Setup Utility - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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... computer fan will always be on the system memory. 6 Chapter 3 Setup Utility menus Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Set the following boot options: ● f9 and f10 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the f9 and...Internal CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ Hard drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ Network adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this menu option is in intervals...
... computer fan will always be on the system memory. 6 Chapter 3 Setup Utility menus Run a comprehensive self-test on the hard drive. Enable/disable LAN Power Saving. Enabled/disable Fan Always On. Set the following boot options: ● f9 and f10 Delay (sec.)―Set the delay for the f9 and...Internal CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ USB CD/DVD ROM drive ◦ Hard drive ◦ USB Diskette on Key ◦ USB Hard drive ◦ Network adapter Diagnostics menu Select Hard Disk Self Test Secondary Hard Disk Self Test (select models only) Memory Test To do this menu option is in intervals...
Software Update - Windows Vista and Windows 7
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...to your selection to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Access the page on the HP Web site that is running on the computer, you are already in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. You may need to know the version of the screen, press f10. ... "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed. 3. To exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the...
...to your selection to the hard drive. 2 Updating software Access the page on the HP Web site that is running on the computer, you are already in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. You may need to know the version of the screen, press f10. ... "Press the ESC key for Startup Menu" message is displayed. 3. To exit the Setup Utility, use the arrow keys to reliable external power using the AC adapter. Downloading a BIOS update CAUTION: To prevent damage to the computer or an unsuccessful installation, download and install a BIOS update only when the...
Drives - Windows 7
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...to the manufacturer's instructions. To connect an external drive to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when connecting a powered drive, be added by connecting the drive to a USB port on the computer. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette... drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information...
...to the manufacturer's instructions. To connect an external drive to the computer: CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the equipment when connecting a powered drive, be added by connecting the drive to a USB port on the computer. USB drives include the following types: ● 1.44-megabyte diskette... drive ● Hard drive module (a hard drive with an adapter attached) ● DVD-ROM Drive ● DVD/CD-RW Combo Drive ● DVD±RW and CD-RW Combo Drive NOTE: For more information...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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Reads optical discs and, on and off during routine operation. Connects an AC adapter. 10 Chapter 2 Components Component (1) Optical drive light (2) Optical drive (3) USB ports (2) (4) RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only) (5) Power connector Description Blinking: The optical drive is normal for the internal fan to cycle on select models, also writes to...
Reads optical discs and, on and off during routine operation. Connects an AC adapter. 10 Chapter 2 Components Component (1) Optical drive light (2) Optical drive (3) USB ports (2) (4) RJ-11 (modem) jack (select models only) (5) Power connector Description Blinking: The optical drive is normal for the internal fan to cycle on select models, also writes to...
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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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. 14 Chapter 2 Components
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. 14 Chapter 2 Components
Notebook Tour - Windows 7
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...adapter, identifying 14 applications key, Windows 7 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 9 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 9 B battery bay, identifying 12 battery light, identifying 3, 9 battery release latch, identifying 12 battery, identifying 14 bays battery 12, 15 hard drive 12 Bluetooth label 16 buttons DVD 5 power...Card 12 components additional hardware 14 bottom 12 front 9 left-side 11 rear 10 right-side 10 top 2 connector, power 10 cord, power 14 D Digital Media Slot light, identifying 11 Digital Media Slot, identifying 11 display switch, identifying 8 drive light, ...
...adapter, identifying 14 applications key, Windows 7 audio-in (microphone) jack, identifying 9 audio-out (headphone) jack, identifying 9 B battery bay, identifying 12 battery light, identifying 3, 9 battery release latch, identifying 12 battery, identifying 14 bays battery 12, 15 hard drive 12 Bluetooth label 16 buttons DVD 5 power...Card 12 components additional hardware 14 bottom 12 front 9 left-side 11 rear 10 right-side 10 top 2 connector, power 10 cord, power 14 D Digital Media Slot light, identifying 11 Digital Media Slot, identifying 11 display switch, identifying 8 drive light, ...
Power Management - Windows 7
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... and exiting Hibernation 2 Using the battery meter ...3 Using power plans ...4 Viewing the current power plan 4 Selecting a different power plan 4 Customizing power plans ...4 Setting password protection on wakeup 5 2 Using external AC power Connecting the AC adapter ...7 3 Using battery power Finding battery information in Help and Support 9 Using Battery Check...low battery levels 15 Resolving a low battery level 16 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available 16 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 16 Resolving a low battery level when no...
... and exiting Hibernation 2 Using the battery meter ...3 Using power plans ...4 Viewing the current power plan 4 Selecting a different power plan 4 Customizing power plans ...4 Setting password protection on wakeup 5 2 Using external AC power Connecting the AC adapter ...7 3 Using battery power Finding battery information in Help and Support 9 Using Battery Check...low battery levels 15 Resolving a low battery level 16 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available 16 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 16 Resolving a low battery level when no...
Power Management - Windows 7
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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 under any of the following conditions: WARNING! To increase display brightness, press the...
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 under any of the following conditions: WARNING! To increase display brightness, press the...
