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... password protection on wakeup 25 Using HP Power Assistant (select models only 26 Using battery power ...26 Finding additional battery information 26 Using Battery Check ...27 Displaying the remaining battery charge 27 Maximizing battery discharge time 27 Managing low battery levels 27 Identifying low battery levels 27 Resolving a low battery level 28 Resolving a low battery level when external power is...
... password protection on wakeup 25 Using HP Power Assistant (select models only 26 Using battery power ...26 Finding additional battery information 26 Using Battery Check ...27 Displaying the remaining battery charge 27 Maximizing battery discharge time 27 Managing low battery levels 27 Identifying low battery levels 27 Resolving a low battery level 28 Resolving a low battery level when external power is...
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... Instructions poster-Guides you through setting up your computer and turning it on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. NOTE: Some of your user guides and reference material. ● Getting Started-Contains information about your...
... Instructions poster-Guides you through setting up your computer and turning it on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. NOTE: Some of your user guides and reference material. ● Getting Started-Contains information about your...
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... Then shut down the computer. Shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Replace the battery. Shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Inserting a SIM NOTE: To...: When inserting a SIM, position the card to match the icon next to the Getting Started guide. 1. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. Turn on the computer. Removing a...
... Then shut down the computer. Shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Replace the battery. Shut down the computer through the operating system. 2. Disconnect all external devices connected to the computer. 4. Inserting a SIM NOTE: To...: When inserting a SIM, position the card to match the icon next to the Getting Started guide. 1. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is off or in Hibernation, turn the computer on by pressing the power button. Turn on the computer. Removing a...
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... computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. 4 Power management NOTE: A computer may have a power button or a power switch. If the computer is unresponsive and you can shut down... Shutting down the computer CAUTION: Unsaved information is to both types of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is used throughout this guide to refer...
... computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for at least 5 seconds. ● Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. 4 Power management NOTE: A computer may have a power button or a power switch. If the computer is unresponsive and you can shut down... Shutting down the computer CAUTION: Unsaved information is to both types of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is used throughout this guide to refer...
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... be changed using Power Options in any computer functions while the computer is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is saved to a hibernation file on wakeup...-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that are enabled at the factory to initiate Sleep after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. or - NOTE: If you stopped working.
... be changed using Power Options in any computer functions while the computer is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is saved to a hibernation file on wakeup...-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that are enabled at the factory to initiate Sleep after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on the keyboard. ● Tap or swipe the TouchPad. or - NOTE: If you stopped working.
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...meter is located in the notification area, at the far right of inactivity when running on external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. Setting power options 23 Power settings and timeouts can help you stopped working. The power lights turn on wakeup, you... power plan, move the pointer over the power meter icon. ● To access Power Options, or to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of the taskbar. ● Windows 7-Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. -...
...meter is located in the notification area, at the far right of inactivity when running on external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. Setting power options 23 Power settings and timeouts can help you stopped working. The power lights turn on wakeup, you... power plan, move the pointer over the power meter icon. ● To access Power Options, or to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of the taskbar. ● Windows 7-Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. -...
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... provides tools and information to help you make informed decisions on external AC power, the computer automatically switches to battery power if the AC adapter is disconnected from HP. Using battery power WARNING! Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, running on power management: ● Power consumption predictions in case of a power...
... provides tools and information to help you make informed decisions on external AC power, the computer automatically switches to battery power if the AC adapter is disconnected from HP. Using battery power WARNING! Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, running on power management: ● Power consumption predictions in case of a power...
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...power meter, refer to Using the power meter on page 23. Using battery power 27 Maximum discharge time gradually decreases as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Managing low battery levels The information in Windows Control Panel. Preferences set at the far right...for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level, the following behavior occurs: ● The battery light (select models only) indicates a low or critical battery level. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to work properly. 2. To run Battery Check: 1. Connect the AC adapter to ...
...power meter, refer to Using the power meter on page 23. Using battery power 27 Maximum discharge time gradually decreases as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades. Managing low battery levels The information in Windows Control Panel. Preferences set at the far right...for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level, the following behavior occurs: ● The battery light (select models only) indicates a low or critical battery level. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to work properly. 2. To run Battery Check: 1. Connect the AC adapter to ...
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...the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in Windows Control Panel. ● Turn off the computer or initiate Hibernation. 2. Replace the discharged battery with a charged battery. 3. Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available ● Initiate Hibernation. ● Save your work and shut down the computer. 28 Chapter 4 Power... computer takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional docking or expansion device ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1.
