HP ProBook User Guide - Windows 7
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Do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Use the computer only on your lap or ... heat-related injuries or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Also, do not place the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface...
Do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Use the computer only on your lap or ... heat-related injuries or of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950). Also, do not place the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface...
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... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion ...59 A device driver must be reinstalled 60 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 60 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 60 Webcam (select models only) ...62 Adjusting webcam properties 62 5 Power management Setting power options...66 Setting password protection on wakeup 66 Using Power Assistant (select models only 67 Starting Power Assistant ...67 Using external AC power ...67 Connecting the AC adapter 68 Using battery power ...69 Finding battery information in Help and Support 69 Using Battery Check ...69 Displaying the ...
... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion ...59 A device driver must be reinstalled 60 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 60 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 60 Webcam (select models only) ...62 Adjusting webcam properties 62 5 Power management Setting power options...66 Setting password protection on wakeup 66 Using Power Assistant (select models only 67 Starting Power Assistant ...67 Using external AC power ...67 Connecting the AC adapter 68 Using battery power ...69 Finding battery information in Help and Support 69 Using Battery Check ...69 Displaying the ...
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... and Sleep 76 Conserving battery power 76 Storing a battery ...77 Disposing of a used battery 77 Replacing the battery ...77 Testing an AC adapter ...78 Shutting down the computer ...78 6 Drives Identifying installed drives ...80 Handling drives ...80 Improving hard drive performance ...82 Using Disk... Defragmenter 82 Using Disk Cleanup ...82 Using HP 3D DriveGuard ...83 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 83 Using HP 3D DriveGuard software 84 Replacing a hard drive in the hard drive bay 85 Replacing a drive in...
... and Sleep 76 Conserving battery power 76 Storing a battery ...77 Disposing of a used battery 77 Replacing the battery ...77 Testing an AC adapter ...78 Shutting down the computer ...78 6 Drives Identifying installed drives ...80 Handling drives ...80 Improving hard drive performance ...82 Using Disk... Defragmenter 82 Using Disk Cleanup ...82 Using HP 3D DriveGuard ...83 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 83 Using HP 3D DriveGuard software 84 Replacing a hard drive in the hard drive bay 85 Replacing a drive in...
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Connects an AC adapter. NOTE: The security cable is connected to the headphone jack, the computer speakers are disabled. Identifying hardware 15 Component (1) RJ-45 (network) jack (2) ...cable. Component (6) Audio-in (microphone) jack (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack Description Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. Connects an AC adapter. Rear components NOTE: Refer to the computer. Connects a modem cable. Connects a network cable. NOTE: When a device is designed to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,...
Connects an AC adapter. NOTE: The security cable is connected to the headphone jack, the computer speakers are disabled. Identifying hardware 15 Component (1) RJ-45 (network) jack (2) ...cable. Component (6) Audio-in (microphone) jack (7) Audio-out (headphone) jack Description Connects an optional computer headset microphone, stereo array microphone, or monaural microphone. Connects an AC adapter. Rear components NOTE: Refer to the computer. Connects a modem cable. Connects a network cable. NOTE: When a device is designed to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones,...
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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 the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. ● Serial number label-Provides ...
Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. ● Serial number label-Provides ...
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The optical drive allows you to use the media content. Turn on your AC adapter is plugged into place. 6. It prompts you to select how you have not yet configured AutoPlay, as described in the following section, an AutoPlay dialog ...
The optical drive allows you to use the media content. Turn on your AC adapter is plugged into place. 6. It prompts you to select how you have not yet configured AutoPlay, as described in the following section, an AutoPlay dialog ...
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Using external AC power External AC power is running: ▲ Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Power Assistant. - Using Power Assistant (select models only) Power Assistant allows you make informed decisions on power management: ...DVD Using Power Assistant (select models only) 67 For more information about computer 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 Connect the computer to the Power Assistant software Help. Do not ...
Using external AC power External AC power is running: ▲ Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Power Assistant. - Using Power Assistant (select models only) Power Assistant allows you make informed decisions on power management: ...DVD Using Power Assistant (select models only) 67 For more information about computer 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 Connect the computer to the Power Assistant software Help. Do not ...
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...or damage to the equipment: Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) 3pin outlet. To reduce the risk of the power cord into the AC adapter (2). 3. To connect the computer to battery power. ● The display brightness is easily accessible at all times. If provided with a 3-pin ...to charge. ● If the computer is an important safety feature. To increase display brightness, press the fn+f10 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter. Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer). Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for example,...
...or damage to the equipment: Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) 3pin outlet. To reduce the risk of the power cord into the AC adapter (2). 3. To connect the computer to battery power. ● The display brightness is easily accessible at all times. If provided with a 3-pin ...to charge. ● If the computer is an important safety feature. To increase display brightness, press the fn+f10 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter. Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the computer). Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for example,...
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..., Thermal and Mechanical. 3. Using battery power 69 NOTE: The display brightness is disconnected from HP. Click the Power tab, and then click Battery Check. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to battery power if the AC adapter is decreased to the computer. If the computer contains a charged battery and is not...
..., Thermal and Mechanical. 3. Using battery power 69 NOTE: The display brightness is disconnected from HP. Click the Power tab, and then click Battery Check. Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to battery power if the AC adapter is decreased to the computer. If the computer contains a charged battery and is not...
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Charging a battery WARNING! NOTE: If the computer is close to discharge below 5 percent of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, or an optional docking device. The battery light displays charge status: ● Amber: A battery is charging. ● Turquoise: A battery is on the computer. ● Charge ...
Charging a battery WARNING! NOTE: If the computer is close to discharge below 5 percent of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, or an optional docking device. The battery light displays charge status: ● Amber: A battery is charging. ● Turquoise: A battery is on the computer. ● Charge ...
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... When the computer lacks sufficient power to be calibrated more than once a month. Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is off . It is available ▲ Initiate Hibernation. - Insert a charged battery or plug the...
... When the computer lacks sufficient power to be calibrated more than once a month. Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is off . It is available ▲ Initiate Hibernation. - Insert a charged battery or plug the...
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... Chapter 5 Power management Click the plus sign next to Sleep, and then click the plus sign next to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into the computer. 2. Click Change advanced power settings. 6. Click OK. 10. Click Save changes. Under the...
... Chapter 5 Power management Click the plus sign next to Sleep, and then click the plus sign next to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product, or optional docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into the computer. 2. Click Change advanced power settings. 6. Click OK. 10. Click Save changes. Under the...
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... 5 Power management Connect the AC adapter to the computer and to an AC outlet. 3. To test the AC adapter: 1. Remove the battery from external power for information on , the AC adapter is functioning properly. ● If the power lights remain off, the AC adapter is not functioning and should ... information will not turn on when connected to the AC adapter. ● The display does not turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following conditions:...
... 5 Power management Connect the AC adapter to the computer and to an AC outlet. 3. To test the AC adapter: 1. Remove the battery from external power for information on , the AC adapter is functioning properly. ● If the power lights remain off, the AC adapter is not functioning and should ... information will not turn on when connected to the AC adapter. ● The display does not turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. Save your work and close all open programs. 2. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following conditions:...
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... BIOS 135 Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Click your specific product from the computer by 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... and then download and install the new BIOS. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you check the HP Web site periodically for BIOS updates. 1. During the download and installation, follow these steps: 1. To use Computer Setup for displaying BIOS...
... BIOS 135 Do not shut down the computer or initiate Sleep or Hibernation. Click your specific product from the computer by 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... and then download and install the new BIOS. Updating the BIOS To update the BIOS, first determine what BIOS version you check the HP Web site periodically for BIOS updates. 1. During the download and installation, follow these steps: 1. To use Computer Setup for displaying BIOS...
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Index Symbols/Numerics 1394 cable, connecting 97 1394 devices connecting 97 removing 97 1394 port 97 1394 port, identifying 13 A AC adapter connecting 68 identifying 19 administrator password 117 airport security devices 81 Altiris Deployment Solutions 157 applications key, Windows 10, 11 audio devices... device radio 149 fingerprint reader 149 internal speakers 149 LAN/WLAN switching 149 microphone 149 modem 149 Network Interface Controller (LAN) 149 Notebook Upgrade Bay 149 Power Monitor Circuit 149 Wake on LAN 149 wireless button 149 WLAN device radio 149 built-in device options 149 ...
Index Symbols/Numerics 1394 cable, connecting 97 1394 devices connecting 97 removing 97 1394 port 97 1394 port, identifying 13 A AC adapter connecting 68 identifying 19 administrator password 117 airport security devices 81 Altiris Deployment Solutions 157 applications key, Windows 10, 11 audio devices... device radio 149 fingerprint reader 149 internal speakers 149 LAN/WLAN switching 149 microphone 149 modem 149 Network Interface Controller (LAN) 149 Notebook Upgrade Bay 149 Power Monitor Circuit 149 Wake on LAN 149 wireless button 149 WLAN device radio 149 built-in device options 149 ...
HP ProBook User Guide - Windows Vista
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Use the computer only on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Safety warning notice WARNING! Also, do not place ...the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface...
Use the computer only on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Do not allow the AC adapter to contact the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Safety warning notice WARNING! Also, do not place ...the computer directly on a hard, flat surface. The computer and the AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International Standard for Safety of overheating the computer, do not allow another hard surface...
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... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion ...58 A device driver must be reinstalled 59 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 59 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 59 Webcam (select models only) ...61 Adjusting webcam properties 61 5 Power management Setting power options...65 Setting password protection on wakeup 65 Using Power Assistant (select models only 66 Starting Power Assistant ...66 Using external AC power ...66 Connecting the AC adapter 67 Using battery power ...68 Finding battery information in Help and Support 68 Using Battery Check ...68 Displaying the ...
... of burning a disc does not begin, or it stops before completion ...58 A device driver must be reinstalled 59 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 59 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 59 Webcam (select models only) ...61 Adjusting webcam properties 61 5 Power management Setting power options...65 Setting password protection on wakeup 65 Using Power Assistant (select models only 66 Starting Power Assistant ...66 Using external AC power ...66 Connecting the AC adapter 67 Using battery power ...68 Finding battery information in Help and Support 68 Using Battery Check ...68 Displaying the ...
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... and Sleep 74 Conserving battery power 74 Storing a battery ...74 Disposing of a used battery 75 Replacing the battery ...75 Testing an AC adapter ...76 Shutting down the computer ...76 6 Drives Identifying installed drives ...78 Handling drives ...78 Improving hard drive performance ...80 Using Disk... Defragmenter 80 Using Disk Cleanup ...80 Using HP 3D DriveGuard ...81 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 81 Using HP 3D DriveGuard software 82 Replacing a hard drive in the hard drive bay 83 Replacing a drive in...
... and Sleep 74 Conserving battery power 74 Storing a battery ...74 Disposing of a used battery 75 Replacing the battery ...75 Testing an AC adapter ...76 Shutting down the computer ...76 6 Drives Identifying installed drives ...78 Handling drives ...78 Improving hard drive performance ...80 Using Disk... Defragmenter 80 Using Disk Cleanup ...80 Using HP 3D DriveGuard ...81 Identifying HP 3D DriveGuard status 81 Using HP 3D DriveGuard software 82 Replacing a hard drive in the hard drive bay 83 Replacing a drive in...
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Connects a modem cable. Connects an AC adapter. NOTE: When a device is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Connects an external VGA ... (4) External monitor port (5) Power connector Description Attaches an optional security cable to the headphone jack, the computer speakers are disabled. Identifying hardware 15 Connects an AC adapter. NOTE: The security cable is connected to the computer.
Connects a modem cable. Connects an AC adapter. NOTE: When a device is designed to act as a deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from being mishandled or stolen. Connects an external VGA ... (4) External monitor port (5) Power connector Description Attaches an optional security cable to the headphone jack, the computer speakers are disabled. Identifying hardware 15 Connects an AC adapter. NOTE: The security cable is connected to the computer.
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... into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. ● Serial number...
... into external power. *Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. Additional hardware components Component Description (1) Power cord* Connects an AC adapter to an AC outlet. (2) AC adapter Converts AC power to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system problems or travel internationally with the computer. ● Serial number...