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... when no power source is available 45 Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation ....... 45 Storing a user-replaceable battery 45 Disposing of a user-replaceable battery 45 Replacing a user-replaceable battery 46 Running on external AC power ...46 Troubleshooting power problems 46 HP CoolSense (select models only 47 Refreshing your software content with...
... when no power source is available 45 Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation ....... 45 Storing a user-replaceable battery 45 Disposing of a user-replaceable battery 45 Replacing a user-replaceable battery 46 Running on external AC power ...46 Troubleshooting power problems 46 HP CoolSense (select models only 47 Refreshing your software content with...
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.... Safety & Comfort Guide ● To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. ● Important regulatory notices, including proper battery disposal information. Worldwide support To get support in the box. IMPORTANT: Do NOT return your product located...
.... Safety & Comfort Guide ● To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. ● Important regulatory notices, including proper battery disposal information. Worldwide support To get support in the box. IMPORTANT: Do NOT return your product located...
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.... Right side Component (1) Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in (microphone). To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. Connects an AC adapter. 4 Chapter 2 Getting to the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental..., see Using a USB device on the network. ● White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charged. ● Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging. ● Off: The computer is occurring on page 49 Connects a network cable. For additional ...
.... Right side Component (1) Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in (microphone). To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. Connects an AC adapter. 4 Chapter 2 Getting to the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental..., see Using a USB device on the network. ● White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charged. ● Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging. ● Off: The computer is occurring on page 49 Connects a network cable. For additional ...
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Bottom Component (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Service door Battery bay Vents (3) Battery cover release latch HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Speakers (2) Description Provides access to restore computer functionality, and then contact support through Help and Support. If you replace the ..., remove the module to the hard drive bay, the wireless LAN (WLAN) module slot, and the memory module slots. Holds the battery. Bottom 13 Releases the battery cover over the battery bay. Produce sound. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. It is normal for use in the...
Bottom Component (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Service door Battery bay Vents (3) Battery cover release latch HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Speakers (2) Description Provides access to restore computer functionality, and then contact support through Help and Support. If you replace the ..., remove the module to the hard drive bay, the wireless LAN (WLAN) module slot, and the memory module slots. Holds the battery. Bottom 13 Releases the battery cover over the battery bay. Produce sound. From the Start screen, type h, and then select Help and Support. It is normal for use in the...
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... slightly different from the illustration in which the devices have been approved for use. The regulatory label is located in the battery bay. 14 Chapter 2 Getting to the computer provide information you may need this information available when you troubleshoot system problems or... travel internationally with your computer The labels are located in the battery bay. ● Regulatory label-Provides regulatory information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of the countries ...
... slightly different from the illustration in which the devices have been approved for use. The regulatory label is located in the battery bay. 14 Chapter 2 Getting to the computer provide information you may need this information available when you troubleshoot system problems or... travel internationally with your computer The labels are located in the battery bay. ● Regulatory label-Provides regulatory information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of the countries ...
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... the fn key in this feature in Setup Utility. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to the system. NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn off or on the country or region, your computer. You can also alternate images among other devices that key. This action key can...
... the fn key in this feature in Setup Utility. Help and Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to the system. NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn off or on the country or region, your computer. You can also alternate images among other devices that key. This action key can...
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...manually, you can balance computer performance with power conservation. To exit from inactivity. See Enabling and exiting user-initiated hibernation on either battery power or external power. Your work very quickly. Intel Rapid Start Technology (select models only) For select models, the Intel Rapid... Start Technology (RST) feature is automatically initiated if the battery reaches a critical level. After Hibernation is initiated, press the power button to resume your work . In the Hibernation state, your ...
...manually, you can balance computer performance with power conservation. To exit from inactivity. See Enabling and exiting user-initiated hibernation on either battery power or external power. Your work very quickly. Intel Rapid Start Technology (select models only) For select models, the Intel Rapid... Start Technology (RST) feature is automatically initiated if the battery reaches a critical level. After Hibernation is initiated, press the power button to resume your work . In the Hibernation state, your ...
