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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. Notebook Essentials 1 Access to set up a wireless network Finding the user guides User...
... 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. Notebook Essentials 1 Access to set up a wireless network Finding the user guides User...
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... privacy protection features, follow these practices: ■ Plug the computer power cord into an optional, high-quality surge protector. 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...
... privacy protection features, follow these practices: ■ Plug the computer power cord into an optional, high-quality surge protector. 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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... the International Standard for battery disposal information, refer to the User Guides disc included with a 3-pin attachment plug on your equipment, observe these practices: ■ Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. Å... Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Å WARNING: To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter or battery provided with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation.
... the International Standard for battery disposal information, refer to the User Guides disc included with a 3-pin attachment plug on your equipment, observe these practices: ■ Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. Å... Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Å WARNING: To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter or battery provided with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation.
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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 Chapter 2: What's next?
... 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 Chapter 2: What's next?
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...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. Click Start, and then click Help ... you fix a problem when the computer is offline. Quick troubleshooting The computer is unable to 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 determine why the computer will not start...
...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. Click Start, and then click Help ... you fix a problem when the computer is offline. Quick troubleshooting The computer is unable to 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 determine why the computer will not start...
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... a vent 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. The computer is on but not responding If the computer is turned on the computer, refer to display the image on all devices. But... of these settings may be the cause: ■ The computer may not be set 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 connected to the next section, "The computer is on both devices ...
... a vent 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. The computer is on but not responding If the computer is turned on the computer, refer to display the image on all devices. But... of these settings may be the cause: ■ The computer may not be set 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 connected to the next section, "The computer is on both devices ...
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... Remove all optical discs and all external devices. 4. Back up your information. Keep the backup separate from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack and store it before shipping, storing, or traveling with a drive. 3. Security devices with the rest of your information. 2. If you are uncertain of the...
... Remove all optical discs and all external devices. 4. Back up your information. Keep the backup separate from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack and store it before shipping, storing, or traveling with a drive. 3. Security devices with the rest of your information. 2. If you are uncertain of the...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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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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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 cool internal components and prevent overheating. Holds the hard drive. 8 Chapter 1 Features NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Contains the two memory module slots. Releases the battery from the battery bay. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation.
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 cool internal components and prevent overheating. Holds the hard drive. 8 Chapter 1 Features NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool internal components. Contains the two memory module slots. Releases the battery from the battery bay. It is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine operation.
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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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... troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one or more certification labels are affixed inside the battery bay. ● Modem approval label (select models only)-Provides regulatory information about the computer. This label is affixed to have been approved for use . An...
... troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with your computer model includes one or more wireless devices, one or more certification labels are affixed inside the battery bay. ● Modem approval label (select models only)-Provides regulatory information about the computer. This label is affixed to have been approved for use . An...
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... loss of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer 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 When Hibernation is initiated, your work is saved to memory, letting you exit Sleep faster than...
... loss of networking connection or perform any computer functions while the computer 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 When Hibernation is initiated, your work is saved to memory, letting you exit Sleep faster than...
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... power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you stopped working . With the computer on both battery power and external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. Power settings and timeouts can initiate Sleep in any of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button... button. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of inactivity when running on , you can be required on wakeup, you stopped working .
... power lights turn on and your work returns to the screen where you stopped working . With the computer on both battery power and external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. Power settings and timeouts can initiate Sleep in any of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button... button. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of inactivity when running on , you can be required on wakeup, you stopped working .
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...icons. 3. Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 48 Chapter 5 Power management The battery meter allows you conserve power or maximize performance. Using the battery meter The battery meter is located in the notification area, at the far right of the notification area). 2. Click OK.... Selecting a different power plan ▲ Click the battery meter icon in the notification area, and then click More power options. - Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power...
...icons. 3. Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 48 Chapter 5 Power management The battery meter allows you conserve power or maximize performance. Using the battery meter The battery meter is located in the notification area, at the far right of the notification area). 2. Click OK.... Selecting a different power plan ▲ Click the battery meter icon in the notification area, and then click More power options. - Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power...
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...9679; The display brightness is automatically decreased to save battery life. 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. ● If the computer is turned on, the battery meter icon in the notification area changes ...
...9679; The display brightness is automatically decreased to save battery life. 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. ● If the computer is turned on, the battery meter icon in the notification area changes ...
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..., the AC adapter is connected to release the battery. To test the AC adapter: 1. Contact technical support for information on , the AC adapter is functioning properly. ● If the power light remains off . c. Remove the battery from the computer (3). 2. Turn the computer upside... down the computer and close the display. a. Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove the battery from the computer. d. Slide the battery release latch (1) to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn ...
..., the AC adapter is connected to release the battery. To test the AC adapter: 1. Contact technical support for information on , the AC adapter is functioning properly. ● If the power light remains off . c. Remove the battery from the computer (3). 2. Turn the computer upside... down the computer and close the display. a. Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove the battery from the computer. d. Slide the battery release latch (1) to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn ...
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... or in storage, depending on how you disconnect AC power. To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the computer. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter...
... or in storage, depending on how you disconnect AC power. To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the computer. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter...
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...loss of information, initiate Hibernation or shut down on a flat surface. 3. To remove the battery: 1. Insert the battery into place. The battery release latch (3) automatically locks the battery into the battery bay (1) , and then rotate it downward until it is the sole power source can cause... loss of the taskbar. To insert the battery: 1. Inserting or removing the battery CAUTION: Removing a battery that is seated (2). Turn the computer upside down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. ...
...loss of information, initiate Hibernation or shut down on a flat surface. 3. To remove the battery: 1. Insert the battery into place. The battery release latch (3) automatically locks the battery into the battery bay (1) , and then rotate it downward until it is the sole power source can cause... loss of the taskbar. To insert the battery: 1. Inserting or removing the battery CAUTION: Removing a battery that is seated (2). Turn the computer upside down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. ...
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... 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 off . NOTE: If the computer is fully charged. ● Allow the battery to discharge below 5 percent of simply ...charged, in use, but it . Charging may show 100 percent charge before charging it. ● 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. ...
... 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 off . NOTE: If the computer is fully charged. ● Allow the battery to discharge below 5 percent of simply ...charged, in use, but it . Charging may show 100 percent charge before charging it. ● 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. ...
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... responses can be changed using Power Options do not restore power until the power lights turn off the computer or initiate Hibernation. 2. Tips for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the brightness on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in Windows Control Panel. Preferences set at the factory...
... responses can be changed using Power Options do not restore power until the power lights turn off the computer or initiate Hibernation. 2. Tips for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the brightness on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in Windows Control Panel. Preferences set at the factory...