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... when no power source is available 45 Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation ....... 45 Storing a user-replaceable battery 45 Disposing of a user-replaceable battery 45 Replacing a user-replaceable battery 46 Running on external AC power ...46 Troubleshooting power problems 46 HP CoolSense (select models only 47 Refreshing your software content with...
... when no power source is available 45 Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation ....... 45 Storing a user-replaceable battery 45 Disposing of a user-replaceable battery 45 Replacing a user-replaceable battery 46 Running on external AC power ...46 Troubleshooting power problems 46 HP CoolSense (select models only 47 Refreshing your software content with...
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...9679; Online chat with Windows® 8. Windows 8 Basics guide ● Overview of your warranty, please include your language, go to http://welcome.hp.com/ country/us /en/wwcontact_us.html. 2 Chapter 1 Starting right Safety & Comfort Guide ● To access this table. Di Vittorio, 9,...Help and Support, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. ● Important regulatory notices, including proper battery disposal information. Resource Contents Setup Instructions ● Overview of injury. ...
...9679; Online chat with Windows® 8. Windows 8 Basics guide ● Overview of your warranty, please include your language, go to http://welcome.hp.com/ country/us /en/wwcontact_us.html. 2 Chapter 1 Starting right Safety & Comfort Guide ● To access this table. Di Vittorio, 9,...Help and Support, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. ● Important regulatory notices, including proper battery disposal information. Resource Contents Setup Instructions ● Overview of injury. ...
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... Chapter 2 Getting to the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. Connect optional USB 3.0 devices and provide enhanced USB power performance. This jack...ports, see Using a USB device on the network. ● White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charged. ● Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging. ● Off: The computer is connected. Right side Component (1) Audio-out (headphone) jack/...
... Chapter 2 Getting to the Regulatory, Safety, and Environmental Notices. To access this guide, from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. Connect optional USB 3.0 devices and provide enhanced USB power performance. This jack...ports, see Using a USB device on the network. ● White: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charged. ● Amber: The AC adapter is connected and the battery is charging. ● Off: The computer is connected. Right side Component (1) Audio-out (headphone) jack/...
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...slot, and the memory module slots. Produce sound. Bottom 13 Bottom Component (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Service door Battery bay Vents (3) Battery cover release latch HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Speakers (2) Description Provides access to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Provides superior bass sound...., remove the module to cycle on and off during routine operation. Releases the battery cover over the battery bay. Enable airflow to cool internal components. Holds the battery. CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a...
...slot, and the memory module slots. Produce sound. Bottom 13 Bottom Component (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Service door Battery bay Vents (3) Battery cover release latch HP Triple Bass Reflex Subwoofer Speakers (2) Description Provides access to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Provides superior bass sound...., remove the module to cycle on and off during routine operation. Releases the battery cover over the battery bay. Enable airflow to cool internal components. Holds the battery. CAUTION: To prevent an unresponsive system, replace the wireless module only with a...
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...certification label or labels-Provide information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of the countries or regions in the battery bay. ● Regulatory label-Provides regulatory information about the computer. The labels are in easily accessible locations. ● Service ...label-Provides important information, including the following: NOTE: Your label may look slightly different from the illustration in the battery bay. 14 Chapter 2 Getting to the computer provide information you may need when you contact support. Labels The labels affixed to...
...certification label or labels-Provide information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of the countries or regions in the battery bay. ● Regulatory label-Provides regulatory information about the computer. The labels are in easily accessible locations. ● Service ...label-Provides important information, including the following: NOTE: Your label may look slightly different from the illustration in the battery bay. 14 Chapter 2 Getting to the computer provide information you may need when you contact support. Labels The labels affixed to...
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... Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to the system. Using the action keys An action key performs an assigned function. NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn off or on.
... Support also provides automated troubleshooting tools and access to the system. Using the action keys An action key performs an assigned function. NOTE: To conserve battery power, turn off or on.
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...To reduce the risk of possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of inactivity when running on battery power or on external power. After Hibernation is initiated, press the power button to a hibernation file and the computer powers down. For ...Rapid Start Technology (select models only) For select models, the Intel Rapid Start Technology (RST) feature is important to charge the battery, it is enabled by default. Your computer supports power plans to manage how your work is automatically initiated after a period of ...
...To reduce the risk of possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or loss of inactivity when running on battery power or on external power. After Hibernation is initiated, press the power button to a hibernation file and the computer powers down. For ...Rapid Start Technology (select models only) For select models, the Intel Rapid Start Technology (RST) feature is important to charge the battery, it is enabled by default. Your computer supports power plans to manage how your work is automatically initiated after a period of ...
