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Component Component 1 AC adapter 3 Battery* 2 Computer 4 Power cord* *Batteries and power cords vary in this guide may vary by country or region. Getting Started 1 Basic Setup 1 Unpack the box ✎ Computer color, features, and options may look slightly different from your computer. The illustrations in appearance by computer model.
Component Component 1 AC adapter 3 Battery* 2 Computer 4 Power cord* *Batteries and power cords vary in this guide may vary by country or region. Getting Started 1 Basic Setup 1 Unpack the box ✎ Computer color, features, and options may look slightly different from your computer. The illustrations in appearance by computer model.
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... easily accessible at all times. ■ Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer). ■ If provided with the computer, or a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by HP. 3 Connect the computer to external power Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of ...electric shock or damage to your power cord, plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3-pin outlet. Basic ...
... easily accessible at all times. ■ Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer). ■ If provided with the computer, or a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by HP. 3 Connect the computer to external power Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of ...electric shock or damage to your power cord, plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3-pin outlet. Basic ...
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Getting Started 3 Basic Setup Leave the computer connected to external power until the new battery has been fully charged. The battery light (on the left-side of the computer) remains on when the battery is charging. 4 Open the computer 5 Turn on the computer ✎ If the computer will not be accurate until the battery light turns off. ✎ A partially charged new battery can run the computer after software setup is complete, but battery charge displays will not start up, be sure that the power cord and AC adapter connections are secure.
Getting Started 3 Basic Setup Leave the computer connected to external power until the new battery has been fully charged. The battery light (on the left-side of the computer) remains on when the battery is charging. 4 Open the computer 5 Turn on the computer ✎ If the computer will not be accurate until the battery light turns off. ✎ A partially charged new battery can run the computer after software setup is complete, but battery charge displays will not start up, be sure that the power cord and AC adapter connections are secure.
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The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by HP for IT power systems in this computer. Input power Operating voltage, current, and power Rating 18.5 V dc @ 3.5 A - 65W 19 V dc @ 4.74 A - 90W ✎ This product is designed for use with this section may... the computer. Although the computer can be powered from a standalone DC power source, it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by an AC or a DC power source. Product Information and Troubleshooting Input power The power information in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage...
The computer operates on DC power, which can be supplied by HP for IT power systems in this computer. Input power Operating voltage, current, and power Rating 18.5 V dc @ 3.5 A - 65W 19 V dc @ 4.74 A - 90W ✎ This product is designed for use with this section may... the computer. Although the computer can be powered from a standalone DC power source, it should be powered only with an AC adapter or a DC power source supplied and approved by an AC or a DC power source. Product Information and Troubleshooting Input power The power information in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage...
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... Dirt and grease on the screen. Routine care Cleaning the display Ä CAUTION: To prevent permanent damage to power the computer with a damp cloth, and wash your itinerary. ❏ Check the power cord and adapter requirements for each location in this , clean the TouchPad with a voltage converter kit sold for each country on...
... Dirt and grease on the screen. Routine care Cleaning the display Ä CAUTION: To prevent permanent damage to power the computer with a damp cloth, and wash your itinerary. ❏ Check the power cord and adapter requirements for each location in this , clean the TouchPad with a voltage converter kit sold for each country on...
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...commands, try the following suggestions may not be sure that the power cord and AC adapter connections are secure. Be sure that the outlet is providing adequate power. ✎ Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer or one approved by HP for this procedure, refer to the next section, "The computer... is on but the computer is on and the power light is lit, the computer may help you...
...commands, try the following suggestions may not be sure that the power cord and AC adapter connections are secure. Be sure that the outlet is providing adequate power. ✎ Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer or one approved by HP for this procedure, refer to the next section, "The computer... is on but the computer is on and the power light is lit, the computer may help you...
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...as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during routine operation. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the operating system. ■ Be sure that the correct drivers are installed and updated. If the light is amber, press the ...manufacturer's instructions. ■ Be sure that all vents free from obstructions. ■ Be sure that the cable or DSL modem and its power cord are properly connected and that the lights are on a hard, flat surface. Product Information and Troubleshooting The computer is unusually warm It is...
...as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during routine operation. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the operating system. ■ Be sure that the correct drivers are installed and updated. If the light is amber, press the ...manufacturer's instructions. ■ Be sure that all vents free from obstructions. ■ Be sure that the cable or DSL modem and its power cord are properly connected and that the lights are on a hard, flat surface. Product Information and Troubleshooting The computer is unusually warm It is...
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Product Information and Troubleshooting ■ Be sure that the wireless router or access point is properly connected to its power adapter and the cable or DSL modem, and that the lights are on. ■ Disconnect and then reconnect all cables, and turn the power off and then back on. ✎ For more information on wireless technology, refer to the relevant help topics and Web site links in Help and Support. ✎ For information on activating mobile broadband service, refer to the mobile network operator information included with your computer. 14 Getting Started
Product Information and Troubleshooting ■ Be sure that the wireless router or access point is properly connected to its power adapter and the cable or DSL modem, and that the lights are on. ■ Disconnect and then reconnect all cables, and turn the power off and then back on. ✎ For more information on wireless technology, refer to the relevant help topics and Web site links in Help and Support. ✎ For information on activating mobile broadband service, refer to the mobile network operator information included with your computer. 14 Getting Started
Compaq 325 and 326 Notebook PCs HP 425 and 625 Notebook PCs - Maintenance and Service Guide
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...External media cards Ports Description Compaq 325 model, UMA graphics, RS880M chipset Compaq 326 model, Discrete graphics, RS880MD chipset HP 425/625 models, UMA graphics, RS880M chipset 10/100 Ethernet network interface card √ √ √ (NIC)... 2.0 (3) √ √ √ HP non-Smart adapter √ √ √ VGA (Dsub 15-pin) supporting 1600 × 1200 √ √ √ external resolution at 75-GHz (hot plug/ unplug with auto-detect) Power adapter jack (2-pin non-smart √ √ √ adapter) HDMI √ √ √ 4...
...External media cards Ports Description Compaq 325 model, UMA graphics, RS880M chipset Compaq 326 model, Discrete graphics, RS880MD chipset HP 425/625 models, UMA graphics, RS880M chipset 10/100 Ethernet network interface card √ √ √ (NIC)... 2.0 (3) √ √ √ HP non-Smart adapter √ √ √ VGA (Dsub 15-pin) supporting 1600 × 1200 √ √ √ external resolution at 75-GHz (hot plug/ unplug with auto-detect) Power adapter jack (2-pin non-smart √ √ √ adapter) HDMI √ √ √ 4...
Compaq 325 and 326 Notebook PCs HP 425 and 625 Notebook PCs - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... √ Ready - Category Keyboard/pointing devices Power requirements Security Operating system Description 39.6-cm (15.6-in) keyboard with TouchPad Compaq 325 model, UMA graphics, RS880M chipset √ Compaq 326 model, Discrete graphics, RS880MD chipset HP 425/625 models, UMA graphics, RS880M chipset √...Supports 2-way scroll with legend and √ √ √ gestures (taps enabled as default) 65-W non-Smart AC adapter √ √ 90-W non-Smart AC adapter √ 6-cell, 47-Wh Li-ion battery √ √ √ 9-cell, 93-Wh Li-ion battery √...
... √ Ready - Category Keyboard/pointing devices Power requirements Security Operating system Description 39.6-cm (15.6-in) keyboard with TouchPad Compaq 325 model, UMA graphics, RS880M chipset √ Compaq 326 model, Discrete graphics, RS880MD chipset HP 425/625 models, UMA graphics, RS880M chipset √...Supports 2-way scroll with legend and √ √ √ gestures (taps enabled as default) 65-W non-Smart AC adapter √ √ 90-W non-Smart AC adapter √ 6-cell, 47-Wh Li-ion battery √ √ √ 9-cell, 93-Wh Li-ion battery √...
Compaq 325 and 326 Notebook PCs HP 425 and 625 Notebook PCs - Maintenance and Service Guide
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Enables airflow to cycle on and off during routine operation. Connects an AC adapter. Connects an optional HDMI device. It is plugged into an external power source the light stays off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged. When the battery ... Supports optional ExpressCards. Connects optional USB devices. 16 Chapter 2 External component identification NOTE: The security cable is not plugged into an external power source, the light turns off until the battery reaches a low battery level. Connects a network cable. Attaches an optional security cable to ...
Enables airflow to cycle on and off during routine operation. Connects an AC adapter. Connects an optional HDMI device. It is plugged into an external power source the light stays off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged. When the battery ... Supports optional ExpressCards. Connects optional USB devices. 16 Chapter 2 External component identification NOTE: The security cable is not plugged into an external power source, the light turns off until the battery reaches a low battery level. Connects a network cable. Attaches an optional security cable to ...
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Additional hardware components 21 Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by country or region.