...the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in Windows Control Panel. ● Turn off the computer or initiate Hibernation. 2. Replace the discharged battery with a charged battery. 3. Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available ● Initiate Hibernation. ● Save your work and shut down the computer. 28 Chapter 4 Power... computer takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional docking or expansion device ● Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1.
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...docking or expansion device. A message refers you to the HP Web site for proper battery disposal. Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the following conditions: ● When charging or calibrating a battery ● When installing or modifying system software ●... periods of in Help and Support notifies you are onboard aircraft. do not short external contacts; WARNING! NOTE: A stored battery should be unused and unplugged from HP. If a computer will be checked every 6 months. NOTE: For information on connecting to AC power, refer to a CD...
...docking or expansion device. A message refers you to the HP Web site for proper battery disposal. Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the following conditions: ● When charging or calibrating a battery ● When installing or modifying system software ●... periods of in Help and Support notifies you are onboard aircraft. do not short external contacts; WARNING! NOTE: A stored battery should be unused and unplugged from HP. If a computer will be checked every 6 months. NOTE: For information on connecting to AC power, refer to a CD...
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... the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following events occur: ● The battery begins to external AC power, the following symptoms when it into an AC outlet. 4. To test the AC adapter: 1. Contact HP Customer Support for information on . ● The power lights are off , the AC adapter is...
... the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following events occur: ● The battery begins to external AC power, the following symptoms when it into an AC outlet. 4. To test the AC adapter: 1. Contact HP Customer Support for information on . ● The power lights are off , the AC adapter is...
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... Center to configure the most efficient graphics processing mode for processing graphics: ● Performance mode-Runs application with optimal performance. ● Power Saving mode-Conserves battery life. Switchable graphics/dual graphics (select models only) 31 AMD Llano A series APUs support dual graphics. NOTE: When changing the switchable graphics schemes, it only...
... Center to configure the most efficient graphics processing mode for processing graphics: ● Performance mode-Runs application with optimal performance. ● Power Saving mode-Conserves battery life. Switchable graphics/dual graphics (select models only) 31 AMD Llano A series APUs support dual graphics. NOTE: When changing the switchable graphics schemes, it only...
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...and label the package "FRAGILE." ● Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic fields. The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is the only source of the drive. ● Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on it down the computer. ...Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices that check carry-on the keyboard or move a computer that the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to media. ● Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity extremes. ● Avoid exposing a drive to ...
...and label the package "FRAGILE." ● Avoid exposing a drive to magnetic fields. The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is the only source of the drive. ● Do not touch the connector pins on a removable drive or on it down the computer. ...Airport conveyer belts and similar security devices that check carry-on the keyboard or move a computer that the battery is sufficiently charged before writing to media. ● Avoid exposing a drive to temperature or humidity extremes. ● Avoid exposing a drive to ...
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... DriveGuard returns the hard drive to USB ports are not protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. Managing power with the display closed while the computer is running on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP 3D DriveGuard allows the computer to show that you either of the following ...conditions: ● You drop the computer. ● You move the computer, HP recommends that a drive in the primary ...
... DriveGuard returns the hard drive to USB ports are not protected by HP 3D DriveGuard. Managing power with the display closed while the computer is running on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP 3D DriveGuard allows the computer to show that you either of the following ...conditions: ● You drop the computer. ● You move the computer, HP recommends that a drive in the primary ...
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... file. or - Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. During the download and installation, follow these steps: a. Follow the on the HP Web site are packaged in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. Identify the BIOS update that is running on -screen instructions...(BIOS) and Advanced System Diagnostics Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. At the download area, follow the on battery power, docked in compressed files called SoftPaqs. To exit Computer Setup without saving your computer and access the BIOS update you are ready to...
... file. or - Select Start > Help and Support > Maintain. 2. During the download and installation, follow these steps: a. Follow the on the HP Web site are packaged in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. Identify the BIOS update that is running on -screen instructions...(BIOS) and Advanced System Diagnostics Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. At the download area, follow the on battery power, docked in compressed files called SoftPaqs. To exit Computer Setup without saving your computer and access the BIOS update you are ready to...
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... it reports an error, replace the memory modules immediately. ● Battery test-This test analyzes the condition of the hard drive. If the battery fails the test, contact HP Customer Support to report the issue and purchase a replacement battery. ● System Tune-Up-This group of the memory modules....tests checks your computer to make sure that are displayed on memory modules, hard drive SMART attributes, the hard drive surface, the battery (and battery calibration), video memory, and the WLAN module status. Double-click the file that has an .exe extension (for intermittent problems ...
