HP Mobile Remote Control (Select Models Only) - Windows Vista
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4 Troubleshooting Try the following solutions if your remote control does not function properly: ● Be sure that you have a clear line of the IR port on the computer or expansion product. ● Be sure that you are within range of sight from the remote control to the IR port on the computer or expansion product. ● Be sure that the battery is properly installed and has a charge. Replace the battery if necessary. ● Be sure that you are using the remote control with a supported computer or expansion product. 7
4 Troubleshooting Try the following solutions if your remote control does not function properly: ● Be sure that you have a clear line of the IR port on the computer or expansion product. ● Be sure that you are within range of sight from the remote control to the IR port on the computer or expansion product. ● Be sure that the battery is properly installed and has a charge. Replace the battery if necessary. ● Be sure that you are using the remote control with a supported computer or expansion product. 7
Notebook Tour - Windows Vista
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Component Description (9) Battery light ● On: A battery is charging. ● Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has reached a low battery level or a critical battery level. ● Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light stays... button for at least 5 seconds to exit Hibernation. If the computer has stopped responding and Windows® shutdown procedures are fully charged. Top components 5 Buttons and fingerprint reader (select models only) Component (1) Power button* Description ● When the computer is off...
Component Description (9) Battery light ● On: A battery is charging. ● Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has reached a low battery level or a critical battery level. ● Off: If the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light stays... button for at least 5 seconds to exit Hibernation. If the computer has stopped responding and Windows® shutdown procedures are fully charged. Top components 5 Buttons and fingerprint reader (select models only) Component (1) Power button* Description ● When the computer is off...
HP Pavilion dv3000 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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...* (4) TouchPad light Functions like the right button on /off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged. Item (10) Component Battery light Function ● On: A battery is charging. ● Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has reached a low battery level or a critical battery level. ● Off: If the computer is plugged into an external...
...* (4) TouchPad light Functions like the right button on /off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged. Item (10) Component Battery light Function ● On: A battery is charging. ● Blinking: A battery that is the only available power source has reached a low battery level or a critical battery level. ● Off: If the computer is plugged into an external...
HP Pavilion dv3000 Entertainment PC - Maintenance and Service Guide
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.... Disconnect the fan cable (1) from the computer. 4. If you are affected by high external temperatures, system power consumption, power management/battery conservation configurations, battery fast charging, and software requirements. Remove the battery (see Battery on the left side of the computer. Disconnect the power from the computer by a temperature sensor and is controlled by first...
.... Disconnect the fan cable (1) from the computer. 4. If you are affected by high external temperatures, system power consumption, power management/battery conservation configurations, battery fast charging, and software requirements. Remove the battery (see Battery on the left side of the computer. Disconnect the power from the computer by a temperature sensor and is controlled by first...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... battery power Finding battery information in Help and Support 10 Using Battery Check ...11 Displaying the remaining battery charge 12 Inserting or removing the battery ...13 Charging a battery ...14 Maximizing battery discharge time ...15 Managing low battery levels ...16 Identifying low battery levels 16 Resolving a low battery level 17 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available 17 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery...
... battery power Finding battery information in Help and Support 10 Using Battery Check ...11 Displaying the remaining battery charge 12 Inserting or removing the battery ...13 Charging a battery ...14 Maximizing battery discharge time ...15 Managing low battery levels ...16 Identifying low battery levels 16 Resolving a low battery level 17 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available 17 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... if the battery has reached a critical battery level. The battery meter allows you to quickly access power settings, view remaining battery charge, and select a different power plan. ● To display the percentage of the taskbar. To hide or display the battery meter icon: 1. Click OK. Using the battery meter 3 Under...to change the power plan, click the battery meter icon and select an item from the list. Different battery meter icons indicate whether the computer is located in the notification area, at the far right of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the...