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... the Windows desktop, point over the power meter icon. ● To use only the user-replaceable battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. Running on battery power When a charged battery is in the computer slowly discharges when the computer is running on the computer, display brightness...
... the Windows desktop, point over the power meter icon. ● To use only the user-replaceable battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from external power. Running on battery power When a charged battery is in the computer slowly discharges when the computer is running on the computer, display brightness...
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... computer upside down on the display. ● Select the Power saver setting in HP Support Assistant. NOTE: The battery release latch automatically returns to release the battery. Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove it is the sole power source for conserving battery power and maximizing battery life: ● Lower the brightness on a flat surface. 2. To access...
... computer upside down on the display. ● Select the Power saver setting in HP Support Assistant. NOTE: The battery release latch automatically returns to release the battery. Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove it is the sole power source for conserving battery power and maximizing battery life: ● Lower the brightness on a flat surface. 2. To access...
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.... ● Connect an optional docking or expansion device. ● Connect an optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP. Storing a user-replaceable battery CAUTION: To reduce the risk of in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. If the capacity is on or in...Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on the Windows desktop shows a low or critical battery notification. A stored battery should be unused and unplugged from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. NOTE: For additional ...
.... ● Connect an optional docking or expansion device. ● Connect an optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP. Storing a user-replaceable battery CAUTION: To reduce the risk of in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. If the capacity is on or in...Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on the Windows desktop shows a low or critical battery notification. A stored battery should be unused and unplugged from the Start screen, type support, select the HP Support Assistant app, select My computer, and then select User guides. NOTE: For additional ...
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... the computer to external AC power: ● The battery begins to external AC power under any of the following symptoms when it is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. Troubleshooting power problems Test the AC adapter if the computer..., refer to the Setup Instructions poster provided in HP Support Assistant notifies you to replace the battery when an internal cell is connected to the HP website for more information about ordering a replacement battery. Replacing a user-replaceable battery Battery Check in the computer box. Running on external...
... the computer to external AC power: ● The battery begins to external AC power under any of the following symptoms when it is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. Troubleshooting power problems Test the AC adapter if the computer..., refer to the Setup Instructions poster provided in HP Support Assistant notifies you to replace the battery when an internal cell is connected to the HP website for more information about ordering a replacement battery. Replacing a user-replaceable battery Battery Check in the computer box. Running on external...
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...turns off or on, follow these steps: ▲ From the Start screen, type cool, select Settings, and then select HP CoolSense. HP CoolSense (select models only) HP CoolSense automatically detects when the computer is in a stationary position and adjusts performance and fan settings to save your software content ...the power lights remain off , check the connection from the AC adapter to the computer and the connection from the computer. 3. Remove the battery from the AC adapter to the AC outlet to make sure the connections are secure. ● If the connections are downloaded. ▲ ...
...turns off or on, follow these steps: ▲ From the Start screen, type cool, select Settings, and then select HP CoolSense. HP CoolSense (select models only) HP CoolSense automatically detects when the computer is in a stationary position and adjusts performance and fan settings to save your software content ...the power lights remain off , check the connection from the AC adapter to the computer and the connection from the computer. 3. Remove the battery from the AC adapter to the AC outlet to make sure the connections are secure. ● If the connections are downloaded. ▲ ...
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... Chapter 6 Managing power If the computer is to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you can turn off the computer by briefly pressing the power button. 1. Save your work and close ...
... Chapter 6 Managing power If the computer is to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you can turn off the computer by briefly pressing the power button. 1. Save your work and close ...
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...as your computer Do not drop a drive, place items on baggage use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay. ● When the battery is the only source of magnetism and do not damage drives. ● Remove media from a drive before writing to media. ● If a ...your computer, and tips for specific precautions when handling drives. 52 Chapter 8 Maintaining your computer gets older, you are fragile computer components that the battery is off, in the Sleep state, or in a bubble-pack mailer or other suitable protective packaging and label the package "FRAGILE." ● ...
...as your computer Do not drop a drive, place items on baggage use excessive force when inserting a drive into a drive bay. ● When the battery is the only source of magnetism and do not damage drives. ● Remove media from a drive before writing to media. ● If a ...your computer, and tips for specific precautions when handling drives. 52 Chapter 8 Maintaining your computer gets older, you are fragile computer components that the battery is off, in the Sleep state, or in a bubble-pack mailer or other suitable protective packaging and label the package "FRAGILE." ● ...