... it reports an error, replace the memory modules immediately. ● Battery test-This test analyzes the condition of the hard drive. If the battery fails the test, contact HP Customer Support to report the issue and purchase a replacement battery. ● System Tune-Up-This group of the memory modules....tests checks your computer to make sure that are displayed on memory modules, hard drive SMART attributes, the hard drive surface, the battery (and battery calibration), video memory, and the WLAN module status. Double-click the file that has an .exe extension (for intermittent problems ...
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... or a drive, use suitable protective packaging and label the package "FRAGILE." ● If the computer has a wireless device or an HP Mobile Broadband Module installed, such as hand luggage; Such restrictions may be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the... battery and store it in some environments. Keep the backup separate from a drive bay and before removing the drive from the computer. ●...
... or a drive, use suitable protective packaging and label the package "FRAGILE." ● If the computer has a wireless device or an HP Mobile Broadband Module installed, such as hand luggage; Such restrictions may be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the... battery and store it in some environments. Keep the backup separate from a drive bay and before removing the drive from the computer. ●...
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...DriveLock password entering 59 removing 59 B battery conserving power 28 discharging 27 displaying remaining charge 27 disposing 29 low battery levels 27 replacing 29 storing 29 Battery Check 27 battery information, finding 26 battery power 26 battery temperature 29 BIOS determining version 68 downloading...existing wireless network 5 wired network 9 Connection Manager 4 connector, docking 43 conservation, power 28 creating a wireless connection 2 critical battery level 22, 28 critical updates, software 60 D deployment, software 75 digital card inserting 33 removing 34 supported formats 33 Disk ...
...DriveLock password entering 59 removing 59 B battery conserving power 28 discharging 27 displaying remaining charge 27 disposing 29 low battery levels 27 replacing 29 storing 29 Battery Check 27 battery information, finding 26 battery power 26 battery temperature 29 BIOS determining version 68 downloading...existing wireless network 5 wired network 9 Connection Manager 4 connector, docking 43 conservation, power 28 creating a wireless connection 2 critical battery level 22, 28 critical updates, software 60 D deployment, software 75 digital card inserting 33 removing 34 supported formats 33 Disk ...
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...G GPS 9 graphics modes, switching 31 H hard drive external 41 HP 3D DriveGuard 46 hard drive light 46 HDMI port, connecting 19 HDMI, configuring audio 20 Hibernation exiting 23 initiated during critical battery level 28 initiating 23 high-definition devices, connecting 19, 20 hotkeys,... media 15 HP 3D DriveGuard 46 HP Client Configuration Manager 76, 77 HP Client Manager for Altiris 76 HP Connection Manager 4 HP Mobile Broadband Module 7, 8 HP Power Assistant 26 HP ProtectTools Security Manager 61 HP System...
...G GPS 9 graphics modes, switching 31 H hard drive external 41 HP 3D DriveGuard 46 hard drive light 46 HDMI port, connecting 19 HDMI, configuring audio 20 Hibernation exiting 23 initiated during critical battery level 28 initiating 23 high-definition devices, connecting 19, 20 hotkeys,... media 15 HP 3D DriveGuard 46 HP Client Configuration Manager 76, 77 HP Client Manager for Altiris 76 HP Connection Manager 4 HP Mobile Broadband Module 7, 8 HP Power Assistant 26 HP ProtectTools Security Manager 61 HP System...
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... SoftPaqs, downloading 65 software antivirus 60 critical updates 60 deployment 75 Disk Cleanup 45 Disk Defragmenter 45 firewall 60 HP Connection Manager 4 recovery 75 updates 76 storing a battery 29 switch, power 21 switchable graphics 31 T temperature 29 testing an AC adapter 30 traveling with the computer ... 23 power plans 23 power-saving states 22 V VGA port, connecting 17 video 17 volume adjusting 16 buttons 16 keys 16 W Web sites HP System Software Manager 78 Intel Pro technology for iAMT 78 webcam 17 wireless icons 2 protecting 6 set up 6 wireless connection, creating 2 wireless devices...
... SoftPaqs, downloading 65 software antivirus 60 critical updates 60 deployment 75 Disk Cleanup 45 Disk Defragmenter 45 firewall 60 HP Connection Manager 4 recovery 75 updates 76 storing a battery 29 switch, power 21 switchable graphics 31 T temperature 29 testing an AC adapter 30 traveling with the computer ... 23 power plans 23 power-saving states 22 V VGA port, connecting 17 video 17 volume adjusting 16 buttons 16 keys 16 W Web sites HP System Software Manager 78 Intel Pro technology for iAMT 78 webcam 17 wireless icons 2 protecting 6 set up 6 wireless connection, creating 2 wireless devices...