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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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... use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, it is possible for unauthorized persons to a telephone line. 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 or the computer. Protecting the computer...
... use the computer for e-mail, network, or Internet access, it is possible for unauthorized persons to a telephone line. 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 or the computer. Protecting the computer...
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...adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from HP. It describes proper workstation setup and proper posture, health, and work habits for battery disposal information, refer to the User Guides disc included with ...is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. Å WARNING: To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of electric shock or damage to the User Guides disc included with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by the International Standard for...
...adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as an accessory from HP. It describes proper workstation setup and proper posture, health, and work habits for battery disposal information, refer to the User Guides disc included with ...is easily accessible at http://www.hp.com/ergo. Å WARNING: To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of electric shock or damage to the User Guides disc included with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by the International Standard for...
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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.
... 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.
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...Help and Support, can help you experience computer problems, perform these troubleshooting steps in this computer. ■ If the computer is running on battery power or is offline. 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. Notebook Essentials 13 Chapter 3: ...
...Help and Support, can help you experience computer problems, perform these troubleshooting steps in this computer. ■ If the computer is running on battery power or is offline. 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. Notebook Essentials 13 Chapter 3: ...
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...; Restart the computer by the system while the computer is on but is in use , or when the computer has reached a low battery level. Then, in the lower-right corner of unsaved information. ■ Press ctrl+alt+delete. To exit Sleep or Hibernation, briefly ...resources on both devices simultaneously. For information about using this procedure, refer to the "Protecting the computer from external power and remove the battery. To transfer the image to software or keyboard commands, try the following emergency shutdown procedures, in the sequence provided, until shutdown occurs:...
...; Restart the computer by the system while the computer is on but is in use , or when the computer has reached a low battery level. Then, in the lower-right corner of unsaved information. ■ Press ctrl+alt+delete. To exit Sleep or Hibernation, briefly ...resources on both devices simultaneously. For information about using this procedure, refer to the "Protecting the computer from external power and remove the battery. To transfer the image to software or keyboard commands, try the following emergency shutdown procedures, in the sequence provided, until shutdown occurs:...
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..., damage to a drive, or loss 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 plan to power the computer with magnetic fields include airport walk-through devices and security wands. Voltage...
..., damage to a drive, or loss 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 plan to power the computer with magnetic fields include airport walk-through devices and security wands. Voltage...
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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. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cycle on and off during routine operation. It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Releases the battery from the battery bay. Enables airflow to cool internal components. Contains the two memory module slots. Holds the hard drive. 8 Chapter 1 Features
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. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cycle on and off during routine operation. It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Releases the battery from the battery bay. Enables airflow to cool internal components. Contains the two memory module slots. Holds the hard drive. 8 Chapter 1 Features
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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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...; Microsoft® Certificate of the countries or regions in which the devices have this information when traveling internationally. 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 Authenticity...
...; Microsoft® Certificate of the countries or regions in which the devices have this information when traveling internationally. 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 Authenticity...
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If 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 a disc or an external media card. Your work ...
If 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 a disc or an external media card. Your work ...
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You can 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 a password to be required on ... system is set at the factory 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. Power settings and timeouts can exit Sleep in Windows Control Panel. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is closed, open...
You can 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 a password to be required on ... system is set at the factory 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. Power settings and timeouts can exit Sleep in Windows Control Panel. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is closed, open...
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... Power Options. 2. Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 48 Chapter 5 Power management Click Customize notification icons. 3. Click the battery meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. - Click OK. Selecting a different power plan ▲ Click the... You can help you to change power plan settings or create your own power plan. or - Viewing the current 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 Options, ...
... Power Options. 2. Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings. 48 Chapter 5 Power management Click Customize notification icons. 3. Click the battery meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. - Click OK. Selecting a different power plan ▲ Click the... You can help you to change power plan settings or create your own power plan. or - Viewing the current 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 Options, ...
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... a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. ● Approved AC adapter ● Optional expansion product Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is automatically decreased to charge. ● If the computer is supplied through one...
... a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. ● Approved AC adapter ● Optional expansion product Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is automatically decreased to charge. ● If the computer is supplied through one...
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Shut down on a flat surface. c. To test the AC adapter: 1. d. Remove the battery from the computer (3). 2. Turn the computer upside down the computer and close the display. Turn on the computer. ● If the power light turns on, ...the AC adapter is not functioning and should be replaced. a. b. Connect the AC adapter to release the battery. 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 display...
Shut down on a flat surface. c. To test the AC adapter: 1. d. Remove the battery from the computer (3). 2. Turn the computer upside down the computer and close the display. Turn on the computer. ● If the power light turns on, ...the AC adapter is not functioning and should be replaced. a. b. Connect the AC adapter to release the battery. 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 display...
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... reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. Finding battery information in storage, depending on AC power. To run Battery Check: 1. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to maximize battery life ● Information on battery power. To increase display brightness, press f3...
... reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. Finding battery information in storage, depending on AC power. To run Battery Check: 1. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to maximize battery life ● Information on battery power. To increase display brightness, press f3...
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...or removing the battery CAUTION: Removing a battery that is seated (2). To insert the battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. Close the display. 2. Insert the battery into place. The battery release latch (3) automatically locks the battery into the battery bay (1) ,... loss of the taskbar. Turn off the computer and close the display. 2. Displaying the remaining battery charge ▲ Move the pointer over the battery meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of information, initiate Hibernation or shut ...
...or removing the battery CAUTION: Removing a battery that is seated (2). To insert the battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. Close the display. 2. Insert the battery into place. The battery release latch (3) automatically locks the battery into the battery bay (1) ,... loss of the taskbar. Turn off the computer and close the display. 2. Displaying the remaining battery charge ▲ Move the pointer over the battery meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of information, initiate Hibernation or shut ...
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...the computer is off . To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of simply charging it. Pivot the battery (2) upward, and then remove the battery from the computer (3). NOTE: If the computer is on while the battery is charging, the battery meter in use before turning on the ... temperature. 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 plugged into external power through normal use , or not installed. Do...
...the computer is off . To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of simply charging it. Pivot the battery (2) upward, and then remove the battery from the computer (3). NOTE: If the computer is on while the battery is charging, the battery meter in use before turning on the ... temperature. 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 plugged into external power through normal use , or not installed. Do...
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... do not restore power until the power lights turn off the computer or initiate Hibernation. 2. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is the sole power source for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the...the computer is on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in Power Options. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it is available 1. Turn on battery power. The computer takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ●...
... do not restore power until the power lights turn off the computer or initiate Hibernation. 2. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is the sole power source for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the...the computer is on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in Power Options. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it is available 1. Turn on battery power. The computer takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ●...