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... keyboard 32 5 Multimedia Multimedia features ...33 Identifying your multimedia components 34 Adjusting the volume ...35 Using the media activity keys 36 Multimedia software ...37 Using HP MediaSmart or TouchSmart (select models only) software 37 Using other preinstalled multimedia software 37 Installing multimedia software from a disc 37 Audio ...39 Connecting external audio... your audio functions 39 Video ...40 Connecting an external monitor or projector 40 Connecting an HDMI device 41 Configuring audio for HDMI 41 Webcam ...42 6 Power management vi
... keyboard 32 5 Multimedia Multimedia features ...33 Identifying your multimedia components 34 Adjusting the volume ...35 Using the media activity keys 36 Multimedia software ...37 Using HP MediaSmart or TouchSmart (select models only) software 37 Using other preinstalled multimedia software 37 Installing multimedia software from a disc 37 Audio ...39 Connecting external audio... your audio functions 39 Video ...40 Connecting an external monitor or projector 40 Connecting an HDMI device 41 Configuring audio for HDMI 41 Webcam ...42 6 Power management vi
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... Using the battery meter ...44 Using power plans ...44 Viewing the current power plan 45 Selecting a different power plan 45 Customizing power plans 45 Setting password protection on wakeup 45 Using external AC power ...46 Connecting the AC adapter 47 Using battery power ...48 Finding battery information in Help... is available 51 Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation 51 Calibrating a battery ...52 Conserving battery power 53 Storing a battery ...54 Disposing of a used battery 54 Replacing the battery ...54 Switching between graphics modes (select models...
... Using the battery meter ...44 Using power plans ...44 Viewing the current power plan 45 Selecting a different power plan 45 Customizing power plans 45 Setting password protection on wakeup 45 Using external AC power ...46 Connecting the AC adapter 47 Using battery power ...48 Finding battery information in Help... is available 51 Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation 51 Calibrating a battery ...52 Conserving battery power 53 Storing a battery ...54 Disposing of a used battery 54 Replacing the battery ...54 Switching between graphics modes (select models...
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... drives ...65 Improving hard drive performance ...66 Using Disk Defragmenter 66 Using Disk Cleanup ...66 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 67 Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status 67 Managing power with a parked hard drive 67 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software 68 Replacing a drive in the hard drive bay 69 8 External...
... drives ...65 Improving hard drive performance ...66 Using Disk Defragmenter 66 Using Disk Cleanup ...66 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection 67 Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status 67 Managing power with a parked hard drive 67 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software 68 Replacing a drive in the hard drive bay 69 8 External...
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Managing an administrator password 85 Entering an administrator password 85 Power-on password 85 Managing a power-on password 86 Entering a power-on password 86 Using antivirus software ...87 Using firewall software ...87 Installing critical security updates ...88 Installing an optional ...DVD or BD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 98 A device driver must be reinstalled ...98 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 98 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 99 13 Changing QuickWeb settings Disabling and enabling QuickWeb 100 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS...
Managing an administrator password 85 Entering an administrator password 85 Power-on password 85 Managing a power-on password 86 Entering a power-on password 86 Using antivirus software ...87 Using firewall software ...87 Installing critical security updates ...88 Installing an optional ...DVD or BD playing in Windows Media Player produces no sound or display 98 A device driver must be reinstalled ...98 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 98 Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers 99 13 Changing QuickWeb settings Disabling and enabling QuickWeb 100 Appendix A Setup Utility (BIOS...
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... are detected. ● White-The fingerprint was read. ● Amber-The fingerprint was not read. 6 Chapter 2 Features NOTE: The computer has two power lights. Amber-The computer sound is off or in Sleep. ● Off-The computer is off . ● White-An integrated wireless device, such as... a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is in Hibernation. The other power light is on the right side of the computer. ● On-The computer is disabled. Lights Item Description 1 TouchPad light 2 Caps Lock light...
... are detected. ● White-The fingerprint was read. ● Amber-The fingerprint was not read. 6 Chapter 2 Features NOTE: The computer has two power lights. Amber-The computer sound is off or in Sleep. ● Off-The computer is off . ● White-An integrated wireless device, such as... a wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/or a Bluetooth® device, is in Hibernation. The other power light is on the right side of the computer. ● On-The computer is disabled. Lights Item Description 1 TouchPad light 2 Caps Lock light...
