Resolving Start Up and No Boot Problems Checklist
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HP Notebook PCs - Symptom: LEDs blink or computer beeps but computer fails to startup or boot, and...and remove all other methods fail, use this checklist as a guide when trying to the notebook. Connect a different AC power adapter and remove battery. Reconnect the AC power adapter (do hard reset If memory or hard drive components were ... USB devices and media cards. 2. Disconnect the AC power adapter, remove the battery, and then press and hold the power button for at the notebook, contact HP for technical assistance Symptom: LEDs glow, but does not start Count number of ...
HP Notebook PCs - Symptom: LEDs blink or computer beeps but computer fails to startup or boot, and...and remove all other methods fail, use this checklist as a guide when trying to the notebook. Connect a different AC power adapter and remove battery. Reconnect the AC power adapter (do hard reset If memory or hard drive components were ... USB devices and media cards. 2. Disconnect the AC power adapter, remove the battery, and then press and hold the power button for at the notebook, contact HP for technical assistance Symptom: LEDs glow, but does not start Count number of ...
Limited warranty and technical support (1 Year)
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... OF WARRANTY SERVICE YOU RECEIVE MAY VARY ACCORDING TO LOCAL STANDARDS. Product Limited Warranty Periods Hardware Covered HP computer Included HP accessories and batteries Duration of Warranty Period 1 year 1 year Third-party accessories Not warranted by HP. SOME STATES OR COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW A LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE...
... OF WARRANTY SERVICE YOU RECEIVE MAY VARY ACCORDING TO LOCAL STANDARDS. Product Limited Warranty Periods Hardware Covered HP computer Included HP accessories and batteries Duration of Warranty Period 1 year 1 year Third-party accessories Not warranted by HP. SOME STATES OR COUNTRIES DO NOT ALLOW A LIMITATION ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS OR THE...
Limited warranty and technical support (1 Year)
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... OPERATE IN A COUNTRY FOR WHICH IT WAS NEVER INTENDED TO FUNCTION FOR LEGAL OR REGULATORY REASONS. You are free from HP. Rechargeable batteries are your proof of the product that the HP Product and all the internal components of the purchase or lease date. All component parts or hardware products removed under normal...
... OPERATE IN A COUNTRY FOR WHICH IT WAS NEVER INTENDED TO FUNCTION FOR LEGAL OR REGULATORY REASONS. You are free from HP. Rechargeable batteries are your proof of the product that the HP Product and all the internal components of the purchase or lease date. All component parts or hardware products removed under normal...
Limited warranty and technical support (1 Year)
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... vary depending on product configuration and usage, including but not limited to expendable parts. Battery life is made in writing and signed by an authorized representative of HP. HP IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE RESTORATION OR REINSTALLATION OF ANY PROGRAMS OR DATA OTHER THAN ... damaged or rendered defective (a) as a result of your own installation of the HP Product. Your battery is not responsible for your battery has had a warranted failure, you have been made in HP sales literature or advice given to any prior agreements or representations-including representations made...
... vary depending on product configuration and usage, including but not limited to expendable parts. Battery life is made in writing and signed by an authorized representative of HP. HP IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR THE RESTORATION OR REINSTALLATION OF ANY PROGRAMS OR DATA OTHER THAN ... damaged or rendered defective (a) as a result of your own installation of the HP Product. Your battery is not responsible for your battery has had a warranted failure, you have been made in HP sales literature or advice given to any prior agreements or representations-including representations made...
HP ENVY 15 User Guide - Windows 7
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... management Setting power devices ...41 Using power-saving states 41 Initiating and exiting Sleep 41 Initiating and exiting Hibernation 42 Conserving power ...42 Using the battery meter ...42 Using power plans ...43 Viewing the current power plan 43 Selecting a different power plan 43 Customizing power plans 43 Setting password protection on...
... management Setting power devices ...41 Using power-saving states 41 Initiating and exiting Sleep 41 Initiating and exiting Hibernation 42 Conserving power ...42 Using the battery meter ...42 Using power plans ...43 Viewing the current power plan 43 Selecting a different power plan 43 Customizing power plans 43 Setting password protection on...