Power Management - Windows 7
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...an AC outlet that is an important safety feature. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for example, by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by attaching a 2-pin adapter. Connecting the AC adapter 7 The grounding pin is easily accessible at all times. Plug the ...other end of electric shock or damage to external AC power: 1. Connecting the AC adapter WARNING! To connect the computer to the equipment: Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) 3pin outlet. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet (3). If provided with a 3-pin attachment ...
...an AC outlet that is an important safety feature. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for example, by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by attaching a 2-pin adapter. Connecting the AC adapter 7 The grounding pin is easily accessible at all times. Plug the ...other end of electric shock or damage to external AC power: 1. Connecting the AC adapter WARNING! To connect the computer to the equipment: Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) 3pin outlet. Plug the power cord into an AC outlet (3). If provided with a 3-pin attachment ...
Power Management - Windows 7
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...battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP. However, a battery in the computer slowly discharges when the computer is not plugged into external AC power, the computer runs on the computer, display brightness, external ... off and unplugged from external power. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter, the computer switches to battery power if the AC adapter is plugged into AC power charges the battery and also protects...
...battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP. However, a battery in the computer slowly discharges when the computer is not plugged into external AC power, the computer runs on the computer, display brightness, external ... off and unplugged from external power. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter, the computer switches to battery power if the AC adapter is plugged into AC power charges the battery and also protects...
Power Management - Windows 7
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Select Start > Help and Support > Troubleshooting tools > Battery Check. NOTE: The computer must be connected to external power for Battery Check to the computer. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to see if they are functioning properly, and then reports the results of the battery installed in the computer. Connect the AC adapter to function properly. 2. To run Battery Check: 1. Using Battery Check Battery Check, a part of the Total Care Advisor, provides information on the status of the examination. 10 Chapter 3 Using battery power
Select Start > Help and Support > Troubleshooting tools > Battery Check. NOTE: The computer must be connected to external power for Battery Check to the computer. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to see if they are functioning properly, and then reports the results of the battery installed in the computer. Connect the AC adapter to function properly. 2. To run Battery Check: 1. Using Battery Check Battery Check, a part of the Total Care Advisor, provides information on the status of the examination. 10 Chapter 3 Using battery power
Power Management - Windows 7
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... temperature. Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft. Charging a battery 13 The battery charges whenever the computer is plugged into external power through normal use before turning on while the battery is charging, the battery meter in the notification area may take longer if a battery is off... charges faster when the computer is new, has been unused for one month or more, calibrate the battery instead of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device.
... temperature. Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft. Charging a battery 13 The battery charges whenever the computer is plugged into external power through normal use before turning on while the battery is charging, the battery meter in the notification area may take longer if a battery is off... charges faster when the computer is new, has been unused for one month or more, calibrate the battery instead of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device.
Power Management - Windows 7
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...2. Save your work and shut down the computer. Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button. 16 Chapter 3 Using battery power Turn off . Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available ▲ Initiate Hibernation. - Remove the discharged battery, and ...then insert a charged battery. 3. Resolving a low battery level CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter...
...2. Save your work and shut down the computer. Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button. 16 Chapter 3 Using battery power Turn off . Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available ▲ Initiate Hibernation. - Remove the discharged battery, and ...then insert a charged battery. 3. Resolving a low battery level CAUTION: To reduce the risk of the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter...
Power Management - Windows 7
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...Turn off . NOTE: The battery charges whether the computer is off the display settings to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, or optional expansion product, and then plug the adapter or device into the computer. 2. or - Click the plus sign next to Sleep, and then click...battery: 1. Step 1: Fully charge the battery WARNING! Change the On battery setting to be calibrated more than once a month. Click Change advanced power settings. 6. Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under Hibernate after so that you can reset it after the calibration. 4. The battery light on...
...Turn off . NOTE: The battery charges whether the computer is off the display settings to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, or optional expansion product, and then plug the adapter or device into the computer. 2. or - Click the plus sign next to Sleep, and then click...battery: 1. Step 1: Fully charge the battery WARNING! Change the On battery setting to be calibrated more than once a month. Click Change advanced power settings. 6. Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under Hibernate after so that you can reset it after the calibration. 4. The battery light on...
Power Management - Windows 7
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Index A AC adapter, connecting 7 B battery calibrating 17 charging 13, 17 conserving power 20 discharging 14 disposing 22 inserting 12 low battery levels 15 recharging 18 removing 12 replacing 23 storing 21 Battery Check 10 battery light 13, 15 battery power 8 battery release latch 12 battery ... D drive media 1 H Hibernation exiting 2 initiated during critical battery level 15 initiating 2 L low battery level 15 O operating system 24 P power connecting 7 conserving 20 R readable media 1 S shutdown 24 shutting down 24 Sleep exiting 1 initiating 1 storing battery 21 T temperature 21 traveling ...
Index A AC adapter, connecting 7 B battery calibrating 17 charging 13, 17 conserving power 20 discharging 14 disposing 22 inserting 12 low battery levels 15 recharging 18 removing 12 replacing 23 storing 21 Battery Check 10 battery light 13, 15 battery power 8 battery release latch 12 battery ... D drive media 1 H Hibernation exiting 2 initiated during critical battery level 15 initiating 2 L low battery level 15 O operating system 24 P power connecting 7 conserving 20 R readable media 1 S shutdown 24 shutting down 24 Sleep exiting 1 initiating 1 storing battery 21 T temperature 21 traveling ...