HP G72 Notebook PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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... cable. ● Flashing white-The computer is in Sleep. ● On white-The computer is connected to external power. ● Flashing amber-The computer is charged. ● Off-The computer is being mishandled or stolen. ENWW Right-side components 11 Attaches an optional security cable to act as a deterrent, but it...
... cable. ● Flashing white-The computer is in Sleep. ● On white-The computer is connected to external power. ● Flashing amber-The computer is charged. ● Off-The computer is being mishandled or stolen. ENWW Right-side components 11 Attaches an optional security cable to act as a deterrent, but it...
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... before inserting or removing connectors or test equipment. 38 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW Be sure that proper materials are selected to avoid static charging. Packaging and transporting guidelines Follow these grounding guidelines when packaging and transporting equipment: ● To avoid hand contact, transport products in static-safe tubes, bags...; Use conductive field service tools, such as cutters, screwdrivers, and vacuums. ● When fixtures must directly contact dissipative surfaces, use an ionizer to dissipate electric charges.
... before inserting or removing connectors or test equipment. 38 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures ENWW Be sure that proper materials are selected to avoid static charging. Packaging and transporting guidelines Follow these grounding guidelines when packaging and transporting equipment: ● To avoid hand contact, transport products in static-safe tubes, bags...; Use conductive field service tools, such as cutters, screwdrivers, and vacuums. ● When fixtures must directly contact dissipative surfaces, use an ionizer to dissipate electric charges.
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... Resolving a low battery level 58 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ....... 58 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 58 Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available 58 Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot ...exit Hibernation 58 Calibrating a battery ...58 Step 1: Fully charge the battery 58 Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Sleep 59 Step 3: Discharge the battery 60 Step 4: Fully recharge the battery 60 Step 5: ...
... Resolving a low battery level 58 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ....... 58 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 58 Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available 58 Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot ...exit Hibernation 58 Calibrating a battery ...58 Step 1: Fully charge the battery 58 Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Sleep 59 Step 3: Discharge the battery 60 Step 4: Fully recharge the battery 60 Step 5: ...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... prevent the computer from the illustration in the Sleep state. ● On white: The computer is connected to external power. ● Amber: The battery is charging. ● Off: The computer is in this section. Connects an AC adapter.
... prevent the computer from the illustration in the Sleep state. ● On white: The computer is connected to external power. ● Amber: The battery is charging. ● Off: The computer is in this section. Connects an AC adapter.
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... icons and notifications for the Power icon. 4. You can help you to quickly access power settings, view remaining battery charge, and select a different power plan. ● To display the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer over the battery meter icon. ● To access Power Options...
... icons and notifications for the Power icon. 4. You can help you to quickly access power settings, view remaining battery charge, and select a different power plan. ● To display the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer over the battery meter icon. ● To access Power Options...
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... 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 a CD or DVD When you disconnect ... 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...
... 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 a CD or DVD When you disconnect ... 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...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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...in the computer whenever the computer is plugged into AC power charges the battery and also protects your work . 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 external power. Finding ...cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learning Center > HP Power and Battery Learning Center. To run Battery Check: 1. When a charged battery is in the computer and the computer is plugged into external AC power, the computer runs on the ...
...in the computer whenever the computer is plugged into AC power charges the battery and also protects your work . 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 external power. Finding ...cycles, and capacity To access battery information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learning Center > HP Power and Battery Learning Center. To run Battery Check: 1. When a charged battery is in the computer and the computer is plugged into external AC power, the computer runs on the ...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... the computer through Windows before removing the battery. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. 3. Insert the battery into place. 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 down on...
... the computer through Windows before removing the battery. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. 3. Insert the battery into place. 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 down on...
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...power through normal use before the battery is fully charged. ● Allow the battery to discharge below 5 percent of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, or an optional expansion product. Charging may show 100 percent charge before charging it. ● If the battery has been ...notification area may take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for one month or more , or is on the computer. ● Charge the battery until the AC adapter light turns off . Pivot the battery (2) upward, and then remove the battery from the computer (3). 4. NOTE:...
...power through normal use before the battery is fully charged. ● Allow the battery to discharge below 5 percent of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, or an optional expansion product. Charging may show 100 percent charge before charging it. ● If the battery has been ...notification area may take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for one month or more , or is on the computer. ● Charge the battery until the AC adapter light turns off . Pivot the battery (2) upward, and then remove the battery from the computer (3). 4. NOTE:...
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... then shuts down and loses any unsaved information. Preferences set at the factory. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in Windows Control Panel.
... then shuts down and loses any unsaved information. Preferences set at the factory. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in Windows Control Panel.
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... when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to calibrate a new battery. Step 1: Fully charge the battery WARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while you observe a significant change in use, but it should not need to be calibrated more than...computer or initiate Hibernation. 2. Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button. or - Save your work and shut down the computer. Insert a charged battery or plug the computer into external power. 2. Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under the following devices: ● AC adapter ●...
... when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to calibrate a new battery. Step 1: Fully charge the battery WARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while you observe a significant change in use, but it should not need to be calibrated more than...computer or initiate Hibernation. 2. Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button. or - Save your work and shut down the computer. Insert a charged battery or plug the computer into external power. 2. Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under the following devices: ● AC adapter ●...
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... click More power options. - The AC adapter light on the computer turns on the computer turns off once the battery is fully charged. Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Sleep 1. Change the On battery setting to Never. 5. Click Save changes. Leave the computer plugged into...after the calibration. 8. Record the On battery setting under Hibernate after so that you can reset them after the calibration. 4. or - To fully charge the battery: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Click Change advanced power settings. 6. Record the Turn ...
... click More power options. - The AC adapter light on the computer turns on the computer turns off once the battery is fully charged. Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Sleep 1. Change the On battery setting to Never. 5. Click Save changes. Leave the computer plugged into...after the calibration. 8. Record the On battery setting under Hibernate after so that you can reset them after the calibration. 4. or - To fully charge the battery: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Click Change advanced power settings. 6. Record the Turn ...
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... the computer is off, turn off . 2. To discharge a battery: 1. Plug the computer into external power and maintain external power until the battery is fully charged and the AC adapter light has turned off. 60 Chapter 5 Power management Step 3: Discharge the battery The computer must remain on while the battery is... when the computer is off the computer. 2. You can discharge whether or not you are using the computer, but the battery will charge faster if the computer is idle. ◦ System-initiated Hibernation will discharge faster while you plan to a low battery level.
... the computer is off, turn off . 2. To discharge a battery: 1. Plug the computer into external power and maintain external power until the battery is fully charged and the AC adapter light has turned off. 60 Chapter 5 Power management Step 3: Discharge the battery The computer must remain on while the battery is... when the computer is off the computer. 2. You can discharge whether or not you are using the computer, but the battery will charge faster if the computer is idle. ◦ System-initiated Hibernation will discharge faster while you plan to a low battery level.
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To prolong the charge of time. Click Change advanced power settings. 5. Conserving battery power ● Select the power saver power plan through Power Options under System and Security in ...
To prolong the charge of time. Click Change advanced power settings. 5. Conserving battery power ● Select the power saver power plan through Power Options under System and Security in ...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... management NOTE: To ensure that you always have battery power when you to replace the battery when an internal cell is possibly covered by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. do not dispose of a used battery WARNING! A message refers you to the computer, and other factors.... If the battery is not charging properly, or when the battery storage capacity has reached a weak condition. To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not short external contacts; For...
... management NOTE: To ensure that you always have battery power when you to replace the battery when an internal cell is possibly covered by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. do not dispose of a used battery WARNING! A message refers you to the computer, and other factors.... If the battery is not charging properly, or when the battery storage capacity has reached a weak condition. To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not short external contacts; For...
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... products. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss of power, be sure that the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to magnetic fields. Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface of magnetism and will not damage a drive. Do...
... products. CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the computer, damage to a drive, or loss of power, be sure that the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to magnetic fields. Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by touching the unpainted metal surface of magnetism and will not damage a drive. Do...
Notebook PC User Guide - Windows 7
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... 36 AutoPlay 71 B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 109 personal files 109 templates 109 battery calibrating 58 charging 56, 58 conserving power 61 discharging 57 disposing 62 identifying 11 inserting 55 low battery levels 57 recharging 60 removing 55 replacing 62... 102 CD burning 73 copying 72 playing 69 removing 74 CD drive 79 Certificate of Authenticity label 12 changing the language of Setup Utility 99 charging batteries 56, 58 checking audio functions 40 compartments memory module 8 components additional hardware 11 bottom 8 display 9 left-side 7 right-side 6 ...
... 36 AutoPlay 71 B backing up customized window, toolbar, and menu bar settings 109 personal files 109 templates 109 battery calibrating 58 charging 56, 58 conserving power 61 discharging 57 disposing 62 identifying 11 inserting 55 low battery levels 57 recharging 60 removing 55 replacing 62... 102 CD burning 73 copying 72 playing 69 removing 74 CD drive 79 Certificate of Authenticity label 12 changing the language of Setup Utility 99 charging batteries 56, 58 checking audio functions 40 compartments memory module 8 components additional hardware 11 bottom 8 display 9 left-side 7 right-side 6 ...