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... and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ■ How to help safeguard the computer ■ How to get the best performance from the battery ■ How to Help and Support does not require an Internet connection. Access to set up a wireless network Finding the user guides User guides and...
... and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ■ How to help safeguard the computer ■ How to get the best performance from the battery ■ How to Help and Support does not require an Internet connection. Access to set up a wireless network Finding the user guides User guides and...
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... the computer from power surges To protect the computer from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, either run the computer on battery power or shut down the computer and unplug the power cord. ■ If applicable to your privacy When you use the computer for e-mail, network...
... the computer from power surges To protect the computer from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, either run the computer on battery power or shut down the computer and unplug the power cord. ■ If applicable to your privacy When you use the computer for e-mail, network...
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...information, refer to block airflow. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from the computer). ■ If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on your equipment, observe these...on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. Å WARNING: To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Å WARNING: To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter or battery provided with some models. Using ...
...information, refer to block airflow. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from the computer). ■ If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on your equipment, observe these...on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. Å WARNING: To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Å WARNING: To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter or battery provided with some models. Using ...
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... the Shut down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. 12 Notebook Essentials Turning off the computer Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1.
... the Shut down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. 12 Notebook Essentials Turning off the computer Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1.
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...connection, other tools, like Help and Support, can help you determine why the computer will not start up If the computer does not turn on battery power or is plugged into an external power source other than an AC outlet, plug the computer into the outlet to be sure that the...are secure. Be sure that the outlet is providing adequate power. ✎ Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer or one approved by HP for this chapter. ■ Access Web site links and additional information about the computer through Help and Support. Notebook Essentials 13 Quick troubleshooting The ...
...connection, other tools, like Help and Support, can help you determine why the computer will not start up If the computer does not turn on battery power or is plugged into an external power source other than an AC outlet, plug the computer into the outlet to be sure that the...are secure. Be sure that the outlet is providing adequate power. ✎ Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer or one approved by HP for this chapter. ■ Access Web site links and additional information about the computer through Help and Support. Notebook Essentials 13 Quick troubleshooting The ...
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...touch while it may be initiated by clicking Start, clicking the arrow next to the "Protecting the computer from external power and remove the battery. But if the computer feels unusually warm, it is in Chapter 2. The computer is on but not responding If the computer is ...is normal for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from viruses" section in use , or when the computer has reached a low battery level. Sleep and Hibernation can be set to software or keyboard commands, try the following emergency shutdown procedures, in the sequence provided, until shutdown occurs...
...touch while it may be initiated by clicking Start, clicking the arrow next to the "Protecting the computer from external power and remove the battery. But if the computer feels unusually warm, it is in Chapter 2. The computer is on but not responding If the computer is ...is normal for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from viruses" section in use , or when the computer has reached a low battery level. Sleep and Hibernation can be set to software or keyboard commands, try the following emergency shutdown procedures, in the sequence provided, until shutdown occurs...
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... requirements for each location in which you plan to use the computer. Keep the backup separate from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack and store it on luggage, such as conveyor belts, use is at the discretion of information, remove the media from a drive before removing the...
... requirements for each location in which you plan to use the computer. Keep the backup separate from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack and store it on luggage, such as conveyor belts, use is at the discretion of information, remove the media from a drive before removing the...
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... 55 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 56 A device driver must be reinstalled 56 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 57 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 57 5 Power management ...58 Setting power options ...58 Using power-saving states 58 ...Initiating and exiting Sleep 58 Initiating and exiting Hibernation 59 Using the battery meter ...59 Using power plans ...59 Viewing the current power plan 60 Selecting a different power plan 60 Customizing power plans 60 Setting ...
... 55 A DVD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 56 A device driver must be reinstalled 56 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 57 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 57 5 Power management ...58 Setting power options ...58 Using power-saving states 58 ...Initiating and exiting Sleep 58 Initiating and exiting Hibernation 59 Using the battery meter ...59 Using power plans ...59 Viewing the current power plan 60 Selecting a different power plan 60 Customizing power plans 60 Setting ...
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... ...64 Inserting or removing the battery 64 Charging a battery ...66 Maximizing battery discharge time 66 Managing low battery levels 66 Identifying low battery levels 66 Resolving a low battery level 67 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ....... 67 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 67 Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available...
... ...64 Inserting or removing the battery 64 Charging a battery ...66 Maximizing battery discharge time 66 Managing low battery levels 66 Identifying low battery levels 66 Resolving a low battery level 67 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ....... 67 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 67 Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available...
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...side components Component (1) Optical drive (2) Optical drive light (3) USB port (4) RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only) (5) AC adapter/power/battery light (6) Power connector Description Reads and writes to the computer. Connects an optional USB device. Connects an AC adapter. (7) Security cable slot Attaches an...Connects a modem cable. ● White: The computer is connected to external power. Blinking: The optical drive is not connected to external power and the battery is fully charged. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Amber...
...side components Component (1) Optical drive (2) Optical drive light (3) USB port (4) RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only) (5) AC adapter/power/battery light (6) Power connector Description Reads and writes to the computer. Connects an optional USB device. Connects an AC adapter. (7) Security cable slot Attaches an...Connects a modem cable. ● White: The computer is connected to external power. Blinking: The optical drive is not connected to external power and the battery is fully charged. ● Blinking white: The computer is in the Sleep state. ● Amber...
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... country or region. Components 9 Holds the hard drive. Bottom components Component (1) (2) Battery bay Battery release latch (3) Vents (4) (4) Memory module compartment (5) Hard drive bay Description Holds the battery. Contains 2 memory module slots and, on and off during routine operation. NOTE: ...only with a wireless module authorized for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Releases the battery from the battery bay. Enable airflow to restore computer functionality, and then contact technical support through Help and Support. If you...
... country or region. Components 9 Holds the hard drive. Bottom components Component (1) (2) Battery bay Battery release latch (3) Vents (4) (4) Memory module compartment (5) Hard drive bay Description Holds the battery. Contains 2 memory module slots and, on and off during routine operation. NOTE: ...only with a wireless module authorized for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Releases the battery from the battery bay. Enable airflow to restore computer functionality, and then contact technical support through Help and Support. If you...
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... the computer, you accidentally connect it to a digital line. WARNING! The modem must obtain a country- Components 11 Additional hardware components Component (1) Power cord* (2) AC adapter (3) Battery *Power cords vary in which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the computer. Jacks for digital...
... the computer, you accidentally connect it to a digital line. WARNING! The modem must obtain a country- Components 11 Additional hardware components Component (1) Power cord* (2) AC adapter (3) Battery *Power cords vary in which prevents interference from TV and radio reception, orient the circuitry end of the cable toward the computer. Jacks for digital...
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.... If your computer. You may need when contacting technical support. The regulatory label is affixed inside the battery bay. The modem approval label is located on the bottom of Authenticity is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Wireless certification label or labels (select models only)-Provide information about the computer. The Microsoft...; Microsoft® Certificate of the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use . The serial number label is affixed inside the battery bay. 12 Chapter 1 Features
.... If your computer. You may need when contacting technical support. The regulatory label is affixed inside the battery bay. The modem approval label is located on the bottom of Authenticity is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Wireless certification label or labels (select models only)-Provide information about the computer. The Microsoft...; Microsoft® Certificate of the countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use . The serial number label is affixed inside the battery bay. 12 Chapter 1 Features
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... guidelines: Before writing to a disc, connect the computer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided on disc, in the software Help, or on battery power. Power2Go reads the source disc and copies the data to a disc, close all open programs except the disc software you are using software included...
... guidelines: Before writing to a disc, connect the computer to the software manufacturer's instructions, which may be provided on disc, in the software Help, or on battery power. Power2Go reads the source disc and copies the data to a disc, close all open programs except the disc software you are using software included...
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... Disconnect all external devices connected to reduce the weight of the computer: 1. Turn the computer upside down the computer through the operating system. 3. Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 5. If you , loosen the 2 hard drive cover screws (1) and lift the hard drive cover away from the computer (2). Then shut down...
... Disconnect all external devices connected to reduce the weight of the computer: 1. Turn the computer upside down the computer through the operating system. 3. Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 5. If you , loosen the 2 hard drive cover screws (1) and lift the hard drive cover away from the computer (2). Then shut down...
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.... Webcam (select models only) Your computer may include an integrated webcam, located at the top of the display. Webcam (select models only) 49 Replace the battery. 13. Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect external power and external devices. 14. The webcam is an input device that expand the...
.... Webcam (select models only) Your computer may include an integrated webcam, located at the top of the display. Webcam (select models only) 49 Replace the battery. 13. Turn the computer right-side up, and then reconnect external power and external devices. 14. The webcam is an input device that expand the...
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... 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 external power. When Sleep is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the...
... 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 external power. When Sleep is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the...
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...of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low battery level, critical battery level, or reserve battery level. Setting power options 59 Under Behaviors, select Show icons and notifications for the Power icon. 4. ...When the computer exits Hibernation, the power lights turn on external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. The battery meter allows you stopped working . Using power plans A power plan is set a password to initiate Hibernation after 1,080 ...
...of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low battery level, critical battery level, or reserve battery level. Setting power options 59 Under Behaviors, select Show icons and notifications for the Power icon. 4. ...When the computer exits Hibernation, the power lights turn on external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. The battery meter allows you stopped working . Using power plans A power plan is set a password to initiate Hibernation after 1,080 ...
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... Options. Change the settings as needed. 4. To change the settings of the taskbar. - Click Change Settings that are available: ● HP recommended ● High performance ● Power saver You can change additional settings, click Change advanced power settings and make your changes. Click ...Panel > System and Security > Power Options, and then select a power plan from the list. - Viewing the current power plan ▲ Click the battery meter icon in the notification area and then click More Power options. - or - Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 3....
... Options. Change the settings as needed. 4. To change the settings of the taskbar. - Click Change Settings that are available: ● HP recommended ● High performance ● Power saver You can change additional settings, click Change advanced power settings and make your changes. Click ...Panel > System and Security > Power Options, and then select a power plan from the list. - Viewing the current power plan ▲ Click the battery meter icon in the notification area and then click More Power options. - or - Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 3....
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... to the high-performance mode. To determine which graphics mode you are equipped with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from battery power to AC power, the computer can switch back to continue using the same graphics mode. When you to switch modes, or... that the computer is supplied through an approved AC adapter. When you switch between graphics modes. If you prefer, you switch between AC and battery power, you switch from HP. Similarly, when you are in the notification area, and the screen image reappears.
... to the high-performance mode. To determine which graphics mode you are equipped with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from battery power to AC power, the computer can switch back to continue using the same graphics mode. When you to switch modes, or... that the computer is supplied through an approved AC adapter. When you switch between graphics modes. If you prefer, you switch between AC and battery power, you switch from HP. Similarly, when you are in the notification area, and the screen image reappears.