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... and Support. For more information about changing the factory settings, refer to shut down the computer. Components 7 For information about the power settings, select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. Allows a fingerprint logon to : ● Turn on the computer. ● Initiate Sleep. ● Exit Sleep. ● Exit Hibernation. Buttons and...
... and Support. For more information about changing the factory settings, refer to shut down the computer. Components 7 For information about the power settings, select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. Allows a fingerprint logon to : ● Turn on the computer. ● Initiate Sleep. ● Exit Sleep. ● Exit Hibernation. Buttons and...
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...AC adapter. Components 9 Flashing-Accessing the optical drive. Front components Description Speakers (2) Right-side components Function Produce sound. The other power light is on the top left of the computer. ● On-The computer is on select models, writes to optical discs.... 1 USB ports (2) 2 Optical drive 3 Optical Drive light 4 Power light 5 Hard Disk Drive light 6 AC Adapter light 7 Power connector 8 Security Cable slot Function Connect optional USB devices. NOTE: The computer has two power lights. The security cable is not connected to act as a deterrent...
...AC adapter. Components 9 Flashing-Accessing the optical drive. Front components Description Speakers (2) Right-side components Function Produce sound. The other power light is on the top left of the computer. ● On-The computer is on select models, writes to optical discs.... 1 USB ports (2) 2 Optical drive 3 Optical Drive light 4 Power light 5 Hard Disk Drive light 6 AC Adapter light 7 Power connector 8 Security Cable slot Function Connect optional USB devices. NOTE: The computer has two power lights. The security cable is not connected to act as a deterrent...
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... (network) jack 4 HDMI port 5 eSATA/USB port 6 USB port 7 Audio-in (microphone) jack 8 Audio-out (headphone) jack 9 Digital Media Slot Function Enable airflow to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Connects an...
... (network) jack 4 HDMI port 5 eSATA/USB port 6 USB port 7 Audio-in (microphone) jack 8 Audio-out (headphone) jack 9 Digital Media Slot Function Enable airflow to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, ear buds, a headset, or television audio. It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Connects an...
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Provides power when the computer is not connected to an AC outlet. Additional hardware components Item Description 1 Power cord* 2 AC adapter 3 Battery* Function Connects an AC adapter to an external power source. * Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. 14 Chapter 2 Features Converts AC power to DC power.
Provides power when the computer is not connected to an AC outlet. Additional hardware components Item Description 1 Power cord* 2 AC adapter 3 Battery* Function Connects an AC adapter to an external power source. * Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country. 14 Chapter 2 Features Converts AC power to DC power.
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... and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are disabled by the wireless action key (f12) or HP Wireless Assistant). The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your computer are enabled at the factory, so the wireless light is on (white) when you ...turn on the computer using: ● Wireless action key (f12) ● HP Wireless Assistant software ● HP Connection Manager software (select models only)...
... and wireless connections are available, but no network devices are disabled by the wireless action key (f12) or HP Wireless Assistant). The wireless light indicates the overall power state of your computer are enabled at the factory, so the wireless light is on (white) when you ...turn on the computer using: ● Wireless action key (f12) ● HP Wireless Assistant software ● HP Connection Manager software (select models only)...
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.... Find the solution that works best for your network security: ◦ Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is a wireless security protocol that make the public environment more powerful forms of both software and hardware. However, instead of the computer in a hotspot, limit your network from the most common wireless security risks. ● Work...
.... Find the solution that works best for your network security: ◦ Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) is a wireless security protocol that make the public environment more powerful forms of both software and hardware. However, instead of the computer in a hotspot, limit your network from the most common wireless security risks. ● Work...
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Produces sound when connected to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices included with this computer. For additional safety information, refer to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, headset, or television audio. NOTE: When a device is connected to the headphone jack, the computer speakers are disabled. Records video, and ...
Produces sound when connected to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices included with this computer. For additional safety information, refer to optional powered stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, headset, or television audio. NOTE: When a device is connected to the headphone jack, the computer speakers are disabled. Records video, and ...
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...the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. 6 Power management Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory to initiate Sleep after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery... while reading from or writing to memory, letting you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. Your work is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. If the computer is in the Sleep state or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation...
...the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. 6 Power management Setting power options Using power-saving states The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory to initiate Sleep after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery... while reading from or writing to memory, letting you exit Sleep faster than exiting Hibernation. Your work is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. If the computer is in the Sleep state or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation...
