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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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... tools, and technical support. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to a wireless network, multimedia, power management, security, and so on . The poster ... 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. Finding more information about your country or region, and follow the...
... tools, and technical support. It also provides important electrical and mechanical safety information. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to a wireless network, multimedia, power management, security, and so on . The poster ... 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. Finding more information about your country or region, and follow the...
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... before your work is set at the factory to initiate Sleep after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on and your work will return to the screen. NOTE: You cannot initiate any of inactivity when running on...or writing to a disc or an external media card. With the computer on external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the... is set a password to be required on the hard drive and the computer turns off. Setting power options 17
... before your work is set at the factory to initiate Sleep after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on and your work will return to the screen. NOTE: You cannot initiate any of inactivity when running on...or writing to a disc or an external media card. With the computer on external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the... is set a password to be required on the hard drive and the computer turns off. Setting power options 17
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...current power plan Use any of the following methods: ● Click the power meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer over the power meter icon. ● To access Power Options, or to change the power ... password before your work will return to the Shut down button, and then click Hibernate. Using the power meter The power meter is running on battery or external power. Selecting a different power plan Use any of the following methods: ● Click the power meter icon in the notification area, at ...
...current power plan Use any of the following methods: ● Click the power meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer over the power meter icon. ● To access Power Options, or to change the power ... password before your work will return to the Shut down button, and then click Hibernate. Using the power meter The power meter is running on battery or external power. Selecting a different power plan Use any of the following methods: ● Click the power meter icon in the notification area, at ...
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..., and then click Change plan settings. 3. To change your user account password, and then follow these steps: 1. Using HP Power Manager (select models only) Power Manager allows you to select a power plan to prompt for a password when the...click Require a password on wakeup To set the computer to optimize your changes. Click Require a password (recommended). Using HP Power Manager (select models only) 19 Click the power meter icon in the notification area, and then click More power ...advanced power settings and make your computer's power consumption and battery charge.
..., and then click Change plan settings. 3. To change your user account password, and then follow these steps: 1. Using HP Power Manager (select models only) Power Manager allows you to select a power plan to prompt for a password when the...click Require a password on wakeup To set the computer to optimize your changes. Click Require a password (recommended). Using HP Power Manager (select models only) 19 Click the power meter icon in the notification area, and then click More power ...advanced power settings and make your computer's power consumption and battery charge.
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... external AC power, the computer switches to work properly. 2. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to save battery life. Using battery power When a charged battery is in the computer. If the computer contains a charged battery and is running on the computer, display brightness, external devices ... power, the display brightness is disconnected from the computer. NOTE: The computer must be connected to external power for Battery Check to battery power if the AC adapter is automatically decreased to see if they are functioning properly, and then reports the results ...
... external AC power, the computer switches to work properly. 2. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to save battery life. Using battery power When a charged battery is in the computer. If the computer contains a charged battery and is running on the computer, display brightness, external devices ... power, the display brightness is disconnected from the computer. NOTE: The computer must be connected to external power for Battery Check to battery power if the AC adapter is automatically decreased to see if they are functioning properly, and then reports the results ...
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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 no power source is available ● Initiate Hibernation. ● Save your work and shut down and loses any ...computer is available ▲ Connect one of the following behavior occurs: ● The battery light (select models only) indicates a low or critical battery level. Resolving a low battery level Resolving a low battery level when external power is on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains ...
... devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional docking or expansion device ● 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 ...computer is available ▲ Connect one of the following behavior occurs: ● The battery light (select models only) indicates a low or critical battery level. Resolving a low battery level Resolving a low battery level when external power is on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains ...
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...9679; When performing a backup or recovery 22 Chapter 4 Power management Contact customer support if the computer battery needs to keep your battery, or if the battery is preinstalled and sealed at the factory. To reduce potential safety issues, use settings through an approved ...button. Exit Hibernation by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. Using external AC power NOTE: For information on page 20. WARNING! Your computer has an internal rechargeable battery that are onboard aircraft. ● When charging or calibrating a battery ● When installing ...
...9679; When performing a backup or recovery 22 Chapter 4 Power management Contact customer support if the computer battery needs to keep your battery, or if the battery is preinstalled and sealed at the factory. To reduce potential safety issues, use settings through an approved ...button. Exit Hibernation by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. Using external AC power NOTE: For information on page 20. WARNING! Your computer has an internal rechargeable battery that are onboard aircraft. ● When charging or calibrating a battery ● When installing ...
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...the optimum level of your computer's default cooling settings. Using HP CoolSense (select models only) When you disconnect external AC power, the following symptoms when it into an AC outlet. 3. Connect the AC adapter to battery power. ● The display brightness is not in a ...stationary position, the surface temperature of comfort by automatically adjusting performance and internal fan settings. Using HP CoolSense (select models only) 23 Turn on the computer. ...
...the optimum level of your computer's default cooling settings. Using HP CoolSense (select models only) When you disconnect external AC power, the following symptoms when it into an AC outlet. 3. Connect the AC adapter to battery power. ● The display brightness is not in a ...stationary position, the surface temperature of comfort by automatically adjusting performance and internal fan settings. Using HP CoolSense (select models only) 23 Turn on the computer. ...
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...; If you move the computer while an optical drive is sufficiently charged before handling drives. The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is the only source of the drive. ● Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on it down the computer. Handling drives... properly disconnect the external hard drive. ● Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface of power, be sure that the battery is writing to a disc.
...; If you move the computer while an optical drive is sufficiently charged before handling drives. The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is the only source of the drive. ● Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on it down the computer. Handling drives... properly disconnect the external hard drive. ● Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface of power, be sure that the battery is writing to a disc.
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... changing Windows settings. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on the size of your computer. Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only) HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection protects a hard drive by parking the drive and halting data requests under either of...Cleanup: 1. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for tasks such as installing software, running on battery power. 34 Chapter 6 Drives HP recommends defragmenting your computer manually at least once a month. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1.
... changing Windows settings. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on the size of your computer. Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only) HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection protects a hard drive by parking the drive and halting data requests under either of...Cleanup: 1. Using Disk Cleanup Disk Cleanup searches the hard drive for tasks such as installing software, running on battery power. 34 Chapter 6 Drives HP recommends defragmenting your computer manually at least once a month. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1.
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.... For more information, refer to -date status for the drive. On the Icon in the following Note. Using hard drives 35 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 show the most up-to the...
.... For more information, refer to -date status for the drive. On the Icon in the following Note. Using hard drives 35 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 show the most up-to the...
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... need this path when you connect your hard drive designation. Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. Make a note of the path to the location on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter.
... need this path when you connect your hard drive designation. Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. Make a note of the path to the location on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to reliable external power using the AC adapter.
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If the battery fails the test, contact HP Customer Support to stop a diagnostics test while it is functioning properly. NOTE: If you need to report the issue. If it...that the start System Diagnostics: 1. 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 screen, press esc. When the Startup Menu is displayed in every sector of the memory modules. ...test analyzes the physical condition of the hard drive, and then checks all data in the lower-left corner of the battery.
If the battery fails the test, contact HP Customer Support to stop a diagnostics test while it is functioning properly. NOTE: If you need to report the issue. If it...that the start System Diagnostics: 1. 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 screen, press esc. When the Startup Menu is displayed in every sector of the memory modules. ...test analyzes the physical condition of the hard drive, and then checks all data in the lower-left corner of the battery.
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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 ...
Getting Started (2D Models Only)
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... or on 29 Navigating ...30 Selecting ...30 Using Imagepad gestures 30 Scrolling 31 Pinching/Zooming 31 Rotating 32 Flicking 32 5 Maintenance ...33 Using a factory-sealed battery ...33 Replacing or upgrading the hard drives 34 Removing and installing the primary hard drive 34 Removing the primary hard drive 34 Installing the primary...
... or on 29 Navigating ...30 Selecting ...30 Using Imagepad gestures 30 Scrolling 31 Pinching/Zooming 31 Rotating 32 Flicking 32 5 Maintenance ...33 Using a factory-sealed battery ...33 Replacing or upgrading the hard drives 34 Removing and installing the primary hard drive 34 Removing the primary hard drive 34 Installing the primary...
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With external power connected, press the power button to begin charging the battery, and then follow the on page 21. 2. After you set up and register your computer, plug the AC adapter into the computer and connect to ...
With external power connected, press the power button to begin charging the battery, and then follow the on page 21. 2. After you set up and register your computer, plug the AC adapter into the computer and connect to ...
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...Audio icon in your computer to http://www.hp.com or a retailer near you. NOTE: For more information on the f12 key is not compatible with HP Wireless Audio and KleerNet technology. NOTE: If you are concerned about battery life, disable HP Wireless Audio when you are not using it.... NOTE: Before you start HP Wireless Audio Manager, be compatible with other audio devices. HP Wireless Audio Manager With HP Wireless Audio Manager, you can add, remove, name, ...
...Audio icon in your computer to http://www.hp.com or a retailer near you. NOTE: For more information on the f12 key is not compatible with HP Wireless Audio and KleerNet technology. NOTE: If you are concerned about battery life, disable HP Wireless Audio when you are not using it.... NOTE: Before you start HP Wireless Audio Manager, be compatible with other audio devices. HP Wireless Audio Manager With HP Wireless Audio Manager, you can add, remove, name, ...
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If you are notified that the computer is preparing to switch graphics modes. When HP CoolSense is off or on . For details about using an optional wireless adapter (purchased separately). Switching between AC and battery power, you choose to power-saving mode. NOTE: In order to optimize the performance of the computer is...
If you are notified that the computer is preparing to switch graphics modes. When HP CoolSense is off or on . For details about using an optional wireless adapter (purchased separately). Switching between AC and battery power, you choose to power-saving mode. NOTE: In order to optimize the performance of the computer is...