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Table of contents 1 Getting started Using HP Instant Web (select models only 2 2 Knowing the parts Identifying the hardware ...3 Top components ...3 TouchPad ...3 Light ...4 Keys ...5 Front components ...5 Right-side components ...7 Left-side components ...7 Display ... power scheme 15 Customizing power schemes 15 Setting password protection upon exiting Standby 15 Using external AC power ...15 Connecting the AC adapter 16 Using battery power ...16 Displaying the remaining battery charge 17 Inserting or removing the...
Table of contents 1 Getting started Using HP Instant Web (select models only 2 2 Knowing the parts Identifying the hardware ...3 Top components ...3 TouchPad ...3 Light ...4 Keys ...5 Front components ...5 Right-side components ...7 Left-side components ...7 Display ... power scheme 15 Customizing power schemes 15 Setting password protection upon exiting Standby 15 Using external AC power ...15 Connecting the AC adapter 16 Using battery power ...16 Displaying the remaining battery charge 17 Inserting or removing the...
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... 23 Conserving battery power 23 Storing a battery ...23 Disposing of a used battery 24 Shutting down the computer ...24 4 Internet Connecting to a wired network ...26 Connecting to a wireless network ...27 Using wireless devices ...27 Identifying wireless and network status icons 27 Using the wireless controls 28 Using the wireless switch 28 Using HP Connection Manager...
... 23 Conserving battery power 23 Storing a battery ...23 Disposing of a used battery 24 Shutting down the computer ...24 4 Internet Connecting to a wired network ...26 Connecting to a wireless network ...27 Using wireless devices ...27 Identifying wireless and network status icons 27 Using the wireless controls 28 Using the wireless switch 28 Using HP Connection Manager...
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... blinking rapidly. ● Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light stays off until the battery reaches a low battery level. ● Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device, is on. ...: All wireless devices are fully charged. Turns the wireless feature on or off the computer. Component (1) Power light (2) Power switch (3) Drive light (4) Battery light (5) Wireless light (6) Wireless switch 6 Chapter 2 Knowing the parts Description ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer ...
... blinking rapidly. ● Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light stays off until the battery reaches a low battery level. ● Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a wireless local area network (WLAN) device, is on. ...: All wireless devices are fully charged. Turns the wireless feature on or off the computer. Component (1) Power light (2) Power switch (3) Drive light (4) Battery light (5) Wireless light (6) Wireless switch 6 Chapter 2 Knowing the parts Description ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer ...
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NOTE: To capture videos, you need to install additional webcam software. Records sound. Release the battery from the outside of the computer. Identifying the hardware 9 Captures still photographs and videos. Component (1) Battery bay (2) Battery release latches (2) Description Holds the battery. Component (2) Internal display switch (3) Webcam (4) Webcam light (5) Internal microphone Bottom components Description Turns off the...
NOTE: To capture videos, you need to install additional webcam software. Records sound. Release the battery from the outside of the computer. Identifying the hardware 9 Captures still photographs and videos. Component (1) Battery bay (2) Battery release latches (2) Description Holds the battery. Component (2) Internal display switch (3) Webcam (4) Webcam light (5) Internal microphone Bottom components Description Turns off the...
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...Provides important information including the following: ◦ Product name (1). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in years) of the product. 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 unique to each product. ◦ Part Number/Product number (p/n) (3). Identifying the labels The...
...Provides important information including the following: ◦ Product name (1). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is not plugged into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in years) of the product. 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 unique to each product. ◦ Part Number/Product number (p/n) (3). Identifying the labels The...
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...saved to a hibernation file on external power. Initiating and exiting Standby The system is in Standby for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Windows Control Panel. If the computer is set a password to be required when the computer exits Standby, you can be...saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory to initiate Standby after 10 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 25 minutes of inactivity when running on the hard drive and the computer turns off. When Standby is faster than exiting Hibernation...
...saved to a hibernation file on external power. Initiating and exiting Standby The system is in Standby for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Windows Control Panel. If the computer is set a password to be required when the computer exits Standby, you can be...saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory to initiate Standby after 10 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 25 minutes of inactivity when running on the hard drive and the computer turns off. When Standby is faster than exiting Hibernation...
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...Portable/Laptop (recommended) ● Home/Office Desk ● Presentation ● Always On ● Minimal Power Management ● Max Battery You can be required when the computer exits Hibernation, you must enter your Windows password before your work will not initiate Hibernation when ... 3 Power management Select Start > Turn Off Computer. 2. When the computer exits Hibernation, the power light turns on battery power or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. NOTE: To reduce the risk of information loss, periodically save your work . NOTE: The system will return ...
...Portable/Laptop (recommended) ● Home/Office Desk ● Presentation ● Always On ● Minimal Power Management ● Max Battery You can be required when the computer exits Hibernation, you must enter your Windows password before your work will not initiate Hibernation when ... 3 Power management Select Start > Turn Off Computer. 2. When the computer exits Hibernation, the power light turns on battery power or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. NOTE: To reduce the risk of information loss, periodically save your work . NOTE: The system will return ...
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... from HP. ● Approved AC adapter ● Optional docking device or optional expansion product Connect the computer to a CD or DVD Using external AC power 15 Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft. ● When you are charging or calibrating a battery ●... WARNING! Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options. c. Click OK. Right-click the Power Meter icon in and Running on batteries settings as needed. 4. Click the Advanced tab. 3. or - Select a power scheme from the Power schemes list. 3. Select a power scheme from ...
... from HP. ● Approved AC adapter ● Optional docking device or optional expansion product Connect the computer to a CD or DVD Using external AC power 15 Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft. ● When you are charging or calibrating a battery ●... WARNING! Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options. c. Click OK. Right-click the Power Meter icon in and Running on batteries settings as needed. 4. Click the Advanced tab. 3. or - Select a power scheme from the Power schemes list. 3. Select a power scheme from ...
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..., the computer runs on AC power. 16 Chapter 3 Power management When you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur: ● The battery begins to charge. ● If the computer is turned on the power cord, plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3pin outlet. Disconnect...the power cord from the computer). When you connect the computer to external AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is not plugged into an AC outlet (3). Connecting the AC adapter WARNING! If provided with a 3-pin ...
..., the computer runs on AC power. 16 Chapter 3 Power management When you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur: ● The battery begins to charge. ● If the computer is turned on the power cord, plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3pin outlet. Disconnect...the power cord from the computer). When you connect the computer to external AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is not plugged into an AC outlet (3). Connecting the AC adapter WARNING! If provided with a 3-pin ...
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... down on a flat surface. To increase display brightness, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. You can keep a battery in the computer or in the notification area, at the current level. Using battery power 17 Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power...
... down on a flat surface. To increase display brightness, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. You can keep a battery in the computer or in the notification area, at the current level. Using battery power 17 Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power...
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... whenever the computer is off. 18 Chapter 3 Power management The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use, but it charges faster when the computer is plugged into external power through an AC adapter, ... optional expansion product. To remove the battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down on the computer, and then insert the battery into place. Align the tabs on the battery with the notches on a flat surface. 2. The battery release latches automatically lock the battery into the battery bay. Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft...
... whenever the computer is off. 18 Chapter 3 Power management The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use, but it charges faster when the computer is plugged into external power through an AC adapter, ... optional expansion product. To remove the battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down on the computer, and then insert the battery into place. Align the tabs on the battery with the notches on a flat surface. 2. The battery release latches automatically lock the battery into the battery bay. Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft...
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... of simply charging it. Maximum discharge time gradually shortens, as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Using battery power 19 Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on while the battery is charging, the battery meter in a cool, dry location. Managing low battery levels The information in Windows Control Panel. NOTE: If the computer is...
... of simply charging it. Maximum discharge time gradually shortens, as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Using battery power 19 Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on while the battery is charging, the battery meter in a cool, dry location. Managing low battery levels The information in Windows Control Panel. NOTE: If the computer is...
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The computer takes the following actions for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in Standby, the computer initiates Hibernation. ● If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on or in Standby, the computer remains briefly in Standby, and then shuts down and loses any unsaved information. 20 Chapter 3 Power management
The computer takes the following actions for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in Standby, the computer initiates Hibernation. ● If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on or in Standby, the computer remains briefly in Standby, and then shuts down and loses any unsaved information. 20 Chapter 3 Power management
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...to exit Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to calibrate a new battery. Do not charge the computer battery while you observe a significant change in use, but it... by briefly sliding the power switch. Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is off the computer or initiate Hibernation. 2. It...
...to exit Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to calibrate a new battery. Do not charge the computer battery while you observe a significant change in use, but it... by briefly sliding the power switch. Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is off the computer or initiate Hibernation. 2. It...
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... the computer occasionally during the discharge, save your information before beginning the discharge procedure. ● If you plan to a low battery level. To fully charge the battery: 1. Connect the computer to Never. 4. Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Standby 1. Record the 4 settings listed in the Running ... device, and then plug the adapter or device into the computer. 2. Run the computer on . 3. The battery light begins to blink when the battery has discharged to leave the computer unattended during the discharge procedure and have set energy-saving timeouts, expect the following...
... the computer occasionally during the discharge, save your information before beginning the discharge procedure. ● If you plan to a low battery level. To fully charge the battery: 1. Connect the computer to Never. 4. Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Standby 1. Record the 4 settings listed in the Running ... device, and then plug the adapter or device into the computer. 2. Run the computer on . 3. The battery light begins to blink when the battery has discharged to leave the computer unattended during the discharge procedure and have set energy-saving timeouts, expect the following...
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... you are not using it if it has been stored for extended periods of a stored battery, place it in a full battery discharge and information loss if the computer reaches a critical battery level. 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Plug...plugged into external power and maintain external power until the battery is fully charged and the battery light has turned off . 2. Calibrate a battery before returning it separately. Step 4: Fully recharge the battery To recharge the battery: 1. You can use settings through Power Options in ...
... you are not using it if it has been stored for extended periods of a stored battery, place it in a full battery discharge and information loss if the computer reaches a critical battery level. 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. Plug...plugged into external power and maintain external power until the battery is fully charged and the battery light has turned off . 2. Calibrate a battery before returning it separately. Step 4: Fully recharge the battery To recharge the battery: 1. You can use settings through Power Options in ...
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...off the display and computer. Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following emergency procedures...Down > Turn Off. ● Slide and hold the power switch for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power for battery disposal information. do not disassemble, crush, or puncture; Save your work and close all open programs. 2. do not short external contacts; Shutting ...
...off the display and computer. Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following emergency procedures...Down > Turn Off. ● Slide and hold the power switch for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power for battery disposal information. do not disassemble, crush, or puncture; Save your work and close all open programs. 2. do not short external contacts; Shutting ...
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...corner as network information. Some mobile network operators require the use of HP Mobile Broadband information provided with your computer. Inserting a SIM CAUTION: When inserting a SIM, position the card with the battery bay toward you are not sure whether the computer is inserted backwards ... Shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Then shut down the computer. Turn the computer upside down , the battery may need the HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number to the connectors, use minimal force when inserting a SIM.To prevent damage to activate mobile broadband ...
...corner as network information. Some mobile network operators require the use of HP Mobile Broadband information provided with your computer. Inserting a SIM CAUTION: When inserting a SIM, position the card with the battery bay toward you are not sure whether the computer is inserted backwards ... Shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Then shut down the computer. Turn the computer upside down , the battery may need the HP Mobile Broadband Module serial number to the connectors, use minimal force when inserting a SIM.To prevent damage to activate mobile broadband ...
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... external devices connected to the computer. 4. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. Remove the battery. 34 Chapter 4 Internet Reconnect external power. 10. Replace the battery. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband will be disabled if the battery is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. Reconnect external devices...
... external devices connected to the computer. 4. Unplug the power cord from the AC outlet. 5. Remove the battery. 34 Chapter 4 Internet Reconnect external power. 10. Replace the battery. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband will be disabled if the battery is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. Reconnect external devices...
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Reconnect external devices. 11. Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) 35 Turn on the SIM (1), and then remove it from the slot (2). 8. Reconnect external power. 10. 7. Replace the battery. 9. Press in on the computer.
Reconnect external devices. 11. Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) 35 Turn on the SIM (1), and then remove it from the slot (2). 8. Reconnect external power. 10. 7. Replace the battery. 9. Press in on the computer.