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...meter The battery meter is required when exiting Hibernation, enter your own power plan. 44 Chapter 6 Power management Under the Behaviors column, select Show icons and notifications for the Power icon. 4. Power plans can change the power plan, click the Battery Meter icon, and then select an item ...from the list. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights illuminate, and you return to the screen where you conserve power or maximize performance. Power settings and timeouts are changed using Power Options in the notification area at the prompt. Different Battery Meter ...
...meter The battery meter is required when exiting Hibernation, enter your own power plan. 44 Chapter 6 Power management Under the Behaviors column, select Show icons and notifications for the Power icon. 4. Power plans can change the power plan, click the Battery Meter icon, and then select an item ...from the list. When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights illuminate, and you return to the screen where you conserve power or maximize performance. Power settings and timeouts are changed using Power Options in the notification area at the prompt. Different Battery Meter ...
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... settings as needed. 4. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. or - ● Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. Click Require a password (recommended). 5. Selecting a different power plan To select a different power plan: ● Click the Battery Meter icon in the notification area at the far... right of the taskbar, and then select a power plan from the list. Click the Battery Meter icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar. - In...
... settings as needed. 4. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. or - ● Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. Click Require a password (recommended). 5. Selecting a different power plan To select a different power plan: ● Click the Battery Meter icon in the notification area at the far... right of the taskbar, and then select a power plan from the list. Click the Battery Meter icon in the notification area at the far right of the taskbar. - In...
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.... When connecting to external AC power: ● The battery begins to save battery life. To increase display brightness, press the Increase Screen Brightness key or reconnect the AC adapter. 46 Chapter 6 Power management When disconnecting from HP. 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 external AC power: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is automatically decreased to charge. ● If the computer ...
.... When connecting to external AC power: ● The battery begins to save battery life. To increase display brightness, press the Increase Screen Brightness key or reconnect the AC adapter. 46 Chapter 6 Power management When disconnecting from HP. 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 external AC power: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is automatically decreased to charge. ● If the computer ...
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... the cord into an AC outlet that is an important safety feature. Connect the other end of electric shock or damage to the power connector (1) on the computer. 2. To connect the computer to an AC outlet (3). The grounding pin is easily accessible at all times. Using ...external AC power 47 Disconnect power from the computer by disconnecting the power cord from the AC outlet (not by attaching a 2-pin adapter. Connect the AC adapter to the equipment: Connect the...
... the cord into an AC outlet that is an important safety feature. Connect the other end of electric shock or damage to the power connector (1) on the computer. 2. To connect the computer to an AC outlet (3). The grounding pin is easily accessible at all times. Using ...external AC power 47 Disconnect power from the computer by disconnecting the power cord from the AC outlet (not by attaching a 2-pin adapter. Connect the AC adapter to the equipment: Connect the...
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... only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. NOTE: The computer must be connected to external power for Battery Check to battery power if the AC adapter is running on battery types, specifications, life cycles...contains a charged battery and is disconnected from the computer. However, a battery in storage, depending on AC power. When the computer is off and disconnected from HP. Keep a battery in the computer or in the computer slowly discharges when the computer is connected to verify...
... only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. NOTE: The computer must be connected to external power for Battery Check to battery power if the AC adapter is running on battery types, specifications, life cycles...contains a charged battery and is disconnected from the computer. However, a battery in storage, depending on AC power. When the computer is off and disconnected from HP. Keep a battery in the computer or in the computer slowly discharges when the computer is connected to verify...
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...battery: 1. Pivot the battery upward (2), and then remove the battery from the computer (3). Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. 2. Using battery power 49 The battery release latch automatically locks the battery into the battery bay and rotate it downward (2) until it is the sole... power source causes loss of information, initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. Slide the battery release latch ...
...battery: 1. Pivot the battery upward (2), and then remove the battery from the computer (3). Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. 2. Using battery power 49 The battery release latch automatically locks the battery into the battery bay and rotate it downward (2) until it is the sole... power source causes loss of information, initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. Slide the battery release latch ...
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...used while on the computer. ● Allow the battery to discharge below five percent of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device. Charging might take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for ...two weeks or more , calibrate the battery instead of simply charging it is off or in a cool, dry location. 50 Chapter 6 Power management The battery charges whether the computer is much warmer or cooler than room temperature. Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending ...
...used while on the computer. ● Allow the battery to discharge below five percent of a full charge through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device. Charging might take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for ...two weeks or more , calibrate the battery instead of simply charging it is off or in a cool, dry location. 50 Chapter 6 Power management The battery charges whether the computer is much warmer or cooler than room temperature. Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending ...