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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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... computer and locate 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. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select... the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select Warranty and services, or go to http://www.hp.com/go to http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● ...
... computer and locate 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. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select... the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select Warranty and services, or go to http://www.hp.com/go to http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● ...
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...a headset. Amber: Activity is occurring on page 49 Connects a network cable. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. NOTE: Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor connector that supports both ... ports, 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 using DC power. This jack does not support optional microphone-only ...
...a headset. Amber: Activity is occurring on page 49 Connects a network cable. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. NOTE: Be sure that the device cable has a 4-conductor connector that supports both ... ports, 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 using DC power. This jack does not support optional microphone-only ...
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... computer fan starts up automatically to cycle on and off during routine operation. Bottom 13 Releases the battery cover over the battery bay. Holds the battery. Produce sound. It is normal for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless...then receive a warning message, remove the module to cool internal components. 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 the hard drive bay, the wireless LAN (WLAN) module slot, and ...
... computer fan starts up automatically to cycle on and off during routine operation. Bottom 13 Releases the battery cover over the battery bay. Holds the battery. Produce sound. It is normal for use in the computer by the governmental agency that regulates wireless...then receive a warning message, remove the module to cool internal components. 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 the hard drive bay, the wireless LAN (WLAN) module slot, and ...
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... problems or travel internationally with your computer. Labels The labels affixed to know your computer The labels are located in the battery bay. ● Wireless certification label or labels-Provide information about the computer. Component (1) Product name (2) Serial number ... number (4) Warranty period (5) Model description (select models only) Have this section. The service label is located in the battery bay. 14 Chapter 2 Getting to the computer provide information you may need this information when traveling internationally. Wireless certification labels...
... problems or travel internationally with your computer. Labels The labels affixed to know your computer The labels are located in the battery bay. ● Wireless certification label or labels-Provide information about the computer. Component (1) Product name (2) Serial number ... number (4) Warranty period (5) Model description (select models only) Have this section. The service label is located in the battery bay. 14 Chapter 2 Getting to the computer provide information you may need this information when traveling internationally. Wireless certification labels...
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... keyboard may have disabled the action key feature, you must press the fn key in combination with certain keys and key combinations. NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn off or on opening Setup Utility (BIOS), and then follow the instructions at the factory. To activate the assigned function after you have...
... keyboard may have disabled the action key feature, you must press the fn key in combination with certain keys and key combinations. NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn off or on opening Setup Utility (BIOS), and then follow the instructions at the factory. To activate the assigned function after you have...
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...NOTE: Rapid Start Technology can also initiate Sleep manually. For more information, see Enabling and exiting user-initiated hibernation on either battery power or external power. If you want to be disabled in Setup Utility (BIOS). Intel Rapid Start Technology (select models only...Technology initiates Hibernation after a period of networking connection or perform any type of inactivity when running on external power or when the battery reaches a critical level. Rapid Start Technology allows your work is initiated, press the power button to a hibernation file and the...
...NOTE: Rapid Start Technology can also initiate Sleep manually. For more information, see Enabling and exiting user-initiated hibernation on either battery power or external power. If you want to be disabled in Setup Utility (BIOS). Intel Rapid Start Technology (select models only...Technology initiates Hibernation after a period of networking connection or perform any type of inactivity when running on external power or when the battery reaches a critical level. Rapid Start Technology allows your work is initiated, press the power button to a hibernation file and the...
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... management settings, programs 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. 2. Using the power...
... management settings, programs 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. 2. Using the power...
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... the battery: ● Battery test ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity Conserving battery power Tips for conserving battery power and maximizing battery life: ● Lower the brightness on a flat surface. 2. Turn the computer upside down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. 1. NOTE: The battery release latch automatically returns to release the battery. HP Support...
... the battery: ● Battery test ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity Conserving battery power Tips for conserving battery power and maximizing battery life: ● Lower the brightness on a flat surface. 2. Turn the computer upside down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. 1. NOTE: The battery release latch automatically returns to release the battery. HP Support...
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...on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the Sleep state, and then shuts down the computer. Resolving a low battery level Resolving a low battery level when external power is on or in fire or water. To reduce the risk of time. See the Regulatory, Safety and ...optional docking or expansion device. ● Connect an optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. If a computer will be checked every 6 months. To access this guide, from...
...on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the Sleep state, and then shuts down the computer. Resolving a low battery level Resolving a low battery level when external power is on or in fire or water. To reduce the risk of time. See the Regulatory, Safety and ...optional docking or expansion device. ● Connect an optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. If a computer will be checked every 6 months. To access this guide, from...
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... the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. Do not charge the computer battery while you to save battery life. ● The power meter icon on the Windows desktop changes appearance. Troubleshooting...events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness automatically decreases to replace the battery when an internal cell is connected to the HP website for more information about ordering a replacement battery. Connect the computer to the Setup Instructions ...
... the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. Do not charge the computer battery while you to save battery life. ● The power meter icon on the Windows desktop changes appearance. Troubleshooting...events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness automatically decreases to replace the battery when an internal cell is connected to the HP website for more information about ordering a replacement battery. Connect the computer to the Setup Instructions ...
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...● If the power lights remain off , the AC adapter is immediately available to keep the surface temperature of your software content with HP CoolSense on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. As a result, the surface temperature of comfort. You do not have to wait while updates... connection from the AC adapter to the AC outlet to save your work before shutting down command closes all open applications. Remove the battery from the Start screen, type smart, and then select Intel® Smart Connect Technology. Smart Connect then updates the content for information...
...● If the power lights remain off , the AC adapter is immediately available to keep the surface temperature of your software content with HP CoolSense on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. As a result, the surface temperature of comfort. You do not have to wait while updates... connection from the AC adapter to the AC outlet to save your work before shutting down command closes all open applications. Remove the battery from the Start screen, type smart, and then select Intel® Smart Connect Technology. Smart Connect then updates the content for information...
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Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Swipe from external power. ● On models with a user-replaceable battery, remove the battery. 48 Chapter 6 Managing power From the Start screen, point to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the TouchPad or touch screen ...the right edge of the screen. or - Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following emergency procedures in Hibernation, ...
Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Swipe from external power. ● On models with a user-replaceable battery, remove the battery. 48 Chapter 6 Managing power From the Start screen, point to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the TouchPad or touch screen ...the right edge of the screen. or - Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following emergency procedures in Hibernation, ...
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...by running tools such as your computer. The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● Before you are fragile computer components that the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to a disc. Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices ...that check carry-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 must be handled with , shipping, or storing a drive. ● Do not type on the ...
...by running tools such as your computer. The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● Before you are fragile computer components that the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to a disc. Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices ...that check carry-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 must be handled with , shipping, or storing a drive. ● Do not type on the ...
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... computer is off, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on page 43). Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 4. Unplug the power cord from the computer (see Removing a user-replaceable battery on , and then shut it (3). Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Remove the hard drive...
... computer is off, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on page 43). Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 4. Unplug the power cord from the computer (see Removing a user-replaceable battery on , and then shut it (3). Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 3. Remove the hard drive...
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... screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. Disk Defragmenter consolidates (or physically reorganizes) the fragmented files and folders on battery power. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. NOTE: Hard drives in the primary hard drive bay or in the secondary hard drive bay are not...your drive is not contiguous (sequential) and, because of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may set Disk Defragmenter to USB ports are protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. Select Settings, and then select Defragment and optimize your hard drive and the number of this,...
... screen, type d, and then type disk in the search box. Disk Defragmenter consolidates (or physically reorganizes) the fragmented files and folders on battery power. To run Disk Defragmenter: 1. NOTE: Hard drives in the primary hard drive bay or in the secondary hard drive bay are not...your drive is not contiguous (sequential) and, because of fragmented files, Disk Defragmenter may set Disk Defragmenter to USB ports are protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. To run Disk Cleanup: 1. Select Settings, and then select Defragment and optimize your hard drive and the number of this,...
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...any procedure, ensure that both memory modules are replacing a memory module, remove the existing memory module: a. If you are identical. Disconnect all batteries before adding or replacing memory modules. Remove the service door from the AC outlet. 4. When your productivity slows down. NOTE: To use ...computer. 2. Save your work and the memory is the filing cabinet where you store your computer. Remove the battery from the computer (see Removing a user-replaceable battery on each side of the computer under the service door. The hard drive is the desk where you have...
...any procedure, ensure that both memory modules are replacing a memory module, remove the existing memory module: a. If you are identical. Disconnect all batteries before adding or replacing memory modules. Remove the service door from the AC outlet. 4. When your productivity slows down. NOTE: To use ...computer. 2. Save your work and the memory is the filing cabinet where you store your computer. Remove the battery from the computer (see Removing a user-replaceable battery on each side of the computer under the service door. The hard drive is the desk where you have...
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...your programs and drivers on the computer. Without the latest driver, you would not be getting the most recent gaming software. Replace the battery. 11. Updates can resolve issues and bring new features and options to clean your computer: Strong solvents, such as alcohol, acetone, .... Technology is always changing, and updating programs and drivers allows your computer. Replace the service door. 10. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you don't clean your computer and external devices helps keep them in good working condition. In addition, register to run ...
...your programs and drivers on the computer. Without the latest driver, you would not be getting the most recent gaming software. Replace the battery. 11. Updates can resolve issues and bring new features and options to clean your computer: Strong solvents, such as alcohol, acetone, .... Technology is always changing, and updating programs and drivers allows your computer. Replace the service door. 10. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you don't clean your computer and external devices helps keep them in good working condition. In addition, register to run ...
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...your computer. From the Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. 2. Click your selection to the hard drive. Follow the on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. You will need this path when you are revealed on the... not disconnect power from the computer by following the on your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for HP updates now. 3. From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. At the download area, follow these steps: a. The BIOS installation begins. 5. If...
...your computer. From the Start screen, type e, and then select File Explorer. 2. Click your selection to the hard drive. Follow the on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. You will need this path when you are revealed on the... not disconnect power from the computer by following the on your hard drive that has an .exe extension (for HP updates now. 3. From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. At the download area, follow these steps: a. The BIOS installation begins. 5. If...
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...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... reset 72 computer, traveling 45 configuring audio for HDMI 26 connecting to a WLAN 17 connector, power 4 corporate WLAN connection 17 critical battery level 45 critical updates, software 64 CyberLink PowerDVD 26 D deleted files, restoring 71 digital card, inserting 51 Disk Cleanup software 55 Disk...
...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... reset 72 computer, traveling 45 configuring audio for HDMI 26 connecting to a WLAN 17 connector, power 4 corporate WLAN connection 17 critical battery level 45 critical updates, software 64 CyberLink PowerDVD 26 D deleted files, restoring 71 digital card, inserting 51 Disk Cleanup software 55 Disk...