HP ENVY 15 User Guide - Windows 7
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... to cool internal components. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. Component (1) Battery light (2) Power connector (3) Vent Description ● Off: The computer is running on and off during routine operation. Connect ... normal for the internal fan to external power and the battery is connected to cycle on battery power. ● Blinking amber: The battery has reached a low battery level, a critical battery level, or there is a battery error. ● Amber: A battery is charging. ● White: The computer is fully charged...
... to cool internal components. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation. Component (1) Battery light (2) Power connector (3) Vent Description ● Off: The computer is running on and off during routine operation. Connect ... normal for the internal fan to external power and the battery is connected to cycle on battery power. ● Blinking amber: The battery has reached a low battery level, a critical battery level, or there is a battery error. ● Amber: A battery is charging. ● White: The computer is fully charged...
HP ENVY 15 User Guide - Windows 7
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... normal for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Releases the primary battery from the battery bay. 8 Chapter 1 Notebook tour Holds the memory modules. NOTE: The primary battery is being accessed. ● Amber (select models only): HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has temporarily parked the hard drive. NOTE: The computer fan starts...
... normal for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Releases the primary battery from the battery bay. 8 Chapter 1 Notebook tour Holds the memory modules. NOTE: The primary battery is being accessed. ● Amber (select models only): HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has temporarily parked the hard drive. NOTE: The computer fan starts...
HP ENVY 15 User Guide - Windows 7
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...This is the product name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (4). Have this information available when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with your notebook. ◦ Model description (3). Wireless certification labels are included with the computer. ... identifier that is unique to the computer provide information you use . This certificate is located inside the battery bay. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (1). An optional device may need the Product Key to determine what components and parts are needed...
...This is the product name affixed to locate documents, drivers, and support for your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (4). Have this information available when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with your notebook. ◦ Model description (3). Wireless certification labels are included with the computer. ... identifier that is unique to the computer provide information you use . This certificate is located inside the battery bay. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (1). An optional device may need the Product Key to determine what components and parts are needed...
HP ENVY 15 User Guide - Windows 7
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... Sleep after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on the keyboard. ● Activate the TouchPad. NOTE: You cannot initiate any of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is set at the factory: Sleep and... computer is initiated, the power light blinks and the screen clears. When Sleep is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Windows® Control Panel.
... Sleep after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on the keyboard. ● Activate the TouchPad. NOTE: You cannot initiate any of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is set at the factory: Sleep and... computer is initiated, the power light blinks and the screen clears. When Sleep is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Windows® Control Panel.
HP ENVY 15 User Guide - Windows 7
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... using . ● Use the screen brightness keys to adjust screen brightness as needed. ● If you to quickly access power settings, view remaining battery charge, and select a different power plan. ● To display the percentage of the taskbar. When the computer exits Sleep, the power light turns ...using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. To initiate Hibernation: ▲ Click Start, click the arrow next to change the power plan, click the battery meter icon and select an item from the list. 42 Chapter 6 Power management NOTE: If you are not using them. ● Stop, disable,...
... using . ● Use the screen brightness keys to adjust screen brightness as needed. ● If you to quickly access power settings, view remaining battery charge, and select a different power plan. ● To display the percentage of the taskbar. When the computer exits Sleep, the power light turns ...using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. To initiate Hibernation: ▲ Click Start, click the arrow next to change the power plan, click the battery meter icon and select an item from the list. 42 Chapter 6 Power management NOTE: If you are not using them. ● Stop, disable,...
HP ENVY 15 User Guide - Windows 7
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... power or maximize performance. or - Setting power devices 43 The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low battery level, critical battery level, or reserve battery level. Under Behaviors, select Show icon and notifications for the Power icon. 4. Select Start > Control ... Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. To change power plan settings or create your changes. Different battery meter icons indicate whether the computer is a collection of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. Click OK. Selecting a...
... power or maximize performance. or - Setting power devices 43 The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low battery level, critical battery level, or reserve battery level. Under Behaviors, select Show icon and notifications for the Power icon. 4. Select Start > Control ... Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. To change power plan settings or create your changes. Different battery meter icons indicate whether the computer is a collection of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. Click OK. Selecting a...
HP ENVY 15 User Guide - Windows 7
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...display brightness is automatically decreased to save battery life. Connecting AC power WARNING! Using external AC power 45 Connect the computer to external AC power: 1. Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased ... you are writing information to an optional external CD or DVD When you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur: ● The battery begins to the equipment: Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) 3pin outlet. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for...
...display brightness is automatically decreased to save battery life. Connecting AC power WARNING! Using external AC power 45 Connect the computer to external AC power: 1. Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased ... you are writing information to an optional external CD or DVD When you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur: ● The battery begins to the equipment: Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) 3pin outlet. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for...
HP ENVY 15 User Guide - Windows 7
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Remove the battery from the computer. 2. 3. Select Start > Help and Support > Get assistance. 46 Chapter 6 Power management Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer ...
Remove the battery from the computer. 2. 3. Select Start > Help and Support > Get assistance. 46 Chapter 6 Power management Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer ...
HP ENVY 15 User Guide - Windows 7
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... AC power. You can support 2 batteries: ● One lithium-ion primary battery is included with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP. Finding battery information in Help and Support Help and Support provides the following tools and information about the battery: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ● Information on calibration, power...
... AC power. You can support 2 batteries: ● One lithium-ion primary battery is included with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP. Finding battery information in Help and Support Help and Support provides the following tools and information about the battery: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ● Information on calibration, power...
HP ENVY 15 User Guide - Windows 7
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... the results of information, initiate Hibernation or shut down on a flat surface. 48 Chapter 6 Power management To insert the primary battery: 1. Battery Check examines the battery and its original position. 5. Removing or inserting the primary battery CAUTION: Removing a battery that is the sole power source can cause loss of the taskbar. To remove the primary...
... the results of information, initiate Hibernation or shut down on a flat surface. 48 Chapter 6 Power management To insert the primary battery: 1. Battery Check examines the battery and its original position. 5. Removing or inserting the primary battery CAUTION: Removing a battery that is the sole power source can cause loss of the taskbar. To remove the primary...
HP ENVY 15 User Guide - Windows 7
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... been unused for 2 weeks or more , calibrate the battery instead of the battery bay (1) and lower the battery into place. The battery charges whether the computer is fully charged. ● Allow the battery to lock the battery into the battery bay until the battery light turns white. The battery light on the computer displays the following charge status: ●...
... been unused for 2 weeks or more , calibrate the battery instead of the battery bay (1) and lower the battery into place. The battery charges whether the computer is fully charged. ● Allow the battery to lock the battery into the battery bay until the battery light turns white. The battery light on the computer displays the following charge status: ●...
HP ENVY 15 User Guide - Windows 7
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... in Windows Control Panel. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that shows how much battery charge remains. Tips for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level, the battery meter icon in the notification area shows a low or critical battery notification. When the battery reaches a critical battery level, a notification appears above the battery meter icon that is the sole...
... in Windows Control Panel. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that shows how much battery charge remains. Tips for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level, the battery meter icon in the notification area shows a low or critical battery notification. When the battery reaches a critical battery level, a notification appears above the battery meter icon that is the sole...
HP ENVY 15 User Guide - Windows 7
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... devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available ▲ Initiate Hibernation. - Remove the discharged battery, and then insert a charged battery. 3. Turn on the computer. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to...
... devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available ▲ Initiate Hibernation. - Remove the discharged battery, and then insert a charged battery. 3. Turn on the computer. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to...
HP ENVY 15 User Guide - Windows 7
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Show the percentage of available battery power. ● Blinking: The accessory battery has reached a low battery level. ● One light on: The accessory battery has 25 percent remaining battery charge. ● Two lights on: The accessory battery has 50 percent remaining battery charge. ● Three lights on: The accessory battery has 75 percent remaining battery charge. ● Four lights on...
Show the percentage of available battery power. ● Blinking: The accessory battery has reached a low battery level. ● One light on: The accessory battery has 25 percent remaining battery charge. ● Two lights on: The accessory battery has 50 percent remaining battery charge. ● Three lights on: The accessory battery has 75 percent remaining battery charge. ● Four lights on...
HP ENVY 15 User Guide - Windows 7
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... before inserting or removing the accessory battery. 1. Turn the computer upside down until it is not necessary to lock the accessory battery into place on the computer. Using battery power 53 To remove the accessory battery: 1. Press the accessory battery down on a flat surface. 2.... Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery fuel gauge toward you . 3. NOTE...
... before inserting or removing the accessory battery. 1. Turn the computer upside down until it is not necessary to lock the accessory battery into place on the computer. Using battery power 53 To remove the accessory battery: 1. Press the accessory battery down on a flat surface. 2.... Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface, with the battery fuel gauge toward you . 3. NOTE...