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iii 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, ... the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. Use the computer only on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Do not allow the AC adapter to block airflow. Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).
iii 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, ... the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. Use the computer only on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Do not allow the AC adapter to block airflow. Safety warning notice WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).
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... weak 22 Cannot connect to the wireless router 22 Using the modem (select models only 23 Connecting a modem cable 23 Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter 24 Selecting a location setting 24 Viewing the current location selection 24 Adding new locations when traveling 25 Solving travel connection problems 26 Connecting to a local...
... weak 22 Cannot connect to the wireless router 22 Using the modem (select models only 23 Connecting a modem cable 23 Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter 24 Selecting a location setting 24 Viewing the current location selection 24 Adding new locations when traveling 25 Solving travel connection problems 26 Connecting to a local...
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... Selecting a different power plan 48 Customizing power plans 48 Setting password protection on wakeup 49 Using external AC power ...50 Connecting the AC adapter 51 Testing an AC adapter ...52 Using battery power ...53 Finding battery information in Help and Support 53 Using Battery Check ...53 Displaying the remaining battery charge 54...
... Selecting a different power plan 48 Customizing power plans 48 Setting password protection on wakeup 49 Using external AC power ...50 Connecting the AC adapter 51 Testing an AC adapter ...52 Using battery power ...53 Finding battery information in Help and Support 53 Using Battery Check ...53 Displaying the remaining battery charge 54...
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...computer is charging. ● Off: The computer is being mishandled or stolen. 6 Chapter 1 Features on select models only) (4) AC adapter light ● Blinking white: The computer is in this section. Component Description (1) Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is not connected... to external power. (5) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. (6) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to act as a deterrent, but it may look slightly different from being ...
...computer is charging. ● Off: The computer is being mishandled or stolen. 6 Chapter 1 Features on select models only) (4) AC adapter light ● Blinking white: The computer is in this section. Component Description (1) Optical drive light Blinking: The optical drive is not connected... to external power. (5) Power connector Connects an AC adapter. (6) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to act as a deterrent, but it may look slightly different from being ...
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Components 11 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. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.
Components 11 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. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.
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...show all wireless devices. Before working your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to Help and Support for all adapters. 4. Click the arrow next to Network adapters to the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device. Identify the WLAN device from other devices. If wireless networking is not listed in... is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Wireless device encountered interference from the Network adapters list. If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer.
...show all wireless devices. Before working your computer: NOTE: Windows includes the User Account Control feature to Help and Support for all adapters. 4. Click the arrow next to Network adapters to the computer by purchasing a wireless networking device. Identify the WLAN device from other devices. If wireless networking is not listed in... is not installed correctly or has been disabled. ● Wireless device or router hardware has failed. ● Wireless device encountered interference from the Network adapters list. If no WLAN device is listed, either your computer.
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To connect a modem cable: 1. Using the modem (select models only) 23 In some countries, a country-specific modem cable adapter (included with select models only) or telephone cable into the RJ-45 (network) jack. Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11 telephone wall jack (2). ...
To connect a modem cable: 1. Using the modem (select models only) 23 In some countries, a country-specific modem cable adapter (included with select models only) or telephone cable into the RJ-45 (network) jack. Plug the modem cable into the RJ-11 telephone wall jack (2). ...
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Plug the country-specific modem cable adapter (3) into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. To connect the modem to display your location. 24 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Selecting a location ... and the modem cable (included with select models only) outside the country in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country-specific modem cable adapter (included with select models only). Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country. Plug the modem cable into the country-specific modem cable...
Plug the country-specific modem cable adapter (3) into the modem jack (1) on the computer. 2. To connect the modem to display your location. 24 Chapter 2 Wireless, local area network, and modem Selecting a location ... and the modem cable (included with select models only) outside the country in which you purchased the computer, you must obtain a country-specific modem cable adapter (included with select models only). Connecting a country-specific modem cable adapter Telephone jacks vary by country. Plug the modem cable into the country-specific modem cable...
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...: WARNING! To increase display brightness, press f3 or reconnect the AC adapter. 50 Chapter 5 Power management 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. ● Approved AC adapter ● Optional expansion product Connect the computer to charge. ●...
...: WARNING! To increase display brightness, press f3 or reconnect the AC adapter. 50 Chapter 5 Power management 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. ● Approved AC adapter ● Optional expansion product Connect the computer to charge. ●...
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The grounding pin is easily accessible at all times. Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet (3). Plug the other end of electric shock or damage ... power cord into an AC outlet that is an important safety feature. Using external AC power 51 Connecting the AC adapter WARNING! Plug 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. To reduce the risk of the power cord into the power connector (1) on the power cord, plug the cord into ...
The grounding pin is easily accessible at all times. Plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet (3). Plug the other end of electric shock or damage ... power cord into an AC outlet that is an important safety feature. Using external AC power 51 Connecting the AC adapter WARNING! Plug 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. To reduce the risk of the power cord into the power connector (1) on the power cord, plug the cord into ...
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... on the computer. ● If the power light turns on a flat surface. Shut down on , the AC adapter is not functioning and should be replaced. b. Turn the computer upside down the computer and close the display. c. Slide the battery release latch (1) to AC ... on. ● The display does not turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 52 Chapter 5 Power management Connect the AC adapter to the computer, and then plug it is connected to release the battery. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it into...
... on the computer. ● If the power light turns on a flat surface. Shut down on , the AC adapter is not functioning and should be replaced. b. Turn the computer upside down the computer and close the display. c. Slide the battery release latch (1) to AC ... on. ● The display does not turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 52 Chapter 5 Power management Connect the AC adapter to the computer, and then plug it is connected to release the battery. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it into...
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... or in the computer. To increase display brightness, press f3 or reconnect the AC adapter. If the computer contains a charged battery and is running on how you disconnect AC power. NOTE: The display brightness is disconnected from HP. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to the computer, and other factors...
... or in the computer. To increase display brightness, press f3 or reconnect the AC adapter. If the computer contains a charged battery and is running on how you disconnect AC power. NOTE: The display brightness is disconnected from HP. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to the computer, and other factors...
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...battery while you are onboard aircraft. Charging may show 100 percent charge before the battery is much warmer or cooler than room temperature. The AC adapter light displays charge status: ● On: The battery is charging. ● Blinking: The battery has reached a low battery level or ... ● If the battery has been unused for two weeks or more , calibrate the battery instead of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, or an optional expansion product. Charging a battery WARNING! The battery charges whenever the computer is fully charged, in use , or not...
...battery while you are onboard aircraft. Charging may show 100 percent charge before the battery is much warmer or cooler than room temperature. The AC adapter light displays charge status: ● On: The battery is charging. ● Blinking: The battery has reached a low battery level or ... ● If the battery has been unused for two weeks or more , calibrate the battery instead of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, or an optional expansion product. Charging a battery WARNING! The battery charges whenever the computer is fully charged, in use , or not...
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...discharged battery, and then insert a charged battery. 3. The computer takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1. Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time ... as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Tips for the computer reaches a low battery level, the AC adapter light blinks. Resolving a low battery level when external power is not resolved, the computer enters a critical battery level, and the ...
...discharged battery, and then insert a charged battery. 3. The computer takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1. Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time ... as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Tips for the computer reaches a low battery level, the AC adapter light blinks. Resolving a low battery level when external power is not resolved, the computer enters a critical battery level, and the ...
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...battery. Do not charge the computer battery while you can reset them after the calibration. To fully charge the battery: 1. The AC adapter light on the computer turns on the computer turns off . Connect the computer to exit Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. Using battery... power 57 Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button. The AC adapter light on . 3. or - NOTE: The battery charges whether the computer is available ▲ Initiate Hibernation. - Leave the computer plugged into ...
...battery. Do not charge the computer battery while you can reset them after the calibration. To fully charge the battery: 1. The AC adapter light on the computer turns on the computer turns off . Connect the computer to exit Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. Using battery... power 57 Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button. The AC adapter light on . 3. or - NOTE: The battery charges whether the computer is available ▲ Initiate Hibernation. - Leave the computer plugged into ...
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... will discharge faster while you are using it on battery power until the battery is fully charged and the AC adapter light has turned off. Using battery power 59 The AC adapter light begins to blink when the battery has discharged to leave the computer unattended during the discharge, save your information... not turn off the computer. 2. Step 3: Discharge the battery The computer must remain on the computer turns off. When the battery is recharged, the AC adapter light on while the battery is discharged, the AC adapter light turns off and the computer shuts down.
... will discharge faster while you are using it on battery power until the battery is fully charged and the AC adapter light has turned off. Using battery power 59 The AC adapter light begins to blink when the battery has discharged to leave the computer unattended during the discharge, save your information... not turn off the computer. 2. Step 3: Discharge the battery The computer must remain on the computer turns off. When the battery is recharged, the AC adapter light on while the battery is discharged, the AC adapter light turns off and the computer shuts down.
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NOTE: For best results, be sure that your AC adapter is plugged into place. 6. Gently press the disc (3) down onto the tray spindle until the disc snaps into an external power source while playing a BD. If you want to select how you have not yet configured AutoPlay, as described in the following section, an AutoPlay dialog box opens. Optical drive 69 5. Close the disc tray. It prompts you to use the media content.
NOTE: For best results, be sure that your AC adapter is plugged into place. 6. Gently press the disc (3) down onto the tray spindle until the disc snaps into an external power source while playing a BD. If you want to select how you have not yet configured AutoPlay, as described in the following section, an AutoPlay dialog box opens. Optical drive 69 5. Close the disc tray. It prompts you to use the media content.
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... the drive to the manufacturer's instructions. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44 MB disk drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information about...
... the drive to the manufacturer's instructions. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44 MB disk drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information about...
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You will hear a sound when the device has been detected, and a menu of adapter into the Digital Media Slot, and then push in on the card until it is firmly seated. Hold the digital card label side up, with ...
You will hear a sound when the device has been detected, and a menu of adapter into the Digital Media Slot, and then push in on the card until it is firmly seated. Hold the digital card label side up, with ...
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...Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM. ● Floppy Boot―Enable/disable boot from diskette. ● Internal Network Adapter Boot―Enable/disable boot from the internal network adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for the f10 and f12 functions of Setup Utility in DC ...Virtualization Technology. Run a comprehensive self-test on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Run a comprehensive self-test ...
...Enable/disable boot from CD-ROM. ● Floppy Boot―Enable/disable boot from diskette. ● Internal Network Adapter Boot―Enable/disable boot from the internal network adapter. ● Boot Order―Set the boot order for the f10 and f12 functions of Setup Utility in DC ...Virtualization Technology. Run a comprehensive self-test on Key/USB Hard Disk ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM Drive ◦ USB Floppy ◦ Network Adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this Run a comprehensive self-test ...