Additional hardware components 21 Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by country or region.
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... longer if a battery is new, has been unused for 2 weeks or more, or is plugged into external power through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device. Using battery power 67 The battery charges whenever the computer is much warmer or cooler than room temperature. Slide the...
... longer if a battery is new, has been unused for 2 weeks or more, or is plugged into external power through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device. Using battery power 67 The battery charges whenever the computer is much warmer or cooler than room temperature. Slide the...
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... the discharged battery, and then insert a charged battery. 3. Turn on the computer. or - Exit Hibernation by briefly pressing the power button. Step 1: Fully charge the battery WARNING! Turn off . NOTE: The battery charges whether the computer is off or in ... or initiate Hibernation. 2. Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or optional docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1. Resolving a low battery level when external...
... the discharged battery, and then insert a charged battery. 3. Turn on the computer. or - Exit Hibernation by briefly pressing the power button. Step 1: Fully charge the battery WARNING! Turn off . NOTE: The battery charges whether the computer is off or in ... or initiate Hibernation. 2. Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or optional docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1. Resolving a low battery level when external...
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...information before beginning the discharge procedure. ● If you are using the computer, but the battery will not occur. 70 Chapter 5 Power management Click Save changes. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off automatically. ◦ Hard drive speed will...under Hibernate after the calibration. 4. Change the On battery setting to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into external power. The battery can reset them after so that you can discharge whether or ...
...information before beginning the discharge procedure. ● If you are using the computer, but the battery will not occur. 70 Chapter 5 Power management Click Save changes. The battery light on the computer turns on the computer turns off automatically. ◦ Hard drive speed will...under Hibernate after the calibration. 4. Change the On battery setting to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into external power. The battery can reset them after so that you can discharge whether or ...
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...is connected to the AC adapter and external power. ● The power light is possible. 1. Click Start. 3. To test the AC adapter: 1. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Remove the battery from external power for information on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. Contact technical support for an...the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you can shut down the computer with the power button, the recommended procedure is connected to the AC adapter. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following conditions: ● When you ...
...is connected to the AC adapter and external power. ● The power light is possible. 1. Click Start. 3. To test the AC adapter: 1. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Remove the battery from external power for information on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. Contact technical support for an...the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you can shut down the computer with the power button, the recommended procedure is connected to the AC adapter. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following conditions: ● When you ...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows Vista
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...the battery meter in Windows Control Panel. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device. NOTE: If the computer is new, has been unused for maximizing... you are charging a new battery, charge it fully before charging it charges faster when the computer is off . Using battery power 65 Maximum discharge time gradually shortens as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Preferences set at the factory. The battery light displays...
...the battery meter in Windows Control Panel. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device. NOTE: If the computer is new, has been unused for maximizing... you are charging a new battery, charge it fully before charging it charges faster when the computer is off . Using battery power 65 Maximum discharge time gradually shortens as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Preferences set at the factory. The battery light displays...
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...state, and then shuts down the computer. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to blink. Turn on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. ...these steps: 1. If a low battery level is on the computer. The computer takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available ▲ Initiate Hibernation. -
...state, and then shuts down the computer. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to blink. Turn on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. ...these steps: 1. If a low battery level is on the computer. The computer takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available ▲ Initiate Hibernation. -
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... Save changes. Click OK. 10. Using battery power 67 To fully charge the battery: 1. It is fully charged. Change the On battery setting to calibrate a new battery. Connect the computer to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional docking device, ...and then plug the adapter or device into external power until the battery is also not necessary to Never. 9. Step 1: Fully ...
... Save changes. Click OK. 10. Using battery power 67 To fully charge the battery: 1. It is fully charged. Change the On battery setting to calibrate a new battery. Connect the computer to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional docking device, ...and then plug the adapter or device into external power until the battery is also not necessary to Never. 9. Step 1: Fully ...
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.... ● If the power light turns on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter by selecting Start > Help and Support > Contact support. To test the AC adapter: 1. Remove the battery from external power for information on , the AC adapter is functioning properly. ● If the power light remains off the display...when the computer is connected to the AC adapter. ● The power light is off when the computer is connected to the AC adapter. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following ...
.... ● If the power light turns on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter by selecting Start > Help and Support > Contact support. To test the AC adapter: 1. Remove the battery from external power for information on , the AC adapter is functioning properly. ● If the power light remains off the display...when the computer is connected to the AC adapter. ● The power light is off when the computer is connected to the AC adapter. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following ...