Software Update, Backup and Recovery - Windows Vista
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... for your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for displaying BIOS information: 1. Access the page on the HP Web site that is selected, BIOS and other identifier. You may need to know the version of the system BIOS currently installed. Follow the... docked in the lower-left corner of the date, name, or other system information is running on the screen to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Make a note of the screen, press f10. 2. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Do not download or ...
... for your computer: Select Start > Help and Support, and then click the link for displaying BIOS information: 1. Access the page on the HP Web site that is selected, BIOS and other identifier. You may need to know the version of the system BIOS currently installed. Follow the... docked in the lower-left corner of the date, name, or other system information is running on the screen to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Make a note of the screen, press f10. 2. Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Do not download or ...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... 4: Fully recharge the battery 16 Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Sleep 16 Conserving battery power ...17 Storing a battery ...17 Disposing of a used battery ...17 3 Using external AC power Connecting the AC adapter ...19 4 Shutting down the computer iii
... 4: Fully recharge the battery 16 Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Sleep 16 Conserving battery power ...17 Storing a battery ...17 Disposing of a used battery ...17 3 Using external AC power Connecting the AC adapter ...19 4 Shutting down the computer iii
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... case of a power outage. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter, the computer switches to the computer, and other factors. 6 Chapter 2 Using battery power To increase display ...brightness, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP. NOTE: The display brightness is plugged into AC...
... case of a power outage. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter, the computer switches to the computer, and other factors. 6 Chapter 2 Using battery power To increase display ...brightness, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP. NOTE: The display brightness is plugged into AC...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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The battery charges whenever the computer is fully charged, in use , but it . Charging may show 100 percent charge before the battery is much warmer or cooler than room temperature. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge ...may take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for 2 weeks or more , calibrate the battery instead of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device. Charging a battery WARNING! Charging a battery 11 Do not charge the computer battery while you ...
The battery charges whenever the computer is fully charged, in use , but it . Charging may show 100 percent charge before the battery is much warmer or cooler than room temperature. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge ...may take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for 2 weeks or more , calibrate the battery instead of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device. Charging a battery WARNING! Charging a battery 11 Do not charge the computer battery while you ...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... then insert a charged battery. 3. Exit Hibernation by briefly pressing power button. Resolving a low battery level CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1.
... then insert a charged battery. 3. Exit Hibernation by briefly pressing power button. Resolving a low battery level CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1.
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... Hibernation and Sleep 1. Click the plus sign next to Sleep, and then click the plus sign next to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into external power. Leave the computer plugged into the computer. 2. or - Click Change advanced power settings...
... Hibernation and Sleep 1. Click the plus sign next to Sleep, and then click the plus sign next to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into external power. Leave the computer plugged into the computer. 2. or - Click Change advanced power settings...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... conditions: WARNING! WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. 3 Using external AC power External AC power is automatically decreased to save battery life. Do not charge the computer... changes appearance. To increase display brightness, press the fn+f8 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter. 18 Chapter 3 Using external AC power Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the following events occur: ● The battery begins to battery...
... conditions: WARNING! WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. 3 Using external AC power External AC power is automatically decreased to save battery life. Do not charge the computer... changes appearance. To increase display brightness, press the fn+f8 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter. 18 Chapter 3 Using external AC power Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the following events occur: ● The battery begins to battery...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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Plug the AC adapter into the AC adapter (2). 3. Connecting the AC adapter 19 To reduce the risk of the power cord into a grounded (earthed) 3pin outlet. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for example, by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by attaching a 2-pin adapter. Plug the power cord... into the power connector (1) on the power cord, plug the cord into an AC outlet (3). Plug the other end of electric shock or damage to...
Plug the AC adapter into the AC adapter (2). 3. Connecting the AC adapter 19 To reduce the risk of the power cord into a grounded (earthed) 3pin outlet. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for example, by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by attaching a 2-pin adapter. Plug the power cord... into the power connector (1) on the power cord, plug the cord into an AC outlet (3). Plug the other end of electric shock or damage to...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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Index A AC adapter, connecting 19 B battery calibrating 14 charging 11, 14 conserving power 17 disposing 17 inserting 9 low battery levels 12 recharging 16 removing 9 storing 17 battery light ...
Index A AC adapter, connecting 19 B battery calibrating 14 charging 11, 14 conserving power 17 disposing 17 inserting 9 low battery levels 12 recharging 16 removing 9 storing 17 battery light ...
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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... or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Use the computer only on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface...or clothing, during operation. iii Safety warning notice WARNING! Also, do not place the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
... or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Use the computer only on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface...or clothing, during operation. iii Safety warning notice WARNING! Also, do not place the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. Do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow.
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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... not connected to external power. ● Off: The computer is being accessed. 8 Chapter 2 Components Connects an optional USB device. Left-side components Component (1) Power connector (2) AC adapter light (3) External monitor port (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) HDMI port (6) USB port (7) Digital Media Slot (8) Digital Media Slot light Description Connects an...
... not connected to external power. ● Off: The computer is being accessed. 8 Chapter 2 Components Connects an optional USB device. Left-side components Component (1) Power connector (2) AC adapter light (3) External monitor port (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) HDMI port (6) USB port (7) Digital Media Slot (8) Digital Media Slot light Description Connects an...
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. (4) Modem cable* (select models only) Connects the internal modem to an RJ-11 telephone jack or to a country- or region-specific modem adapter. *Modem cables, batteries, and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. Additional hardware components 13
Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to DC power. (3) Battery* Powers the computer when the computer is not plugged into external power. (4) Modem cable* (select models only) Connects the internal modem to an RJ-11 telephone jack or to a country- or region-specific modem adapter. *Modem cables, batteries, and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. Additional hardware components 13
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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Index A AC adapter light, identifying 8 AC adapter, identifying 13 antennae 12 applications key, Windows 3 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 5 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 5 B battery bay 14 battery bay, identifying 9 battery ...3 fn 3 function 3 keypad 3 volume 3 Windows applications 3 Windows logo 3 L labels Bluetooth 14 HP Broadband 14 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 14 modem approval 14 regulatory 14 service tag 14 SIM 14 wireless certification 14 WLAN 14 latches battery release 9 lights AC adapter 8 battery 5 caps lock 11 Digital Media Slot 8 drive 5 num lock 11 power...
Index A AC adapter light, identifying 8 AC adapter, identifying 13 antennae 12 applications key, Windows 3 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 5 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 5 B battery bay 14 battery bay, identifying 9 battery ...3 fn 3 function 3 keypad 3 volume 3 Windows applications 3 Windows logo 3 L labels Bluetooth 14 HP Broadband 14 Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity 14 modem approval 14 regulatory 14 service tag 14 SIM 14 wireless certification 14 WLAN 14 latches battery release 9 lights AC adapter 8 battery 5 caps lock 11 Digital Media Slot 8 drive 5 num lock 11 power...
HP G50 Notebook PC and Compaq Presario CQ50 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface, ... or obstruct the computer air vents. To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Do not allow the AC adapter to block airflow. Also, do not place the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. iii Safety warning notice WARNING!
The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface, ... or obstruct the computer air vents. To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Do not allow the AC adapter to block airflow. Also, do not place the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. iii Safety warning notice WARNING!
HP G50 Notebook PC and Compaq Presario CQ50 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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Category Description HP G50 Notebook PC Compaq Presario CQ50 Notebook PC Support for the following batteries: √ √ ● 12-cell, 2.20-Ah, 95-Wh ● 6-cell, 2.55-Ah, 55-Wh ● 6-cell, 2.20-Ah, 47-....0-inch) keyboard √ √ devices TouchPad with 2 TouchPad buttons √ √ Supports 4-way scroll √ √ Taps enabled as default √ √ Power requirements 65-W AC adapter with auto- With adapter (not included), supports mini versions of SD, MMC, MS Duo.
Category Description HP G50 Notebook PC Compaq Presario CQ50 Notebook PC Support for the following batteries: √ √ ● 12-cell, 2.20-Ah, 95-Wh ● 6-cell, 2.55-Ah, 55-Wh ● 6-cell, 2.20-Ah, 47-....0-inch) keyboard √ √ devices TouchPad with 2 TouchPad buttons √ √ Supports 4-way scroll √ √ Taps enabled as default √ √ Power requirements 65-W AC adapter with auto- With adapter (not included), supports mini versions of SD, MMC, MS Duo.
HP G50 Notebook PC and Compaq Presario CQ50 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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.... Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. Left-side components Item (1) (2) Component Power connector AC adapter light (3) External monitor port (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) HDMI port (6) USB port (7) Digital Media Slot (8) Digital Media Slot light Function Connects an...
.... Connects an optional video or audio device, such as a highdefinition television, or any compatible digital or audio component. Left-side components Item (1) (2) Component Power connector AC adapter light (3) External monitor port (4) RJ-45 (network) jack (5) HDMI port (6) USB port (7) Digital Media Slot (8) Digital Media Slot light Function Connects an...
HP G50 Notebook PC and Compaq Presario CQ50 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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Miscellaneous parts Description 65-W PFC AC adapter Power cords: For use in Argentina For use in Australia For use in Denmark For use in Europe For use in India For use in ...
Miscellaneous parts Description 65-W PFC AC adapter Power cords: For use in Argentina For use in Australia For use in Denmark For use in Europe For use in India For use in ...
HP G50 Notebook PC and Compaq Presario CQ50 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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..., Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zaire, Zambia, and Zimbabwe 65-W PFC AC adapter AMD Turion Ultra Dual-Core ZM-80 2.10-GHz processor (35W, 2-MB L2 cache, includes replacement thermal material) AMD Turion Ultra Dual-Core ZM-82...
..., Tunisia, Turkey, Turkmenistan, Tuvalu, Uganda, Ukraine, the United Arab Emirates, the United Kingdom, Uruguay, Uzbekistan, Vanuatu, Venezuela, Vietnam, Yemen, Zaire, Zambia, and Zimbabwe 65-W PFC AC adapter AMD Turion Ultra Dual-Core ZM-80 2.10-GHz processor (35W, 2-MB L2 cache, includes replacement thermal material) AMD Turion Ultra Dual-Core ZM-82...
HP G50 Notebook PC and Compaq Presario CQ50 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... battery and reassemble the computer. 8. Preliminary replacement requirements 37 Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on page 40). 5. Disconnect...
... battery and reassemble the computer. 8. Preliminary replacement requirements 37 Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. 4. If you are unsure whether the computer is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on page 40). 5. Disconnect...
HP G50 Notebook PC and Compaq Presario CQ50 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... toward you are unsure whether the computer is seated. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove it (3) from the computer. The battery release latch automatically locks the battery into...
... toward you are unsure whether the computer is seated. Disconnect the power from the computer by first unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet and then unplugging the AC adapter from the computer. Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove it (3) from the computer. The battery release latch automatically locks the battery into...