the range of Wi-Fi hotspots. Replace the battery. Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) HP Mobile Broadband enables your computer to use of a subscriber identity module (SIM). Using HP Mobile Broadband requires a network service provider, which in Hibernation, turn the...To reduce the risk of the serial number. Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) 7 For additional information, see the HP Web site at http://www.hp.com/go/mobilebroadband (U.S. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is a mobile phone network provider. If the ...
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...system. 8 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) Unplug the power cord from the slot. 7. Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of the computers, the other computers may not be able to connect to...synchronizing information transfers between your computer and wireless devices including cellular phones, printers, cameras, and PDAs. Close the display. 3. Remove the battery. 6. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. If you to set up one of ...
...system. 8 Chapter 2 Networking (select models only) Unplug the power cord from the slot. 7. Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) HP does not recommend setting up a personal area network (PAN) of the computers, the other computers may not be able to connect to...synchronizing information transfers between your computer and wireless devices including cellular phones, printers, cameras, and PDAs. Close the display. 3. Remove the battery. 6. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. If you to set up one of ...
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..., you click is lost when the computer shuts 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 connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port ●... When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that affect any of the procedures are enabled at least 5...
..., you click is lost when the computer shuts 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 connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port ●... When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that affect any of the procedures are enabled at least 5...
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... Turn Off Computer > Stand By. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is saved to initiate Hibernation after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. NOTE: If you must enter your Windows password before your work is set... display. ● Press a key on external power. When Sleep is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to initiate Sleep after a ...
... Turn Off Computer > Stand By. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is saved to initiate Hibernation after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. NOTE: If you must enter your Windows password before your work is set... display. ● Press a key on external power. When Sleep is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to initiate Sleep after a ...
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... taskbar. ● Windows 7-Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. The power lights turn on battery or external power. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. Power plans can help you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining...an item from the list. Using the power meter The power meter is located in the notification area, at the far right of remaining battery charge and the current power plan (or power scheme in Windows XP) is running on and your work returns to the screen. Using ...
... taskbar. ● Windows 7-Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. The power lights turn on battery or external power. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. Power plans can help you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining...an item from the list. Using the power meter The power meter is located in the notification area, at the far right of remaining battery charge and the current power plan (or power scheme in Windows XP) is running on and your work returns to the screen. Using ...
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...password when the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation, follow the on-screen instructions. For more information, refer to Switching between graphic modes to increase battery life. 3. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Click Change Settings that are currently unavailable. 4. Click...notification area, and then click Adjust Power Properties. 2. Modify the Plugged in and Running on AC power. Setting password protection on battery power. In the left pane, click Require a password on page 28. Click Require a password (recommended). NOTE: If you do...
...password when the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation, follow the on-screen instructions. For more information, refer to Switching between graphic modes to increase battery life. 3. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Click Change Settings that are currently unavailable. 4. Click...notification area, and then click Adjust Power Properties. 2. Modify the Plugged in and Running on AC power. Setting password protection on battery power. In the left pane, click Require a password on page 28. Click Require a password (recommended). NOTE: If you do...
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... power meter icon in case of the examination. You can keep a battery in the computer or in storage, depending on how you use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is off and unplugged from...
... power meter icon in case of the examination. You can keep a battery in the computer or in storage, depending on how you use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is off and unplugged from...
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...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 on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the Sleep state, and then shuts down the computer...the power meter, refer to the Getting Started guide. - NOTE: For additional information about the battery light, refer to Using the power meter on the computer. Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using Power Options in...
...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 on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the Sleep state, and then shuts down the computer...the power meter, refer to the Getting Started guide. - NOTE: For additional information about the battery light, refer to Using the power meter on the computer. Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using Power Options in...
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... fire or burns, do not short external contacts; NOTE: A stored battery should be unused and unplugged from external power for more . Replacing the battery In Windows 7, Battery Check in fire or water. Exit Hibernation by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. Calibrate a battery before returning it in Windows Control Panel. ● Turn off wireless...
... fire or burns, do not short external contacts; NOTE: A stored battery should be unused and unplugged from external power for more . Replacing the battery In Windows 7, Battery Check in fire or water. Exit Hibernation by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. Calibrate a battery before returning it in Windows Control Panel. ● Turn off wireless...
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... the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. External AC power is supplied through an approved AC adapter or 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 ...
... the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. External AC power is supplied through an approved AC adapter or 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 ...
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... turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. To determine which graphics mode you switch from the computer. 3. When you switch between AC and battery power, you to switch. NOTE: In some instances, in the high-performance mode. Connect the AC adapter to the computer, and then plug ... be replaced. Similarly, when you can choose to continue using the same graphics mode. Shut down the computer. 2. Remove the battery from AC power to battery power, the computer can switch back to the high-performance mode. It may prompt you are in the notification area, and the...
... turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. To determine which graphics mode you switch from the computer. 3. When you switch between AC and battery power, you to switch. NOTE: In some instances, in the high-performance mode. Connect the AC adapter to the computer, and then plug ... be replaced. Similarly, when you can choose to continue using the same graphics mode. Shut down the computer. 2. Remove the battery from AC power to battery power, the computer can switch back to the high-performance mode. It may prompt you are in the notification area, and the...
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...Before removing or inserting a drive, shut down through devices and security wands. The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is the only source of magnetism and do not drop a drive or place items on the hard drive so that the system can run Disk...drives Drives are fragile computer components that must be handled with , shipping, or storing a drive. ● If a drive must be sure that the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to media. ● Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity extremes. ● Avoid exposing a drive to the following ...
...Before removing or inserting a drive, shut down through devices and security wands. The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is the only source of magnetism and do not drop a drive or place items on the hard drive so that the system can run Disk...drives Drives are fragile computer components that must be handled with , shipping, or storing a drive. ● If a drive must be sure that the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to media. ● Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity extremes. ● Avoid exposing a drive to the following ...
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...You move the computer with the display closed while the computer is unnecessary. Depending on battery power. Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection in the secondary hard drive bay are not covered by HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. NOTE: Hard drives in the primary hard drive bay or ...searches the hard drive for tasks such as (C:), and then click Defragment. NOTE: Because solid-state drives (SSD) lack moving parts, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection is running utilities, or changing Windows settings. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. For additional information, access the Disk ...
...You move the computer with the display closed while the computer is unnecessary. Depending on battery power. Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection in the secondary hard drive bay are not covered by HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. NOTE: Hard drives in the primary hard drive bay or ...searches the hard drive for tasks such as (C:), and then click Defragment. NOTE: Because solid-state drives (SSD) lack moving parts, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection is running utilities, or changing Windows settings. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. For additional information, access the Disk ...
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... superimposed over the hard drive icon. ● If the drives are parked, a yellow moon is running on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection allows the computer to -date status for non-Administrator users can be changed by members of... an Administrator group. Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software The HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software can be ...
... superimposed over the hard drive icon. ● If the drives are parked, a yellow moon is running on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection allows the computer to -date status for non-Administrator users can be changed by members of... an Administrator group. Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software The HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software can be ...
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...the system information is displayed. 3. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is later than those currently installed on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Windows XP-Select Start ...software and drivers update. 2. Updating the BIOS 57 BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be available on battery power, docked in Windows) or by using the AC adapter. You may be displayed by unplugging the power cord from the computer by ...
...the system information is displayed. 3. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is later than those currently installed on the HP Web site are packaged in compressed files called SoftPaqs. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Windows XP-Select Start ...software and drivers update. 2. Updating the BIOS 57 BIOS version information (also known as ROM date and System BIOS) can be available on battery power, docked in Windows) or by using the AC adapter. You may be displayed by unplugging the power cord from the computer by ...
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...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 an 802.11b/g device, a Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) device, or a General Packet Radio...bags. WARNING! Voltage, frequency, and plug configurations vary. Keep the backup separate from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it before shipping, storing, or traveling with a voltage converter kit sold for each location in some environments. Security devices with ...
...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 an 802.11b/g device, a Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) device, or a General Packet Radio...bags. WARNING! Voltage, frequency, and plug configurations vary. Keep the backup separate from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it before shipping, storing, or traveling with a voltage converter kit sold for each location in some environments. Security devices with ...
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... to a wired network 9 connecting to an existing wireless network 5 Connection Manager 4 connector, docking 40 conservation, power 26 creating a wireless connection 2 critical battery level 21, 25 critical security updates, installing 52 D default settings, restoring 56 digital card inserting 29 removing 29 supported formats 29 Disk Cleanup software 42...restoring 56 finding more information 1 fingerprint reader locating 53 using 53 firewall software 6, 52 G GPS 9 graphics modes, switching 28 H hard drive external 39 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 42 HDMI configuring audio 18 62 Index
... to a wired network 9 connecting to an existing wireless network 5 Connection Manager 4 connector, docking 40 conservation, power 26 creating a wireless connection 2 critical battery level 21, 25 critical security updates, installing 52 D default settings, restoring 56 digital card inserting 29 removing 29 supported formats 29 Disk Cleanup software 42...restoring 56 finding more information 1 fingerprint reader locating 53 using 53 firewall software 6, 52 G GPS 9 graphics modes, switching 28 H hard drive external 39 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 42 HDMI configuring audio 18 62 Index
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HDMI port, connecting 17 Hibernation exiting 21 initiated during critical battery level 25 initiating 21 high-definition devices, connecting 17 HP Connection Manager 4 HP MediaSmart 19 HP Mobile Broadband Module 7 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 42 HP SkyRoom 16 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 12 HP Wireless Assistant 4 hubs 35 I icons network 2 wireless 2 installing critical security updates 52 optional...
HDMI port, connecting 17 Hibernation exiting 21 initiated during critical battery level 25 initiating 21 high-definition devices, connecting 17 HP Connection Manager 4 HP MediaSmart 19 HP Mobile Broadband Module 7 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 42 HP SkyRoom 16 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 12 HP Wireless Assistant 4 hubs 35 I icons network 2 wireless 2 installing critical security updates 52 optional...