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Unplug the power cord from the computer (see Removing a user-replaceable battery on page 43). Turn the computer upside down the computer. Remove the hard drive: 1. Loosen the service door screw (1), lift the service door (2), and then ... you are unsure whether the computer is off, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it (3). Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 4. Improving performance 53 Save your work and shut down through the operating system. 1.
Unplug the power cord from the computer (see Removing a user-replaceable battery on page 43). Turn the computer upside down the computer. Remove the hard drive: 1. Loosen the service door screw (1), lift the service door (2), and then ... you are unsure whether the computer is off, in the Sleep state, or in Hibernation, turn the computer on, and then shut it (3). Remove the battery from the AC outlet. 4. Improving performance 53 Save your work and shut down through the operating system. 1.
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... searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that the system can safely delete to normal operation. Follow the on battery power. Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only) HP 3D DriveGuard protects a hard drive by parking the drive and halting data requests under either of the following conditions...or in the secondary hard drive bay are not covered by deleting unnecessary files. 2. After you can run more information, see the HP 3D DriveGuard software Help. However, depending on -screen instructions. Connect the computer to complete. Follow the on the size of your hard...
... searches the hard drive for unnecessary files that the system can safely delete to normal operation. Follow the on battery power. Using HP 3D DriveGuard (select models only) HP 3D DriveGuard protects a hard drive by parking the drive and halting data requests under either of the following conditions...or in the secondary hard drive bay are not covered by deleting unnecessary files. 2. After you can run more information, see the HP 3D DriveGuard software Help. However, depending on -screen instructions. Connect the computer to complete. Follow the on the size of your hard...
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... To use a dual-channel configuration with work, your memory isn't big enough to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all batteries before adding or replacing memory modules. Save your work easily, like your computer's performance. Your computer is like a desk overflowing with ...module slots. The memory module slots are identical. If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing memory module: a. Remove the battery from the computer. 7. CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can be sure that you are not sure whether the computer is to the computer...
... To use a dual-channel configuration with work, your memory isn't big enough to the equipment, unplug the power cord and remove all batteries before adding or replacing memory modules. Save your work easily, like your computer's performance. Your computer is like a desk overflowing with ...module slots. The memory module slots are identical. If you are replacing a memory module, remove the existing memory module: a. Remove the battery from the computer. 7. CAUTION: Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can be sure that you are not sure whether the computer is to the computer...
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Go to http://www.hp.com/support to clean your computer Without the latest driver, you update your programs and drivers on the computer. In addition, register to your computer ... with the most out of your computer to the latest versions. Replace the battery. 11. If you don't clean your computer, dust and dirt particles can permanently damage the surface of HP programs and drivers. 9. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you would not be getting the most recent gaming software. Updates...
Go to http://www.hp.com/support to clean your computer Without the latest driver, you update your programs and drivers on the computer. In addition, register to your computer ... with the most out of your computer to the latest versions. Replace the battery. 11. If you don't clean your computer, dust and dirt particles can permanently damage the surface of HP programs and drivers. 9. Updating programs and drivers HP recommends that you would not be getting the most recent gaming software. Updates...
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... installation by unplugging the power cord from your hard drive. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. During the download and installation, follow these steps: 1. ...access this information to locate the update later, after the download is complete. From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Click your hard drive designation. Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you are revealed, follow these steps: a. ...
... installation by unplugging the power cord from your hard drive. Do not download or install a BIOS update while the computer is running on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to the hard drive. During the download and installation, follow these steps: 1. ...access this information to locate the update later, after the download is complete. From the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. 2. Click your hard drive designation. Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you are revealed, follow these steps: a. ...
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... storing 45 battery cover release latch 13 battery cover, identifying 13 battery information, finding 44 battery power 43 battery temperature 45 Beats Audio 23, 40 hot key 23 Beats Audio Control Panel 23 BIOS determining version 66 downloading an update 67 updating 66 Bluetooth device 15 label 14 Bluetooth device 18 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager...
... storing 45 battery cover release latch 13 battery cover, identifying 13 battery information, finding 44 battery power 43 battery temperature 45 Beats Audio 23, 40 hot key 23 Beats Audio Control Panel 23 BIOS determining version 66 downloading an update 67 updating 66 Bluetooth device 15 label 14 Bluetooth device 18 boot order changing HP Recovery Manager...