HP Notebook Reference Guide - Windows 7
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... Sleep 17 Initiating and exiting Hibernation 17 Using the power meter ...18 Using power plans ...18 Viewing the current power plan 18 Selecting a different power plan 18 Customizing power plans 19 Setting password protection on wakeup 19 Using HP Power Manager (select models only 19 Using battery power ...20 Finding battery information 20 Using Battery Check...
... Sleep 17 Initiating and exiting Hibernation 17 Using the power meter ...18 Using power plans ...18 Viewing the current power plan 18 Selecting a different power plan 18 Customizing power plans 19 Setting password protection on wakeup 19 Using HP Power Manager (select models only 19 Using battery power ...20 Finding battery information 20 Using Battery Check...
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... > Help and Support > User Guides. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about your new computer 1 Finding more information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to the poster for computer users. For country- or region-specific support, go to http://www...computer. To access this guide may not be available on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. The poster is also available on your new computer The following user ...
... > Help and Support > User Guides. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about your new computer 1 Finding more information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to the poster for computer users. For country- or region-specific support, go to http://www...computer. To access this guide may not be available on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. The poster is also available on your new computer The following user ...
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... Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you can initiate Sleep in any of inactivity when running on battery power or on , you stopped working. When Sleep is in the Sleep state or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. If the ... be changed using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. NOTE: If you have set a password to a hibernation file on external power. Setting power options 17 Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that are enabled at the factory to the Shut down button...
... Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you can initiate Sleep in any of inactivity when running on battery power or on , you stopped working. When Sleep is in the Sleep state or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. If the ... be changed using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. NOTE: If you have set a password to a hibernation file on external power. Setting power options 17 Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that are enabled at the factory to the Shut down button...
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...plan, click the power meter icon and select an item from the list. 18 Chapter 4 Power management Using power plans A power plan is running on battery or external power. To exit Hibernation: ▲ Briefly press the power button. Viewing the current power plan Use any of the following methods: ●... notification area, at the far right of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. The power lights turn on wakeup, you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining...
...plan, click the power meter icon and select an item from the list. 18 Chapter 4 Power management Using power plans A power plan is running on battery or external power. To exit Hibernation: ▲ Briefly press the power button. Viewing the current power plan Use any of the following methods: ●... notification area, at the far right of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. The power lights turn on wakeup, you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining...
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... > Power Options. 2. Click Change Settings that are available: ● Power saver ● HP Recommended ● High performance To start Power Manager when Windows is running: ▲ Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Power Manager. Click the power meter icon in the notification area, and then click More power ...If you need to create or change additional settings, click Change advanced power settings and make your computer's power consumption and battery charge. Setting password protection on wakeup. 3. or - Using HP Power Manager (select models only) 19 Click Save changes.
... > Power Options. 2. Click Change Settings that are available: ● Power saver ● HP Recommended ● High performance To start Power Manager when Windows is running: ▲ Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Power Manager. Click the power meter icon in the notification area, and then click More power ...If you need to create or change additional settings, click Change advanced power settings and make your computer's power consumption and battery charge. Setting password protection on wakeup. 3. or - Using HP Power Manager (select models only) 19 Click Save changes.
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... far right of the examination. Click the Power tab, and then click Battery Check. NOTE: When you use while on battery power. Finding battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information about the battery: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ● Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage...
... far right of the examination. Click the Power tab, and then click Battery Check. NOTE: When you use while on battery power. Finding battery information Help and Support provides the following tools and information about the battery: ● Battery Check tool to test battery performance ● Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage...
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...9679; Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available ● Initiate Hibernation. ● Save your work and shut down and loses any unsaved information. Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts...power meter on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the notification area shows a low or critical battery notification. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is on page 18. or - ● The power meter icon in the Sleep state, and then shuts ...
...9679; Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available ● Initiate Hibernation. ● Save your work and shut down and loses any unsaved information. Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts...power meter on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the notification area shows a low or critical battery notification. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is on page 18. or - ● The power meter icon in the Sleep state, and then shuts ...
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... power-use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. A broken battery seal voids your battery, or if the battery is no longer holding a charge, run Battery Check in the computer box. For steps to the Quick Setup poster provided in Help and...
... power-use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. A broken battery seal voids your battery, or if the battery is no longer holding a charge, run Battery Check in the computer box. For steps to the Quick Setup poster provided in Help and...
