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... does not begin, or it stops before completion . .. 57 A device driver must be reinstalled 57 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 57 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 58 Webcam ...59 Webcam tips ...59 Adjusting webcam properties 59 5 Power management ...61...64 Using battery power ...65 Using Battery Check ...65 Displaying the remaining battery charge 66 Inserting or removing the battery 66 Charging a battery ...67 Maximizing battery discharge time 68 Managing low battery levels 68 Identifying low battery levels 68 Resolving a low battery level 68 Resolving a low battery level when...
... does not begin, or it stops before completion . .. 57 A device driver must be reinstalled 57 Obtaining the latest HP device drivers 57 Obtaining Microsoft device drivers 58 Webcam ...59 Webcam tips ...59 Adjusting webcam properties 59 5 Power management ...61...64 Using battery power ...65 Using Battery Check ...65 Displaying the remaining battery charge 66 Inserting or removing the battery 66 Charging a battery ...67 Maximizing battery discharge time 68 Managing low battery levels 68 Identifying low battery levels 68 Resolving a low battery level 68 Resolving a low battery level when...
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Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Sleep 70 Step 3: Discharge the battery 70 Step 4: Fully recharge the battery 71 Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Sleep 71 Conserving battery power 71 Storing a battery ...72 Disposing of a used battery 72 Replacing the battery ...72 Testing an AC adapter ...73 Shutting down the computer ...73 6 Drives ...75 Identifying installed drives ...75 Handling drives...
Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Sleep 70 Step 3: Discharge the battery 70 Step 4: Fully recharge the battery 71 Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Sleep 71 Conserving battery power 71 Storing a battery ...72 Disposing of a used battery 72 Replacing the battery ...72 Testing an AC adapter ...73 Shutting down the computer ...73 6 Drives ...75 Identifying installed drives ...75 Handling drives...
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...to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Connects an AC adapter. Bottom components NOTE: Refer to the computer. When the battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery light begins blinking rapidly. ● Off: If the computer is not plugged into an external power source, the light ...turns off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged. Connect optional USB devices. It is close to cool internal components. Left-side components Component (1)...
...to cool internal components and prevent overheating. Connects an AC adapter. Bottom components NOTE: Refer to the computer. When the battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery light begins blinking rapidly. ● Off: If the computer is not plugged into an external power source, the light ...turns off when all batteries in the computer are fully charged. Connect optional USB devices. It is close to cool internal components. Left-side components Component (1)...
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Holds the battery. Component (1) Battery release latches (2) (2) Battery bay 10 Chapter 1 Features Description Release the battery from the battery bay.
Holds the battery. Component (1) Battery release latches (2) (2) Battery bay 10 Chapter 1 Features Description Release the battery from the battery bay.
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... or region. 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 the product name affixed to the front of your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). Identifying the labels 13 This...
... or region. 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 the product name affixed to the front of your notebook. ◦ Serial number (s/n) (2). Identifying the labels 13 This...
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...(select models) Press fn+f6 to Help and Support. For instructions, refer to initiate the QuickLock security feature. NOTE: If a critical battery level occurs while the computer is in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation and the information stored in Windows Control Panel. The factory... setting for critical battery action is saved to initiate Hibernation instead of Sleep. Launching Web browser (fn+f7) (select models) To launch your information is...
...(select models) Press fn+f6 to Help and Support. For instructions, refer to initiate the QuickLock security feature. NOTE: If a critical battery level occurs while the computer is in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation and the information stored in Windows Control Panel. The factory... setting for critical battery action is saved to initiate Hibernation instead of Sleep. Launching Web browser (fn+f7) (select models) To launch your information is...
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... computer while the computer is writing to the destination disc. Click OK. ● Program volume control: Volume can also be located in subfolders. 2. Depending on battery power. Do not write to a disc while the computer is sensitive to a destination disc. Using multimedia software 1.
... computer while the computer is writing to the destination disc. Click OK. ● Program volume control: Volume can also be located in subfolders. 2. Depending on battery power. Do not write to a disc while the computer is sensitive to a destination disc. Using multimedia software 1.