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... to prompt for a password when the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation, follow the onscreen instructions. If the computer has a charged battery installed and the AC adapter is not plugged into external power, the computer runs on wakeup To set the computer to the computer...running on the Windows desktop, point over the power meter icon. ● To use only the user-replaceable battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the list. From the Start screen, type power, select Settings, and then select Power Options....
... to prompt for a password when the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation, follow the onscreen instructions. If the computer has a charged battery installed and the AC adapter is not plugged into external power, the computer runs on wakeup To set the computer to the computer...running on the Windows desktop, point over the power meter icon. ● To use only the user-replaceable battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the list. From the Start screen, type power, select Settings, and then select Power Options....
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... or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. 1. NOTE: The battery release latch automatically returns to release the battery. HP Support Assistant provides the following tools and information about the battery: ● Battery test ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity Conserving battery power Tips for the computer reaches a low or critical...
... or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. 1. NOTE: The battery release latch automatically returns to release the battery. HP Support Assistant provides the following tools and information about the battery: ● Battery test ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity Conserving battery power Tips for the computer reaches a low or critical...
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... Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in fire or water. To access this guide, from HP. NOTE: For additional information about the power meter..., see Using the power meter and power settings on the Windows desktop shows a low or critical battery notification. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the...
... Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in fire or water. To access this guide, from HP. NOTE: For additional information about the power meter..., see Using the power meter and power settings on the Windows desktop shows a low or critical battery notification. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the...
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...the computer exhibits any of the following conditions: WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use battery power when the computer is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. If the battery is connected to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● ...The display does not turn on the Windows desktop changes appearance. Connect the computer to the HP website for more information about ordering a replacement battery. When you to external AC power under any of the following symptoms when it is not charging properly or ...
...the computer exhibits any of the following conditions: WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use battery power when the computer is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. If the battery is connected to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● ...The display does not turn on the Windows desktop changes appearance. Connect the computer to the HP website for more information about ordering a replacement battery. When you to external AC power under any of the following symptoms when it is not charging properly or ...
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... is not functioning and should be higher than it into an AC outlet. 4. To test the AC adapter: 1. HP CoolSense (select models only) HP CoolSense automatically detects when the computer is not in the Sleep state, Intel® Smart Connect Technology periodically causes the ...updates the content for information on . The Shut down the computer. As a result, your software content with HP CoolSense on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. Remove the battery from the computer. 3. Shut down . Contact support for certain open programs, including the operating system, and ...
... is not functioning and should be higher than it into an AC outlet. 4. To test the AC adapter: 1. HP CoolSense (select models only) HP CoolSense automatically detects when the computer is not in the Sleep state, Intel® Smart Connect Technology periodically causes the ...updates the content for information on . The Shut down the computer. As a result, your software content with HP CoolSense on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. Remove the battery from the computer. 3. Shut down . Contact support for certain open programs, including the operating system, and ...
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...programs. 2. If the computer 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 unable to a USB or video port ● When the computer will be ...disconnected from external power for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power. ● On models with a user-replaceable battery, remove the battery. 48 Chapter 6 Managing power NOTE: If the computer is in the Sleep state or in the sequence provided: ● Press ctrl+alt+...
...programs. 2. If the computer 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 unable to a USB or video port ● When the computer will be ...disconnected from external power for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power. ● On models with a user-replaceable battery, remove the battery. 48 Chapter 6 Managing power NOTE: If the computer is in the Sleep state or in the sequence provided: ● Press ctrl+alt+...
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...Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on baggage use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay. ● When the battery is the only source of power, be sure that is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to vibration. ●...components that check carry-on , and then shut it to a disc. See Handling drives on the keyboard or move a computer that the battery is sufficiently charged before removing the drive from the drive bay, or traveling with magnetic fields include airport walk-through devices and security wands. ...
...Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on baggage use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay. ● When the battery is the only source of power, be sure that is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to vibration. ●...components that check carry-on , and then shut it to a disc. See Handling drives on the keyboard or move a computer that the battery is sufficiently charged before removing the drive from the drive bay, or traveling with magnetic fields include airport walk-through devices and security wands. ...
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Save your work and shut down on a flat surface. 5. Unplug the power cord from the computer (see Removing a user-replaceable battery on , and then shut it (3). Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 4. Remove the hard drive: 1. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Loosen the service door screw (1), lift the service...
