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... and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ■ How to help safeguard the computer ■ How to get the best performance from the battery ■ How to Help and Support does not require an Internet connection. Access to set up a wireless network Finding the user guides User guides and...
... and serial number, installed software, hardware components, and specifications ■ How to help safeguard the computer ■ How to get the best performance from the battery ■ How to Help and Support does not require an Internet connection. Access to set up a wireless network Finding the user guides User guides and...
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... monitor outgoing traffic. Telephone line surge protectors are available from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, either run the computer on battery power or shut down the computer and unplug the power cord. ■ If applicable to your privacy When you use the computer for e-mail, network...
... monitor outgoing traffic. Telephone line surge protectors are available from most computer or electronics retailers. ■ During an electrical storm, either run the computer on battery power or shut down the computer and unplug the power cord. ■ If applicable to your privacy When you use the computer for e-mail, network...
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...). Å WARNING: To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter or battery provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by the International Standard for battery disposal information, refer to the User Guides disc included with the user-accessible surface temperature ...limits defined by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. For more safety and regulatory information, and for Safety ...
...). Å WARNING: To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter or battery provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter or battery provided by the International Standard for battery disposal information, refer to the User Guides disc included with the user-accessible surface temperature ...limits defined by HP, or a compatible AC adapter or battery purchased as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. For more safety and regulatory information, and for Safety ...
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... the Shut down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. 12 Notebook Essentials
... the Shut down button. ■ Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery. 12 Notebook Essentials
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... following suggestions may help you experience computer problems, perform these troubleshooting steps in this computer. ■ If the computer is running on battery power or is offline. Be sure that the outlet is providing adequate power. ✎ Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer... or one approved by HP for this chapter. ■ Access Web site links and additional information about the computer through Help and Support. Notebook Essentials 13 Chapter 3:...
... following suggestions may help you experience computer problems, perform these troubleshooting steps in this computer. ■ If the computer is running on battery power or is offline. Be sure that the outlet is providing adequate power. ✎ Use only the AC adapter provided with the computer... or one approved by HP for this chapter. ■ Access Web site links and additional information about the computer through Help and Support. Notebook Essentials 13 Chapter 3:...
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...the system while the computer is on but is turned on but not responding to the "Protecting the computer from external power and remove the battery. For information about using this procedure, refer to the Shut down button, and then clicking Restart. Sleep and Hibernation can be set to... a vent is connected to the computer, the image can be in the Sleep state or in use , or when the computer has reached a low battery level. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting The computer screen is blank If the screen is not responding." ■ Run a virus scan. To exit Sleep or Hibernation,...
...the system while the computer is on but is turned on but not responding to the "Protecting the computer from external power and remove the battery. For information about using this procedure, refer to the Shut down button, and then clicking Restart. Sleep and Hibernation can be set to... a vent is connected to the computer, the image can be in the Sleep state or in use , or when the computer has reached a low battery level. Chapter 3: Troubleshooting The computer screen is blank If the screen is not responding." ■ Run a virus scan. To exit Sleep or Hibernation,...
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... before shipping, storing, or traveling with the rest of magnetism and will be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack and store it in some environments. Keep the backup separate from a drive bay, and before you turn it on. ■ If you are uncertain...
... before shipping, storing, or traveling with the rest of magnetism and will be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack and store it in some environments. Keep the backup separate from a drive bay, and before you turn it on. ■ If you are uncertain...
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... AC adapter ...52 Using battery power ...53 Finding battery information in Help and Support 53 Using Battery Check ...53 Displaying the remaining battery charge 54 Inserting or removing the battery 54 Charging a battery ...55 Maximizing battery discharge time 56 Managing low battery levels 56 Identifying low battery levels 56 Resolving a low battery level 56 Resolving a low battery level when external power...
... AC adapter ...52 Using battery power ...53 Finding battery information in Help and Support 53 Using Battery Check ...53 Displaying the remaining battery charge 54 Inserting or removing the battery 54 Charging a battery ...55 Maximizing battery discharge time 56 Managing low battery levels 56 Identifying low battery levels 56 Resolving a low battery level 56 Resolving a low battery level when external power...
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Releases the battery from the battery bay. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cycle on and off during routine operation. Holds the hard drive. 8 Chapter 1 Features Contains the two memory module slots. Bottom components Component (1) Battery bay (2) Vents (4) (3) Battery release latch (4) Memory module compartment (5) Hard drive bay Description Holds the battery. It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Enables airflow to cool internal components.
Releases the battery from the battery bay. NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cycle on and off during routine operation. Holds the hard drive. 8 Chapter 1 Features Contains the two memory module slots. Bottom components Component (1) Battery bay (2) Vents (4) (3) Battery release latch (4) Memory module compartment (5) Hard drive bay Description Holds the battery. It is normal for the internal fan to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Enables airflow to cool internal components.
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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. Components 11
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. Components 11
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... been approved for use . The regulatory label is affixed inside the Memory Module compartment. 12 Chapter 1 Features The modem approval label is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Modem approval label (select models only)-Provides regulatory information about the modem and lists the agency approval markings required by some of the...
... been approved for use . The regulatory label is affixed inside the Memory Module compartment. 12 Chapter 1 Features The modem approval label is affixed inside the battery bay. ● Modem approval label (select models only)-Provides regulatory information about the modem and lists the agency approval markings required by some of the...
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... state or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. When Sleep is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. 46 Chapter 5 Power management CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or...
... state or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation. When Sleep is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. 46 Chapter 5 Power management CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback functionality, or...
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... is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of inactivity when running on both battery power and external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in Windows® Control...
... is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of inactivity when running on both battery power and external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in Windows® Control...
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... the Show hidden icons icon (the arrow at the left side of the taskbar. - Power plans can change the power plan, click the battery meter icon and select an item from the list. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. or - You can...create your own power plan. or - Click Customize notification icons. 3. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Different battery meter icons indicate whether the computer is a collection of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. or - Select a power plan, and then...
... the Show hidden icons icon (the arrow at the left side of the taskbar. - Power plans can change the power plan, click the battery meter icon and select an item from the list. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. or - You can...create your own power plan. or - Click Customize notification icons. 3. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Different battery meter icons indicate whether the computer is a collection of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. or - Select a power plan, and then...
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... are writing information to a CD or DVD When you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is automatically decreased to charge. ● If the computer is supplied through one of the following devices:...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 expansion product Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the...
... are writing information to a CD or DVD When you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur: ● The computer switches to battery power. ● The display brightness is automatically decreased to charge. ● If the computer is supplied through one of the following devices:...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 expansion product Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the...
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...9679; If the power light turns on, the AC adapter is not functioning and should be replaced. d. Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove the battery from the computer. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when ... AC outlet. 3. Contact technical support for information on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 52 Chapter 5 Power management Remove the battery from the computer (3). 2. a. b. Slide the battery release latch (1) to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on....
...9679; If the power light turns on, the AC adapter is not functioning and should be replaced. d. Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove the battery from the computer. Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when ... AC outlet. 3. Contact technical support for information on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 52 Chapter 5 Power management Remove the battery from the computer (3). 2. a. b. Slide the battery release latch (1) to AC power: ● The computer does not turn on. ● The display does not turn on....
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... > Help and Support > Troubleshooting tools > Battery Check. Using battery power 53 To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the computer. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on battery power. To run Battery Check: 1. NOTE: The computer must be...
... > Help and Support > Troubleshooting tools > Battery Check. Using battery power 53 To reduce potential safety issues, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the computer. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on battery power. To run Battery Check: 1. NOTE: The computer must be...
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... the computer upside down on a flat surface. 3. To insert the battery: 1. Insert the battery into place. To remove the battery: 1. Displaying the remaining battery charge ▲ Move the pointer over the battery meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of information,... or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. Inserting or removing the battery CAUTION: Removing a battery that is seated (2). To prevent loss of the taskbar. Slide the battery release latch (1) to release the battery. 54 Chapter 5 Power management Close the display. 2. ...
... the computer upside down on a flat surface. 3. To insert the battery: 1. Insert the battery into place. To remove the battery: 1. Displaying the remaining battery charge ▲ Move the pointer over the battery meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of information,... or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. Inserting or removing the battery CAUTION: Removing a battery that is seated (2). To prevent loss of the taskbar. Slide the battery release latch (1) to release the battery. 54 Chapter 5 Power management Close the display. 2. ...
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..., or an optional expansion product. NOTE: If the computer is off . Pivot the battery (2) upward, and then remove the battery from the computer (3). Charging a battery WARNING! Charging may show 100 percent charge before the battery is fully charged. ● Allow the battery to discharge below 5 percent of simply charging it charges faster when the computer...
..., or an optional expansion product. NOTE: If the computer is off . Pivot the battery (2) upward, and then remove the battery from the computer (3). Charging a battery WARNING! Charging may show 100 percent charge before the battery is fully charged. ● Allow the battery to discharge below 5 percent of simply charging it charges faster when the computer...
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... on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in Power Options. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it is available 1. Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on the features you use while on the computer. 56 Chapter 5 Power management... Options in the Sleep state, and then shuts down and loses any unsaved information. Remove the discharged battery, and then insert a charged battery. 3. Tips for the computer reaches a low battery level, the AC adapter light blinks. The computer takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ...
... on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in Power Options. ● Remove the battery from the computer when it is available 1. Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies depending on the features you use while on the computer. 56 Chapter 5 Power management... Options in the Sleep state, and then shuts down and loses any unsaved information. Remove the discharged battery, and then insert a charged battery. 3. Tips for the computer reaches a low battery level, the AC adapter light blinks. The computer takes the following devices: ● AC adapter ...