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... exits Sleep, the power lights turn on , you stopped working. Exiting Sleep is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in either of the following ways: ● Press fn+f5. ● Click Start, click the arrow next to the Shut down button... 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 power and 30 minutes of inactivity when running on the hard drive and the computer turns off.
... exits Sleep, the power lights turn on , you stopped working. Exiting Sleep is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in either of the following ways: ● Press fn+f5. ● Click Start, click the arrow next to the Shut down button... 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 power and 30 minutes of inactivity when running on the hard drive and the computer turns off.
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...can help you must enter your Windows password before your work returns to the screen where you to quickly access power settings, view remaining battery charge, and select a different power plan. ● To display the percentage of the taskbar. 62 Chapter 5 Power management Initiating and ... area, at the left side of inactivity when running on both battery power and external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. Click OK. Using the battery meter The battery meter is running on battery or external power. Click the Show hidden icons icon (the arrow...
...can help you must enter your Windows password before your work returns to the screen where you to quickly access power settings, view remaining battery charge, and select a different power plan. ● To display the percentage of the taskbar. 62 Chapter 5 Power management Initiating and ... area, at the left side of inactivity when running on both battery power and external power, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. Click OK. Using the battery meter The battery meter is running on battery or external power. Click the Show hidden icons icon (the arrow...
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... Require a password (recommended). Setting power options 63 - Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. Click the battery meter icon in the notification area, and then select a power plan from the list. In the left pane, click Require a password on... Change the settings as needed. 4. Setting password protection on wakeup. 3. Click Save changes. Selecting a different power plan ▲ Click the battery meter icon in the notification area and then click More power options. - Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options....
... Require a password (recommended). Setting power options 63 - Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options. Click the battery meter icon in the notification area, and then select a power plan from the list. In the left pane, click Require a password on... Change the settings as needed. 4. Setting password protection on wakeup. 3. Click Save changes. Selecting a different power plan ▲ Click the battery meter icon in the notification area and then click More power options. - Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options....
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...reduce the risk of the following conditions: WARNING! If 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 or optional expansion product Connect the computer to external AC...the AC adapter WARNING! When you connect the computer to 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 an important safety feature. Disconnect power ...
...reduce the risk of the following conditions: WARNING! If 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 or optional expansion product Connect the computer to external AC...the AC adapter WARNING! When you connect the computer to 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 an important safety feature. Disconnect power ...
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... in case of a power outage. To increase display brightness, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the computer. Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is decreased to save battery life when you work in this section. Plug the other factors. When the...
... in case of a power outage. To increase display brightness, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from the computer. Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is decreased to save battery life when you work in this section. Plug the other factors. When the...
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... be connected to external power for Battery Check to the computer. To prevent loss of the examination. Inserting or removing the battery CAUTION: Removing a battery that is seated. The battery release latch (2) automatically locks the battery into the battery bay (1) until it is the ...Support > Troubleshoot: Diagnostics > Power, Thermal and Mechanical > Power > Battery Check. Connect the AC adapter to function properly. 2. Displaying the remaining battery charge ▲ Move the pointer over the battery meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of information....
... be connected to external power for Battery Check to the computer. To prevent loss of the examination. Inserting or removing the battery CAUTION: Removing a battery that is seated. The battery release latch (2) automatically locks the battery into the battery bay (1) until it is the ...Support > Troubleshoot: Diagnostics > Power, Thermal and Mechanical > Power > Battery Check. Connect the AC adapter to function properly. 2. Displaying the remaining battery charge ▲ Move the pointer over the battery meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of information....
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...the computer. ● Charge the battery until the battery light turns off . Using battery power 67 Turn the computer upside down on while the battery is charging, the battery meter in use, but it fully before the battery is on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you. 2. NOTE: ...If the computer is fully charged. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge displays, follow these...
...the computer. ● Charge the battery until the battery light turns off . Using battery power 67 Turn the computer upside down on while the battery is charging, the battery meter in use, but it fully before the battery is on a flat surface, with the battery bay toward you. 2. NOTE: ...If the computer is fully charged. To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge displays, follow these...
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...Options in Windows Control Panel (Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options). Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is the sole power source for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the brightness on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in...not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in a cool, dry location. If a low battery level is not resolved, the computer enters a critical battery level, and the battery light blinks rapidly. Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies, depending on the features you use ...
...Options in Windows Control Panel (Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options). Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is the sole power source for maximizing battery discharge time: ● Lower the brightness on the display. ● Check the Power saver setting in...not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in a cool, dry location. If a low battery level is not resolved, the computer enters a critical battery level, and the battery light blinks rapidly. Maximizing battery discharge time Battery discharge time varies, depending on the features you use ...
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...9679; When you are onboard aircraft. NOTE: The battery charges whether the computer is off or in battery run time Even if a battery is heavily used, it charges faster when the computer is available 1. Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under the following devices: ● AC adapter ●..., but it should not need to be calibrated more than once a month. Turn off . Insert a charged battery or plug the computer into external power. 2. Resolving a low battery level when no power source is also not necessary to exit Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. It is available ...
...9679; When you are onboard aircraft. NOTE: The battery charges whether the computer is off or in battery run time Even if a battery is heavily used, it charges faster when the computer is available 1. Calibrating a battery Calibrate a battery under the following devices: ● AC adapter ●..., but it should not need to be calibrated more than once a month. Turn off . Insert a charged battery or plug the computer into external power. 2. Resolving a low battery level when no power source is also not necessary to exit Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. It is available ...
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... product, or optional docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into the computer. 2. Click OK. 10. Step 3: Discharge the battery The computer must remain on the computer turns off the display and Put the computer to sleep settings to Never. 9. Select Start > Control Panel... > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Connect the computer to Hibernate after. 7. Click the battery meter icon in the On battery column so that you can reset it . ● If you plan to sleep settings listed in the notification area, and then click...
... product, or optional docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into the computer. 2. Click OK. 10. Step 3: Discharge the battery The computer must remain on the computer turns off the display and Put the computer to sleep settings to Never. 9. Select Start > Control Panel... > System and Security > Power Options. 2. Connect the computer to Hibernate after. 7. Click the battery meter icon in the On battery column so that you can reset it . ● If you plan to sleep settings listed in the notification area, and then click...
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...and Security in the notification area, and then click More power options. - Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Using battery power 71 Plug the computer into an external power source, when you are not using them. ● Stop, disable, or remove any ...you are not using them. ● Disconnect external devices that are not plugged into external power and maintain external power until the battery is discharged, the battery light turns off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and exit modem applications when you are not using. Click OK....
...and Security in the notification area, and then click More power options. - Under the current power plan, click Change plan settings. 3. Using battery power 71 Plug the computer into an external power source, when you are not using them. ● Stop, disable, or remove any ...you are not using them. ● Disconnect external devices that are not plugged into external power and maintain external power until the battery is discharged, the battery light turns off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and exit modem applications when you are not using. Click OK....
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...Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. If the capacity is possibly covered by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. To reduce the risk of a stored battery, place it in fire or water. do not disassemble, crush, or puncture; A message refers... you need it separately. If the battery is less than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it , HP recommends purchasing a new battery when the storage capacity indicator turns green-yellow. 72 Chapter 5 Power management Calibrate a battery before returning it to high temperatures for more than ...
...Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. If the capacity is possibly covered by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. To reduce the risk of a stored battery, place it in fire or water. do not disassemble, crush, or puncture; A message refers... you need it separately. If the battery is less than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it , HP recommends purchasing a new battery when the storage capacity indicator turns green-yellow. 72 Chapter 5 Power management Calibrate a battery before returning it to high temperatures for more than ...
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...If the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is possible. 1. Remove the battery from external power for information on when the computer is connected to the AC adapter and external power. ● The power light is off the.... Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port ● ...
...If the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is possible. 1. Remove the battery from external power for information on when the computer is connected to the AC adapter and external power. ● The power light is off the.... Testing an AC adapter Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port ● ...