Save your work and shut down on a flat surface. 5. Unplug the power cord from the computer (see Removing a user-replaceable battery on , and then shut it (3). Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 4. Remove the hard drive: 1. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Loosen the service door screw (1), lift the service...
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A fragmented drive means data on your drive is running on battery power. Connect the computer to normal operation. Follow the on -screen instructions. For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. Follow the on -screen ... hour to complete. Using Disk Defragmenter As you use your computer over time, the files on the size of your hard drive at any time. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive and the number of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may set Disk Defragmenter to run on a monthly schedule, but you can...
A fragmented drive means data on your drive is running on battery power. Connect the computer to normal operation. Follow the on -screen instructions. For additional information, access the Disk Defragmenter software Help. Follow the on -screen ... hour to complete. Using Disk Defragmenter As you use your computer over time, the files on the size of your hard drive at any time. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive and the number of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may set Disk Defragmenter to run on a monthly schedule, but you can...
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...memory module slots. If you work , your computer. Save your physical work and the memory is off or in Hibernation. Disconnect all batteries before adding or replacing memory modules. Remove the service door from the AC outlet. 4. The memory capacity of the computer can be ...unresponsive system: Shut down . WARNING! Turn the computer upside down the computer through the operating system. 1. Remove the battery from the computer (see Removing a user-replaceable battery on a flat surface. 5. The hard drive is the filing cabinet where you are not sure whether the computer is...
...memory module slots. If you work , your computer. Save your physical work and the memory is off or in Hibernation. Disconnect all batteries before adding or replacing memory modules. Remove the service door from the AC outlet. 4. The memory capacity of the computer can be ...unresponsive system: Shut down . WARNING! Turn the computer upside down the computer through the operating system. 1. Remove the battery from the computer (see Removing a user-replaceable battery on a flat surface. 5. The hard drive is the filing cabinet where you are not sure whether the computer is...
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... register to run the latest technology available. 9. If you update your programs and drivers on the computer. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you don't clean your equipment. CAUTION: Avoid using the following cleaning products to your computer and external devices helps keep ... working condition. Technology is always changing, and updating programs and drivers allows your computer Replace the battery. 11. Turn the computer right-side up . Go to http://www.hp.com/support to download the latest versions of the computer. 58 Chapter 8 Maintaining your computer to...
... register to run the latest technology available. 9. If you update your programs and drivers on the computer. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you don't clean your equipment. CAUTION: Avoid using the following cleaning products to your computer and external devices helps keep ... working condition. Technology is always changing, and updating programs and drivers allows your computer Replace the battery. 11. Turn the computer right-side up . Go to http://www.hp.com/support to download the latest versions of the computer. 58 Chapter 8 Maintaining your computer to...
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...BIOS version currently installed on your hard drive where the BIOS update is more recent than your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for HP updates now. 3. Follow the on the screen reports a successful installation, you can delete the downloaded file from the AC outlet. If no ... for example, filename.exe). NOTE: If you recorded earlier, open the folder on your BIOS, make a note of the path to the location on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. From the Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. ...
...BIOS version currently installed on your hard drive where the BIOS update is more recent than your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for HP updates now. 3. Follow the on the screen reports a successful installation, you can delete the downloaded file from the AC outlet. If no ... for example, filename.exe). NOTE: If you recorded earlier, open the folder on your BIOS, make a note of the path to the location on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. From the Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. ...
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... storing 45 battery cover release latch 13 battery cover, identifying 13 battery information, finding 44 battery power 43 battery temperature 45 Beats Audio 23, 40 hot key 23 Beats Audio Control Panel 23 BIOS determining version 66 downloading an update 67 updating 66 Bluetooth device 15 label 14 Bluetooth device 18 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager...
... storing 45 battery cover release latch 13 battery cover, identifying 13 battery information, finding 44 battery power 43 battery temperature 45 Beats Audio 23, 40 hot key 23 Beats Audio Control Panel 23 BIOS determining version 66 downloading an update 67 updating 66 Bluetooth device 15 label 14 Bluetooth device 18 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager...