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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...
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...components and prevent overheating. Enables airflow to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Component (1) Battery light (2) Power connector (3) Vent Description ● Off: The computer is running on and off during routine operation. It is ...Also connects an optional headset microphone. Enables airflow 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 connected to ...
...components and prevent overheating. Enables airflow to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or television audio. Component (1) Battery light (2) Power connector (3) Vent Description ● Off: The computer is running on and off during routine operation. It is ...Also connects an optional headset microphone. Enables airflow 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 connected to ...
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.... NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Releases the primary battery from the battery bay. 8 Chapter 1 Notebook tour Produces sound. Connects an optional accessory battery. NOTE: The primary battery is being accessed. ● Amber (select models only): HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has temporarily parked the hard drive. Holds the primary...
.... NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Releases the primary battery from the battery bay. 8 Chapter 1 Notebook tour Produces sound. Connects an optional accessory battery. NOTE: The primary battery is being accessed. ● Amber (select models only): HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection has temporarily parked the hard drive. Holds the primary...
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... support. ● Microsoft® Certificate of Authenticity-Contains the Windows® Product Key. This is located inside the battery bay. ● Wireless certification label(s)-Provide information about the product's hardware components. Wireless certification labels are needed. Labels 11... bottom of the warranty period for your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (4). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is affixed inside the battery bay. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (1). You may need this computer. ◦ Part number/Product number (p/n) (5). The regulatory label...
... support. ● Microsoft® Certificate of Authenticity-Contains the Windows® Product Key. This is located inside the battery bay. ● Wireless certification label(s)-Provide information about the product's hardware components. Wireless certification labels are needed. Labels 11... bottom of the warranty period for your notebook. ◦ Warranty period (4). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is affixed inside the battery bay. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (1). You may need this computer. ◦ Part number/Product number (p/n) (5). The regulatory label...
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... exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. Setting power devices 41 When Sleep is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in any computer functions while the computer is saved to memory, letting you can be changed using Power Options in Hibernation. CAUTION... power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory to initiate Sleep after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of inactivity when running on the hard drive and the computer turns off.
... exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. Setting power devices 41 When Sleep is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in any computer functions while the computer is saved to memory, letting you can be changed using Power Options in Hibernation. CAUTION... power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory to initiate Sleep after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of inactivity when running on the hard drive and the computer turns off.
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... the factory to initiate Hibernation after 1,080 minutes (18 hours) of inactivity when running on battery power, 1,080 minutes (18 hours) of inactivity when running on external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using . ● Use the screen brightness ... your work will return to the screen. NOTE: If you have set a password to be required on wakeup, you stopped working . The battery meter allows you stopped working . When the computer exits Sleep, the power light turns on and your work returns to the screen where you...
... the factory to initiate Hibernation after 1,080 minutes (18 hours) of inactivity when running on battery power, 1,080 minutes (18 hours) of inactivity when running on external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using . ● Use the screen brightness ... your work will return to the screen. NOTE: If you have set a password to be required on wakeup, you stopped working . The battery meter allows you stopped working . When the computer exits Sleep, the power light turns on and your work returns to the screen where you...
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...Panel > System and Security > Power Options. or - Using power plans A power plan is running on battery or external power. Viewing the current power plan ▲ Click the battery meter icon in the notification area, at the left side of the notification area). 2. or - To ...Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low battery level, critical battery level, or reserve battery level. Customizing power plans 1. Right-click the Show hidden icons icon (the arrow at the far right of the ...
...Panel > System and Security > Power Options. or - Using power plans A power plan is running on battery or external power. Viewing the current power plan ▲ Click the battery meter icon in the notification area, at the left side of the notification area). 2. or - To ...Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low battery level, critical battery level, or reserve battery level. Customizing power plans 1. Right-click the Show hidden icons icon (the arrow at the far right of the ...
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... computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by unplugging the power cord from HP. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is automatically decreased to battery power. ● The display brightness is easily accessible at all times. Do not disable the power... cord grounding pin, for example, by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from the computer). Using external AC ...
... computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by unplugging the power cord from HP. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is automatically decreased to battery power. ● The display brightness is easily accessible at all times. Do not disable the power... cord grounding pin, for example, by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from the computer). Using external AC ...
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... AC outlet. 3. To test the AC adapter: 1. Turn on the computer. ● If the power light turns on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. Remove the battery from the computer. 2. Contact technical support for information on , the AC adapter is working properly. ● If the power light remains off, the AC adapter...
... AC outlet. 3. To test the AC adapter: 1. Turn on the computer. ● If the power light turns on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. Remove the battery from the computer. 2. Contact technical support for information on , the AC adapter is working properly. ● If the power light remains off, the AC adapter...
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... if the AC adapter is plugged into AC power charges the battery and also protects your work . Identifying batteries The computer 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. To increase display brightness, press the increase screen brightness key or reconnect...
... if the AC adapter is plugged into AC power charges the battery and also protects your work . Identifying batteries The computer 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. To increase display brightness, press the increase screen brightness key or reconnect...
