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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.
... 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.
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...-quality surge protector. Telephone line surge protectors are available from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, either run the computer on battery power or shut down the computer and unplug the power cord. ■ If applicable to your privacy When you or the computer. Surge protectors are...
...-quality surge protector. Telephone line surge protectors are available from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, either run the computer on battery power or shut down the computer and unplug the power cord. ■ If applicable to your privacy When you or the computer. Surge protectors are...
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... User Guides, or refer to the User Guides disc included with some models. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for battery disposal information, refer to the User Guides disc included with some models. To access the notices, click Start, click Help and Support... or refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. For more safety and regulatory information, and for example, by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from the computer). ■ If provided with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the...
... User Guides, or refer to the User Guides disc included with some models. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for battery disposal information, refer to the User Guides disc included with some models. To access the notices, click Start, click Help and Support... or refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices. For more safety and regulatory information, and for example, by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from the computer). ■ If provided with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the...
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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? Turning off the computer Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1.
... 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? Turning off the computer Whenever possible, turn off the computer by using the standard shutdown procedure: 1.
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...another electrical device into the outlet to "Quick troubleshooting," the next section in this computer. ■ If the computer is running 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 ... 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. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources...
...another electrical device into the outlet to "Quick troubleshooting," the next section in this computer. ■ If the computer is running 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 ... 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. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resources...
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... unusually warm It 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. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting The computer screen is blank If the screen is blank but you have not turned off the display. But if the computer... the system while the computer is on but is turned on but not responding to the "Protecting the computer from external power and remove the battery.
... unusually warm It 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. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting The computer screen is blank If the screen is blank but you have not turned off the display. But if the computer... the system while the computer is on but is turned on but not responding to the "Protecting the computer from external power and remove the battery.
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.... Å To reduce the risk of information, remove the media from a drive before removing the drive from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack and store it on. ■ If you are shipping the computer or a drive, use the computer during a flight, check with magnetic fields include airport...
.... Å To reduce the risk of information, remove the media from a drive before removing the drive from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack and store it on. ■ If you are shipping the computer or a drive, use the computer during a flight, check with magnetic fields include airport...
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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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Holds the hard drive. 8 Chapter 1 Features Contains the two memory module slots. 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. 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 Contains the two memory module slots. 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. 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.
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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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... Authenticity-Contains the Windows Product Key. If 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. Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may...
... Authenticity-Contains the Windows Product Key. If 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. Labels The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may...
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... file on the hard drive and the computer turns off. 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 When Hibernation is initiated, your work is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears...
... file on the hard drive and the computer turns off. 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 When Hibernation is initiated, your work is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears...
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... Hibernate. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is set at the factory to be changed using Power Options in any of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is set at the factory to the... Control Panel. With the computer on, you stopped working . NOTE: If you have set a password to the screen where you can be required on both battery power and external power, or when the...
... Hibernate. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is set at the factory to be changed using Power Options in any of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of the following ways: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is set at the factory to the... Control Panel. With the computer on, you stopped working . NOTE: If you have set a password to the screen where you can be required on both battery power and external power, or when the...
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...power plan. or - 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, and then select a power plan from the list. - You can help you to quickly ... power options. - Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options, and then select a power plan from the list. Different battery meter icons indicate whether the computer is a collection of the notification area). 2. Click Customize notification icons. 3. Under Behaviors, select Show icons and ...
...power plan. or - 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, and then select a power plan from the list. - You can help you to quickly ... power options. - Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options, and then select a power plan from the list. Different battery meter icons indicate whether the computer is a collection of the notification area). 2. Click Customize notification icons. 3. Under Behaviors, select Show icons and ...
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... 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 battery power. ● The display brightness is turned on, the battery meter icon in the notification area changes appearance. When you connect 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 battery power. ● The display brightness is turned on, the battery meter icon in the notification area changes appearance. When you connect the...
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... AC adapter is functioning properly. ● If the power light remains off . Turn the computer upside down the computer and close the display. d. Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove the battery from the computer. Shut down on . ● The power light is off , the AC adapter is connected to release the... the AC adapter to the computer, and then plug it is not functioning and should be replaced. Slide the battery release latch (1) to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on a flat surface. Testing an AC adapter ...
... AC adapter is functioning properly. ● If the power light remains off . Turn the computer upside down the computer and close the display. d. Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove the battery from the computer. Shut down on . ● The power light is off , the AC adapter is connected to release the... the AC adapter to the computer, and then plug it is not functioning and should be replaced. Slide the battery release latch (1) to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on a flat surface. Testing an AC adapter ...
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..., press f3 or reconnect the AC adapter. Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is off and unplugged from HP. Finding battery information in the computer. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to see if they are functioning properly,... issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. To run Battery Check: 1. If the computer contains a charged battery and is running on the status of the examination. Using Battery Check Battery Check, a part of...
..., press f3 or reconnect the AC adapter. Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is off and unplugged from HP. Finding battery information in the computer. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to see if they are functioning properly,... issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. To run Battery Check: 1. If the computer contains a charged battery and is running on the status of the examination. Using Battery Check Battery Check, a part of...
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...of information, initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. To insert the battery: 1. 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... computer and close the display. 2. To prevent loss of the taskbar. To remove the battery: 1. Slide the battery release latch (1) to release the battery. 54 Chapter 5 Power management Insert the battery into place. Inserting or removing the battery CAUTION: Removing a battery that is seated (2).
...of information, initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. To insert the battery: 1. 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... computer and close the display. 2. To prevent loss of the taskbar. To remove the battery: 1. Slide the battery release latch (1) to release the battery. 54 Chapter 5 Power management Insert the battery into place. Inserting or removing the battery CAUTION: Removing a battery that is seated (2).
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... through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, or an optional expansion product. Using battery power 55 The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use before the battery is fully charged, in use, but it . Charging may show 100 percent charge before... 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. ● Allow the battery to discharge below 5 percent of battery charge displays, follow these recommendations: ●...
... through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, or an optional expansion product. Using battery power 55 The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use before the battery is fully charged, in use, but it . Charging may show 100 percent charge before... 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. ● Allow the battery to discharge below 5 percent of battery charge displays, follow these recommendations: ●...
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...lights turn off the computer or initiate Hibernation. 2. Preferences set at the factory. Resolving a low battery level CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the following actions for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state,...AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using Power Options in the Sleep state, ...
...lights turn off the computer or initiate Hibernation. 2. Preferences set at the factory. Resolving a low battery level CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the following actions for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state,...AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in this section describes the alerts and system responses set using Power Options in the Sleep state, ...