... if the battery has reached a critical battery level. The battery meter allows you to quickly access power settings, view remaining battery charge, and select a different power plan. ● To display the percentage of the taskbar. To hide or display the battery meter icon: 1. Click OK. Using the battery meter 3 Under...to change the power plan, click the battery meter icon and select an item from the list. Different battery meter icons indicate whether the computer is located in the notification area, at the far right of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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...; If the computer is supplied through one of the following devices: WARNING! 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... reduce potential 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 docking device or expansion product Connect the computer to external AC power...
...; If the computer is supplied through one of the following devices: WARNING! 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... reduce potential 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 docking device or expansion product Connect the computer to external AC power...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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To increase display brightness, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP. WARNING! Keeping the battery 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 the fn+f8 hotkey or reconnect the...
To increase display brightness, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP. WARNING! Keeping the battery 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 the fn+f8 hotkey or reconnect the...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... running time remaining on the battery if the battery continues to provide power at the far right of battery charge remaining in the notification area,... at the current level. For example, the time remaining will decrease when a DVD is playing and will increase when a DVD stops playing. 12 Chapter 3 Using battery... power View the estimated number of minutes of the taskbar. - or - Displaying the remaining battery charge ▲ Move the pointer over the battery meter icon in Windows Mobility Center: ▲ Click the battery...
... running time remaining on the battery if the battery continues to provide power at the far right of battery charge remaining in the notification area,... at the current level. For example, the time remaining will decrease when a DVD is playing and will increase when a DVD stops playing. 12 Chapter 3 Using battery... power View the estimated number of minutes of the taskbar. - or - Displaying the remaining battery charge ▲ Move the pointer over the battery meter icon in Windows Mobility Center: ▲ Click the battery...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... , calibrate the battery instead of battery charge displays, follow these recommendations: ● If you are charging a new battery, charge it . To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of simply charging it fully before turning on while the battery is charging, the battery meter in use , or not installed. 14 Chapter 3 Using battery power Charging a battery WARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while you are...
... , calibrate the battery instead of battery charge displays, follow these recommendations: ● If you are charging a new battery, charge it . To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of simply charging it fully before turning on while the battery is charging, the battery meter in use , or not installed. 14 Chapter 3 Using battery power Charging a battery WARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while you are...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on the features you use while on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in Power Options. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in a cool, dry location. Maximum discharge time gradually shortens, as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Maximizing battery discharge time 15 Tips for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the brightness on battery power.
Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on the features you use while on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in Power Options. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in a cool, dry location. Maximum discharge time gradually shortens, as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Maximizing battery discharge time 15 Tips for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the brightness on battery power.
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available ▲ Initiate Hibernation. - Remove the discharged battery, and then insert a charged battery. 3. Insert a charged battery or plug the computer into external power. 2. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to...
... ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available ▲ Initiate Hibernation. - Remove the discharged battery, and then insert a charged battery. 3. Insert a charged battery or plug the computer into external power. 2. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... battery into external power. The battery light on . 3. Record the Turn off . Record the On battery setting under the following conditions: ● When battery charge displays seem inaccurate ● When you are onboard aircraft. Change the On battery setting to Hibernate after. 7. NOTE: The battery charges ...whether the computer is heavily used, it should not need to sleep settings listed in battery run time Even if a battery is off or in the notification area, ...
... battery into external power. The battery light on . 3. Record the Turn off . Record the On battery setting under the following conditions: ● When battery charge displays seem inaccurate ● When you are onboard aircraft. Change the On battery setting to Hibernate after. 7. NOTE: The battery charges ...whether the computer is heavily used, it should not need to sleep settings listed in battery run time Even if a battery is off or in the notification area, ...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... the computer is off . Click Save changes. 20 Chapter 3 Using battery power You can use the computer while the battery is recharging, but the battery will charge faster if the computer is off, turn it on the computer turns off. or - Under the current power plan, ... then click More power options. - Click the battery meter icon in the On battery column. 4. Reenter the settings that you recorded for On battery. 7. Plug the computer into external power and maintain external power until the battery is fully charged and the battery light has turned off . 2. Click Change advanced...
... the computer is off . Click Save changes. 20 Chapter 3 Using battery power You can use the computer while the battery is recharging, but the battery will charge faster if the computer is off, turn it on the computer turns off. or - Under the current power plan, ... then click More power options. - Click the battery meter icon in the On battery column. 4. Reenter the settings that you recorded for On battery. 7. Plug the computer into external power and maintain external power until the battery is fully charged and the battery light has turned off . 2. Click Change advanced...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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Conserving battery power 21 Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use settings through Power Options in Windows Control Panel. ● Turn off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and ... screen brightness as needed. ● If you leave your work, initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it is not being used or charged. ● Purchase another battery and use it to extend overall battery operating time. ● Store the battery in a cool, dry location.
Conserving battery power 21 Conserving battery power ● Select low power-use settings through Power Options in Windows Control Panel. ● Turn off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and ... screen brightness as needed. ● If you leave your work, initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it is not being used or charged. ● Purchase another battery and use it to extend overall battery operating time. ● Store the battery in a cool, dry location.
Power Management - Windows Vista
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If a computer will be unused and unplugged from external power for more . 22 Chapter 3 Using battery power Calibrate a battery before using it if it has been stored for extended periods of a stored battery, place it separately. To prolong the charge of time. Storing a battery CAUTION: To prevent damage to a battery, do not expose it to high temperatures for one month or more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry place.
If a computer will be unused and unplugged from external power for more . 22 Chapter 3 Using battery power Calibrate a battery before using it if it has been stored for extended periods of a stored battery, place it separately. To prolong the charge of time. Storing a battery CAUTION: To prevent damage to a battery, do not expose it to high temperatures for one month or more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it in a cool, dry place.
Power Management - Windows Vista
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..., instructions include a warranty ID. If the battery is not charging properly, or when the battery storage capacity has reached a "weak" condition. NOTE: To ensure that you always have battery power when you to the computer, and other factors. A message refers you need it, HP recommends purchasing a new battery when the storage capacity indicator turns green-yellow...
..., instructions include a warranty ID. If the battery is not charging properly, or when the battery storage capacity has reached a "weak" condition. NOTE: To ensure that you always have battery power when you to the computer, and other factors. A message refers you need it, HP recommends purchasing a new battery when the storage capacity indicator turns green-yellow...
Power Management - Windows Vista
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... recharging 20 removing 13 replacing 24 storing 22 Battery Check 11 battery light 14, 16 battery power 9 battery release latch 13 battery temperature 22 C calibrating battery 18 charging batteries 14, 18 connection, external power 7 conservation, power 21 critical battery level 16 D drive media 1 H Hibernation exiting 2 initiated during critical battery level 16 initiating 2 L low battery level 16 O operating system 25 P power connecting...
... recharging 20 removing 13 replacing 24 storing 22 Battery Check 11 battery light 14, 16 battery power 9 battery release latch 13 battery temperature 22 C calibrating battery 18 charging batteries 14, 18 connection, external power 7 conservation, power 21 critical battery level 16 D drive media 1 H Hibernation exiting 2 initiated during critical battery level 16 initiating 2 L low battery level 16 O operating system 25 P power connecting...
Drives - Windows Vista
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... when inserting a drive into a drive bay. If you are unsure whether the computer is sensitive to vibration. When the battery is the only source of power, be sure that the battery is writing to a drive, or loss of information, observe these precautions: Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by...risk of damage to the computer, damage to a disc. Do not type on the keyboard or move the computer while the optical drive is sufficiently charged before writing to which they apply. If a drive must be mailed, place the drive in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it...
... when inserting a drive into a drive bay. If you are unsure whether the computer is sensitive to vibration. When the battery is the only source of power, be sure that the battery is writing to a drive, or loss of information, observe these precautions: Before handling a drive, discharge static electricity by...risk of damage to the computer, damage to a disc. Do not type on the keyboard or move the computer while the optical drive is sufficiently charged before writing to which they apply. If a drive must be mailed, place the drive in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it...