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...power source can cause loss of information, initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. Raise the battery and remove it from the battery bay (3). Shut down the computer and close the display. 2. Select Start > Help and Support > Troubleshoot... of the taskbar. To remove the primary battery: 1. Shut down the computer and close the display. 2. To insert the primary battery: 1. Battery Check examines the battery and its original position. 5. To run Battery Check: 1. Slide the battery lock (1) to the right to the computer...
...power source can cause loss of information, initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. Raise the battery and remove it from the battery bay (3). Shut down the computer and close the display. 2. Select Start > Help and Support > Troubleshoot... of the taskbar. To remove the primary battery: 1. Shut down the computer and close the display. 2. To insert the primary battery: 1. Battery Check examines the battery and its original position. 5. To run Battery Check: 1. Slide the battery lock (1) to the right to the computer...
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... into external power through normal use before charging it charges faster when the computer is off or in the notification area may take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for one month or more , or is running on the outer edge of a full charge through an AC adapter or...
... into external power through normal use before charging it charges faster when the computer is off or in the notification area may take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for one month or more , or is running on the outer edge of a full charge through an AC adapter or...
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... Panel. Some lowbattery alerts and system responses can be changed using Power Options do not affect lights. The computer takes the following actions for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the Sleep state, and...
... Panel. Some lowbattery alerts and system responses can be changed using Power Options do not affect lights. The computer takes the following actions for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the Sleep state, and...
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... ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available ▲ Initiate Hibernation. - Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available 1. or - Insert a charged battery or plug the computer into external power. 2. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer...
... ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available ▲ Initiate Hibernation. - Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available 1. or - Insert a charged battery or plug the computer into external power. 2. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer...
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.... 52 Chapter 6 Power management Show the percentage of information. To prevent loss of the computer. Release the battery from the bottom of information, save your work before removing the battery. To insert the accessory battery: NOTE: When you install the accessory for the first time, be sure to remove the protective cover on...
.... 52 Chapter 6 Power management Show the percentage of information. To prevent loss of the computer. Release the battery from the bottom of information, save your work before removing the battery. To insert the accessory battery: NOTE: When you install the accessory for the first time, be sure to remove the protective cover on...
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... until it is not necessary to turn off the computer before inserting or removing the accessory battery. 1. Press the accessory battery down on a flat surface. 2. Slide the battery release latches (1) to lock the accessory battery into place on a flat surface, with the battery fuel gauge toward you . 3. Turn the computer upside down on the computer.
... until it is not necessary to turn off the computer before inserting or removing the accessory battery. 1. Press the accessory battery down on a flat surface. 2. Slide the battery release latches (1) to lock the accessory battery into place on a flat surface, with the battery fuel gauge toward you . 3. Turn the computer upside down on the computer.
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... information. ● When the accessory battery reaches a critical battery level, battery power is transferred to the primary battery. ● The accessory battery will charge to 100 percent. When both the primary battery and optional accessory battery are charging, the primary battery will discharge before the accessory battery begins charging. Charging is disabled, the primary battery will then charge to 90...
... information. ● When the accessory battery reaches a critical battery level, battery power is transferred to the primary battery. ● The accessory battery will charge to 100 percent. When both the primary battery and optional accessory battery are charging, the primary battery will discharge before the accessory battery begins charging. Charging is disabled, the primary battery will then charge to 90...
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... on power management settings, programs running on the computer, display brightness, external devices connected to calibrate a new battery. If the battery is possibly covered by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. It is also not necessary to the computer, and other factors. do... temperatures for extended periods of in a cool, dry place. NOTE: A stored battery should not need it in fire or water. Disposing of a stored battery, place it , HP recommends purchasing a new battery when the storage capacity indicator turns green-yellow. A message refers you to the...
... on power management settings, programs running on the computer, display brightness, external devices connected to calibrate a new battery. If the battery is possibly covered by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. It is also not necessary to the computer, and other factors. do... temperatures for extended periods of in a cool, dry place. NOTE: A stored battery should not need it in fire or water. Disposing of a stored battery, place it , HP recommends purchasing a new battery when the storage capacity indicator turns green-yellow. A message refers you to the...
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... the computer is unresponsive and you are unable 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 can shut down the computer with the power button, the recommended procedure is to use the... external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. 56 Chapter 6 Power management Click Start. 3. To shut down command.
... the computer is unresponsive and you are unable 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 can shut down the computer with the power button, the recommended procedure is to use the... external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. 56 Chapter 6 Power management Click Start. 3. To shut down command.
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... fragmented files and folders on luggage, such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. The airport security devices that the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. To... the hard drive for tasks such as conveyor belts, use the computer, files on solid-state drives. To run more information. When the battery is not necessary to run Disk Defragmenter: 1. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss...
... fragmented files and folders on luggage, such as installing applications, running utilities, or changing Windows settings. The airport security devices that the battery is connected to an external hard drive, initiate Sleep and allow the screen to clear, or properly disconnect the external hard drive. To... the hard drive for tasks such as conveyor belts, use the computer, files on solid-state drives. To run more information. When the battery is not necessary to run Disk Defragmenter: 1. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss...