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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. You can access Help and Support by clicking Start, and then clicking Help...
... 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. You can access Help and Support by clicking Start, and then clicking Help...
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... from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials Many software updates contain security enhancements. ■ Use a firewall. Firewall software monitors incoming traffic 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...
... from computer or electronics retailers in many regions. 4 Notebook Essentials Many software updates contain security enhancements. ■ Use a firewall. Firewall software monitors incoming traffic 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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...IEC 60950). Å WARNING: To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter or battery provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by unplugging the power cord from HP. For more safety and regulatory information, and for computer users. Using the computer safely Å... at all times. ■ Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. Also, do not place the computer directly on a hard, flat ...
...IEC 60950). Å WARNING: To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter or battery provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by unplugging the power cord from HP. For more safety and regulatory information, and for computer users. Using the computer safely Å... at all times. ■ Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. Also, do not place the computer directly on a hard, flat ...
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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. Click Start, and then click Shut...
... 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. Click Start, and then click Shut...
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... press the power button, the following suggestions may 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 tools, like Help and Support, can help you fix a problem when the computer is plugged... Essentials 13 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.
... press the power button, the following suggestions may 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 tools, like Help and Support, can help you fix a problem when the computer is plugged... Essentials 13 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.
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...button. ■ Press and hold the power button for the computer to feel warm to the "Protecting the computer from external power and remove the battery. On most models, when an optional external display, such as a monitor, is turned on the computer, refer to the touch while it may..., "The computer is on all devices. But if the computer feels unusually warm, it is in use , or when the computer has reached a low battery level. Software is functioning abnormally If the software is not responding." ■ Run a virus scan. When you press fn+f4 repeatedly, the image alternates...
...button. ■ Press and hold the power button for the computer to feel warm to the "Protecting the computer from external power and remove the battery. On most models, when an optional external display, such as a monitor, is turned on the computer, refer to the touch while it may..., "The computer is on all devices. But if the computer feels unusually warm, it is in use , or when the computer has reached a low battery level. Software is functioning abnormally If the software is not responding." ■ Run a virus scan. When you press fn+f4 repeatedly, the image alternates...
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... a drive. ■ In-flight computer use the computer. Back up your information. Keep the backup separate from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack and store it in with the rest of your itinerary. ❏ Check the power cord and adapter requirements for each country or region on...
... a drive. ■ In-flight computer use the computer. Back up your information. Keep the backup separate from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack and store it in with the rest of your itinerary. ❏ Check the power cord and adapter requirements for each country or region on...
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... 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 Inserting or removing the battery 54 Charging a battery ...55 Maximizing battery discharge time 56 Managing low battery levels 56 Identifying low battery levels 56 Resolving a low battery level 56 Resolving a low battery level when external power...
... 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 Inserting or removing the battery 54 Charging a battery ...55 Maximizing battery discharge time 56 Managing low battery levels 56 Identifying low battery levels 56 Resolving a low battery level 56 Resolving a low battery level when external power...
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Releases the battery from the battery bay. Holds the hard drive. 8 Chapter 1 Features It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components. Contains the two memory module slots. Bottom components Component (1) Battery bay (2) Vents (4) (3) Battery release latch (4) Memory module compartment (5) Hard drive bay Description Holds the battery. Enables airflow to cycle on and off during routine operation. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating.
Releases the battery from the battery bay. Holds the hard drive. 8 Chapter 1 Features It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components. Contains the two memory module slots. Bottom components Component (1) Battery bay (2) Vents (4) (3) Battery release latch (4) Memory module compartment (5) Hard drive bay Description Holds the battery. Enables airflow to cycle on and off during routine operation. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components and prevent overheating.
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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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.... 12 Chapter 1 Features You may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth® device. The regulatory label is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Modem approval label (select models only)-Provides regulatory information about the modem and lists the agency approval markings required by some of the...
.... 12 Chapter 1 Features You may be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device or an optional Bluetooth® device. The regulatory label is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Modem approval label (select models only)-Provides regulatory information about the modem and lists the agency approval markings required by some of the...
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... computer is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. When Sleep is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. 46 Chapter 5 Power management
... computer is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. When Sleep is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. 46 Chapter 5 Power management
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Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Close the display. ● Click Start, ...Hibernation The system is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard or a button on both battery power and external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. NOTE: If you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to initiate Sleep after 1,080 minutes ...
Initiating and exiting Sleep The system is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● Close the display. ● Click Start, ...Hibernation The system is closed, open the display. ● Press a key on the keyboard or a button on both battery power and external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. NOTE: If you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to initiate Sleep after 1,080 minutes ...
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... taskbar. Click OK. or - Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 48 Chapter 5 Power management Using the battery meter The battery meter is located in the notification area, at the left side of the notification area). 2. The icon also displays a message if the... battery has reached a low battery level, critical battery level, or reserve battery level. Viewing the current power plan ▲ Click the battery meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the ...
... taskbar. Click OK. or - Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 48 Chapter 5 Power management Using the battery meter The battery meter is located in the notification area, at the left side of the notification area). 2. The icon also displays a message if the... battery has reached a low battery level, critical battery level, or reserve battery level. Viewing the current power plan ▲ Click the battery meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the ...
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... notification area changes appearance. When you connect the computer to external AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is automatically decreased to external AC power under any of the following conditions: WARNING! To increase display ...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. ● Approved AC adapter ● Optional expansion product Connect the computer to save...
... notification area changes appearance. When you connect the computer to external AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is automatically decreased to external AC power under any of the following conditions: WARNING! To increase display ...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. ● Approved AC adapter ● Optional expansion product Connect the computer to save...
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... adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it into an AC outlet. 3. To test the AC adapter: 1. Remove the battery from the computer (3). 2. Slide the battery release latch (1) to the computer, and then plug it is connected to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ●...; The power light is off , the AC adapter is functioning properly. ● If the power light remains off . Connect the AC adapter to release the battery. Turn the computer upside down the computer and close the display. b. Pivot the...
... adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it into an AC outlet. 3. To test the AC adapter: 1. Remove the battery from the computer (3). 2. Slide the battery release latch (1) to the computer, and then plug it is connected to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ●...; The power light is off , the AC adapter is functioning properly. ● If the power light remains off . Connect the AC adapter to release the battery. Turn the computer upside down the computer and close the display. b. Pivot the...
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... safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the computer. To run Battery Check: 1. NOTE: The computer must be connected to external power for Battery Check to the computer. NOTE: The display brightness is running on battery power. Using Battery Check Battery Check, a part of the Help...
... safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the computer. To run Battery Check: 1. NOTE: The computer must be connected to external power for Battery Check to the computer. NOTE: The display brightness is running on battery power. Using Battery Check Battery Check, a part of the Help...
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... of information, initiate Hibernation or shut down on a flat surface. 3. Close the display. 2. Turn the computer upside down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. Slide the battery release latch (1) to release the battery. 54 Chapter 5 Power management Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. 3. Displaying the remaining...
... of information, initiate Hibernation or shut down on a flat surface. 3. Close the display. 2. Turn the computer upside down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. Slide the battery release latch (1) to release the battery. 54 Chapter 5 Power management Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. 3. Displaying the remaining...
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...more , or is much warmer or cooler than room temperature. Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft. The battery charges whether the computer is off . 4. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power... expansion product. The AC adapter light displays charge status: ● On: The battery is charging. ● Blinking: The battery has reached a low battery level or critical battery level and is not charging. ● Off: The battery is fully charged, in use , but it charges faster when the computer is ...
...more , or is much warmer or cooler than room temperature. Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft. The battery charges whether the computer is off . 4. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power... expansion product. The AC adapter light displays charge status: ● On: The battery is charging. ● Blinking: The battery has reached a low battery level or critical battery level and is not charging. ● Off: The battery is fully charged, in use , but it charges faster when the computer is ...
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...AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is the sole power source for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the brightness on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly.... ● Check the Power saver setting in a cool, dry location. Turn on battery power. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is available 1. Turn off . Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on the features you use while on the computer. 56 Chapter ...
...AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is the sole power source for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the brightness on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly.... ● Check the Power saver setting in a cool, dry location. Turn on battery power. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is available 1. Turn off . Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on the features you use while on the computer. 56 Chapter ...