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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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...; Plug the computer power cord into an optional, high-quality surge protector. Some firewalls also monitor outgoing traffic. Protecting your location, provide surge protection 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...
...; Plug the computer power cord into an optional, high-quality surge protector. Some firewalls also monitor outgoing traffic. Protecting your location, provide surge protection 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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... and for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Å WARNING: To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter or battery provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on your power cord, plug the cord into an AC outlet that is an important safety feature. Å... Safety and Environmental Notices. 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 pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. Also, do not place the computer directly on your lap ...
... and for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Å WARNING: To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter or battery provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on your power cord, plug the cord into an AC outlet that is an important safety feature. Å... Safety and Environmental Notices. 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 pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. Also, do not place the computer directly on your lap ...
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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 Save your work and close all open programs. 2.
... 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 Save your work and close all open programs. 2.
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... and Support. 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 computer. ■ If the computer is running on when you press the power button, the following suggestions may help you determine why the... a problem when the computer is offline. Notebook Essentials 13 Quick troubleshooting The computer is unable to start up If the computer does not turn on battery power or is plugged into an AC outlet, plug another electrical device into an AC outlet using the AC adapter.
... and Support. 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 computer. ■ If the computer is running on when you press the power button, the following suggestions may help you determine why the... a problem when the computer is offline. Notebook Essentials 13 Quick troubleshooting The computer is unable to start up If the computer does not turn on battery power or is plugged into an AC outlet, plug another electrical device into an AC outlet using the AC adapter.
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...in the sequence provided, until shutdown occurs: Ä CAUTION: Emergency shutdown procedures result in use , or when the computer has reached a low battery level. Software is functioning abnormally If the software is in the loss of unsaved information. ■ Press ctrl+alt+delete. Then, in the lower... If the computer is turned on but is on but not responding to the "Protecting the computer from external power and remove the battery. To exit Sleep or Hibernation, briefly press the power button. ■ Sleep and Hibernation are energy-saving features that turn off the...
...in the sequence provided, until shutdown occurs: Ä CAUTION: Emergency shutdown procedures result in use , or when the computer has reached a low battery level. Software is functioning abnormally If the software is in the loss of unsaved information. ■ Press ctrl+alt+delete. Then, in the lower... If the computer is turned on but is on but not responding to the "Protecting the computer from external power and remove the battery. To exit Sleep or Hibernation, briefly press the power button. ■ Sleep and Hibernation are energy-saving features that turn off the...
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... along a backup of information, remove the media from a drive before shipping, storing, or traveling with a voltage converter kit sold for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack and store it in with the rest of your bags. Ä Avoid exposing a drive to a drive, or loss of your information. 2. Such restrictions may...
... along a backup of information, remove the media from a drive before shipping, storing, or traveling with a voltage converter kit sold for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack and store it in with the rest of your bags. Ä Avoid exposing a drive to a drive, or loss of your information. 2. Such restrictions may...
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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Releases the battery from the battery bay. It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cycle on and off during routine operation. 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 cool internal components. Holds the hard drive. 8 Chapter 1 Features
Releases the battery from the battery bay. It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cycle on and off during routine operation. 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 cool internal components. Holds the hard drive. 8 Chapter 1 Features
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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. *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. Components 11
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...; Wireless certification label(s)-Provide information about the computer. The regulatory label is affixed to the bottom of your computer. This 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...
...; Wireless certification label(s)-Provide information about the computer. The regulatory label is affixed to the bottom of your computer. This 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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... drive and the computer turns off. When Hibernation is initiated, your work 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 CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or...
... drive and the computer turns off. When Hibernation is initiated, your work 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 CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or...
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... Panel. 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 inactivity when running on external power. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your... work returns to initiate Sleep after 1,080 minutes (18 hours) of inactivity when running on both battery power and external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is set a password to be changed using Power Options in any ...
... Panel. 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 inactivity when running on external power. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your... work returns to initiate Sleep after 1,080 minutes (18 hours) of inactivity when running on both battery power and external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is set a password to be changed using Power Options in any ...
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...computer uses power. Customizing power plans 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Different battery meter icons indicate whether the computer is running on battery or external power. Under Behaviors, select Show icons and notifications for the Power icon. 4. You can help you to...is located in the notification area, at the far right of the notification area). 2. Selecting a different power plan ▲ Click the battery meter icon in the notification area, and then click More power options. - Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings...
...computer uses power. Customizing power plans 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Different battery meter icons indicate whether the computer is running on battery or external power. Under Behaviors, select Show icons and notifications for the Power icon. 4. You can help you to...is located in the notification area, at the far right of the notification area). 2. Selecting a different power plan ▲ Click the battery meter icon in the notification area, and then click More power options. - Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings...
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...purchased from HP. ● Approved AC adapter ● Optional expansion product Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the following devices: WARNING! When you connect the computer to external AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switches to save battery life. ... press f3 or reconnect the AC adapter. 50 Chapter 5 Power management Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft. ● When you are charging or calibrating a battery ● When you are installing or modifying system software ● When you are writing information to...
...purchased from HP. ● Approved AC adapter ● Optional expansion product Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the following devices: WARNING! When you connect the computer to external AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switches to save battery life. ... press f3 or reconnect the AC adapter. 50 Chapter 5 Power management Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft. ● When you are charging or calibrating a battery ● When you are installing or modifying system software ● When you are writing information to...
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... the AC adapter to the computer, and then plug it is functioning properly. ● If the power light remains off . Remove the battery from the computer (3). 2. Turn on the computer. ● If the power light turns on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 52 Chapter 5 ...Power management Turn the computer upside down the computer and close the display. Slide the battery release latch (1) to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on a flat surface. c. ...
... the AC adapter to the computer, and then plug it is functioning properly. ● If the power light remains off . Remove the battery from the computer (3). 2. Turn on the computer. ● If the power light turns on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 52 Chapter 5 ...Power management Turn the computer upside down the computer and close the display. Slide the battery release latch (1) to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on a flat surface. c. ...
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... the computer is disconnected from HP. However, a battery in storage, depending on battery 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. Connect the AC adapter to function properly. 2. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to battery power if the AC...
... the computer is disconnected from HP. However, a battery in storage, depending on battery 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. Connect the AC adapter to function properly. 2. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to battery power if the AC...
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... Windows before removing the battery. Close the display. 2. To remove the battery: 1. 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. The battery release latch (3) automatically locks the battery into the battery bay (1) , and... down on a flat surface. 3. To prevent loss of the taskbar. Inserting or removing the battery CAUTION: Removing a battery that is seated (2). To insert the battery: 1. Insert the battery into place. Turn off the computer and close the display. 2.
... Windows before removing the battery. Close the display. 2. To remove the battery: 1. 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. The battery release latch (3) automatically locks the battery into the battery bay (1) , and... down on a flat surface. 3. To prevent loss of the taskbar. Inserting or removing the battery CAUTION: Removing a battery that is seated (2). To insert the battery: 1. Insert the battery into place. Turn off the computer and close the display. 2.
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... AC adapter, an optional power adapter, or an optional expansion product. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge displays, follow these recommendations: ● If you are charging a new battery, charge it fully before charging it . NOTE: If the computer is fully charged... 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 the notification area may take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for one...
... AC adapter, an optional power adapter, or an optional expansion product. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge displays, follow these recommendations: ● If you are charging a new battery, charge it fully before charging it . NOTE: If the computer is fully charged... 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 the notification area may take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for one...
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...the power lights turn off the computer or initiate Hibernation. 2. Turn off . Remove the discharged battery, and then insert a charged battery. 3. Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using Power Options in ...product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1. Maximum discharge time gradually shortens, as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Tips for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is ...
...the power lights turn off the computer or initiate Hibernation. 2. Turn off . Remove the discharged battery, and then insert a charged battery. 3. Managing low battery levels The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using Power Options in ...product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1. Maximum discharge time gradually shortens, as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Tips for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is ...