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...lights remain off, the AC adapter is not in a stationary position, the surface temperature of comfort. When HP CoolSense is automatically decreased to save battery life. Using HP CoolSense (select models only) When you are not adjusted beyond your computer at the optimum level of your computer...you connect the computer to external AC power, the following events occur: ● The battery begins to charge. ● If the computer is not in the notification area changes appearance. When HP CoolSense is on, it would be higher than it automatically detects if your computer on ...
...lights remain off, the AC adapter is not in a stationary position, the surface temperature of comfort. When HP CoolSense is automatically decreased to save battery life. Using HP CoolSense (select models only) When you are not adjusted beyond your computer at the optimum level of your computer...you connect the computer to external AC power, the following events occur: ● The battery begins to charge. ● If the computer is not in the notification area changes appearance. When HP CoolSense is on, it would be higher than it automatically detects if your computer on ...
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... of the drive. ● Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on the keyboard or move a computer that the battery is the only source of magnetism and do not drop a drive or place items on it down the computer. Security devices with care. Additional... components that must be sure that is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to vibration. ● When the battery is sufficiently charged before handling drives. Refer to the following cautions before writing to media. ● Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity ...
... of the drive. ● Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on the keyboard or move a computer that the battery is the only source of magnetism and do not drop a drive or place items on it down the computer. Security devices with care. Additional... components that must be sure that is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to vibration. ● When the battery is sufficiently charged before handling drives. Refer to the following cautions before writing to media. ● Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity ...
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... on the hard drive so that you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to your computer. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive at another time when you do not need access to run Disk Defragmenter: 1. To run more... prompted for more efficiently. Refer to run Disk Defragmenter on battery power. 34 Chapter 6 Drives To run more information. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only) HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection protects a hard drive by parking the...
... on the hard drive so that you can safely delete to free up disk space and help the computer to your computer. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive at another time when you do not need access to run Disk Defragmenter: 1. To run more... prompted for more efficiently. Refer to run Disk Defragmenter on battery power. 34 Chapter 6 Drives To run more information. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only) HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection protects a hard drive by parking the...
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... the notification area icon. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status The drive light on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection allows the computer to the HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Help. The icon in the Mobility...
... the notification area icon. Select Start > Control Panel > Hardware and Sound > HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection. Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status The drive light on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection allows the computer to the HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Help. The icon in the Mobility...
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... recorded earlier, open the folder on -screen instructions. Double-click your hard drive. 52 Chapter 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics NOTE: After a message on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. The hard drive designation is typically Local Disk...
... recorded earlier, open the folder on -screen instructions. Double-click your hard drive. 52 Chapter 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics NOTE: After a message on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter. The hard drive designation is typically Local Disk...
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If the test detects a damaged sector, it reports an error, replace the memory modules immediately. ● Battery test-This test analyzes the condition of the hard drive. If the battery fails the test, contact HP Customer Support to report the issue. Using System Diagnostics 53 To start -up test does not detect. ● Hard...
If the test detects a damaged sector, it reports an error, replace the memory modules immediately. ● Battery test-This test analyzes the condition of the hard drive. If the battery fails the test, contact HP Customer Support to report the issue. Using System Diagnostics 53 To start -up test does not detect. ● Hard...
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... antivirus software, using 44 audio functions, checking 12 B battery conserving power 22 discharging 20 displaying remaining charge 20 factory-sealed 22 low battery levels 21 Battery Check 20 battery information, finding 20 battery power 20 BIOS determining version 51 downloading an update 52 ...wired network 7 connecting to an existing wireless network 4 Connection Manager 3 conservation, power 22 creating a wireless connection 2 critical battery level 17, 21 critical security updates, installing 45 CyberLink PowerDVD 15 D digital card inserting 24 removing 25 supported formats 24 Disk Cleanup ...
... antivirus software, using 44 audio functions, checking 12 B battery conserving power 22 discharging 20 displaying remaining charge 20 factory-sealed 22 low battery levels 21 Battery Check 20 battery information, finding 20 battery power 20 BIOS determining version 51 downloading an update 52 ...wired network 7 connecting to an existing wireless network 4 Connection Manager 3 conservation, power 22 creating a wireless connection 2 critical battery level 17, 21 critical security updates, installing 45 CyberLink PowerDVD 15 D digital card inserting 24 removing 25 supported formats 24 Disk Cleanup ...
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...Protection 34 HDMI configuring audio 15 HDMI port, connecting 14 Hibernation exiting 17 initiated during critical battery level 21 initiating 17 high-definition devices, connecting 14, 15 HP Connection Manager 3 HP CoolSense 23 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 34 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 9 hubs 28 I icons network 2 wireless...Windows 42 ports DisplayPort 13 expansion 31 external monitor 13 HDMI 14 Intel Wireless Display 15 VGA 13 power battery 20 conserving 22 options 17 power button 16 power meter 18 power plans customizing 19 selecting 18 viewing current 18 power switch 16 ...
...Protection 34 HDMI configuring audio 15 HDMI port, connecting 14 Hibernation exiting 17 initiated during critical battery level 21 initiating 17 high-definition devices, connecting 14, 15 HP Connection Manager 3 HP CoolSense 23 HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 34 HP USB Ethernet Adapter, connecting 9 hubs 28 I icons network 2 wireless...Windows 42 ports DisplayPort 13 expansion 31 external monitor 13 HDMI 14 Intel Wireless Display 15 VGA 13 power battery 20 conserving 22 options 17 power button 16 power meter 18 power plans customizing 19 selecting 18 viewing current 18 power switch 16 ...
HP ENVY 17 - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... Subwoofer ...41 Optical drive ...42 Memory module ...44 RTC battery ...46 mSATA drive ...47 WLAN module ...48 Hard drive ...51 Wireless audio module 54 Top cover ...56 Keyboard ...59 Audio/USB board 61 Card Reader ... Setup Utility 85 Updating the BIOS 85 Determining the BIOS version 86 Downloading a BIOS update 86 Using System Diagnostics ...87 6 Specifications ...89 Computer specifications ...89 17.3-in, LED, WVA AntiGlare display specifications 90 vi ENWW
... Subwoofer ...41 Optical drive ...42 Memory module ...44 RTC battery ...46 mSATA drive ...47 WLAN module ...48 Hard drive ...51 Wireless audio module 54 Top cover ...56 Keyboard ...59 Audio/USB board 61 Card Reader ... Setup Utility 85 Updating the BIOS 85 Determining the BIOS version 86 Downloading a BIOS update 86 Using System Diagnostics ...87 6 Specifications ...89 Computer specifications ...89 17.3-in, LED, WVA AntiGlare display specifications 90 vi ENWW
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... sleep and charge) NOTE: HP ENVY 17 model numbers 17-3200 through 17-3299 are equipped only with gesture support image sensor (HP-defined: scroll, pinch, zoom, rotate, 3-finger flick) Taps enabled as default Power requirements Supports a 120-W (PFC RC/V 3-wire) HP Smart AC adapter Supports a 9-cell, 91-Wh, 4.1-Ah, Li-ion battery Security Security cable slot ENWW...
... sleep and charge) NOTE: HP ENVY 17 model numbers 17-3200 through 17-3299 are equipped only with gesture support image sensor (HP-defined: scroll, pinch, zoom, rotate, 3-finger flick) Taps enabled as default Power requirements Supports a 120-W (PFC RC/V 3-wire) HP Smart AC adapter Supports a 9-cell, 91-Wh, 4.1-Ah, Li-ion battery Security Security cable slot ENWW...
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Connects an AC adapter. ENWW Right side 15 Item (10) Component AC adapter light (11) Power connector Description ● White: The computer is connected to external power, and the battery is fully charged. ● Amber: The computer is connected to external power, and the battery is charging. ● Blinking amber: The computer is connected to external power, and there is a battery error or the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. ● Off: The computer is running on battery power.
Connects an AC adapter. ENWW Right side 15 Item (10) Component AC adapter light (11) Power connector Description ● White: The computer is connected to external power, and the battery is fully charged. ● Amber: The computer is connected to external power, and the battery is charging. ● Blinking amber: The computer is connected to external power, and there is a battery error or the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. ● Off: The computer is running on battery power.
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... prevent overheating. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cycle on and off during routine operation. Bottom Item (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Component Battery/hard drive cover Vent Release latch Service access cover HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Description Provides access to the following components: ● Memory modules ● mSATA drive ● Optical drive ●...
... prevent overheating. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cycle on and off during routine operation. Bottom Item (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Component Battery/hard drive cover Vent Release latch Service access cover HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Description Provides access to the following components: ● Memory modules ● mSATA drive ● Optical drive ●...