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Audio ...13 Adjusting the volume ...14 Checking audio functions on the computer 14 Webcam (select models only) ...14 Video ...15 VGA ...15 DisplayPort ...15 HDMI ...16 Configuring ... password protection on wakeup 21 Using HP Power Manager (select models only 21 Using battery power ...22 Finding battery information 22 Using Battery Check ...22 Displaying the remaining battery charge 23 Maximizing battery discharge time 23 Managing low battery levels 23 Identifying low battery levels 23 Resolving a low battery level 24 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available...
Audio ...13 Adjusting the volume ...14 Checking audio functions on the computer 14 Webcam (select models only) ...14 Video ...15 VGA ...15 DisplayPort ...15 HDMI ...16 Configuring ... password protection on wakeup 21 Using HP Power Manager (select models only 21 Using battery power ...22 Finding battery information 22 Using Battery Check ...22 Displaying the remaining battery charge 23 Maximizing battery discharge time 23 Managing low battery levels 23 Identifying low battery levels 23 Resolving a low battery level 24 Resolving a low battery level when external power is available...
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Replacing the battery ...25 Using external AC power ...25 Testing an AC adapter ...26 Using HP CoolSense (select models only 26 5 External cards and devices ...27 Using Digital Media Slot cards (select models only 27 Inserting a digital card ...27 ... drive performance 37 Using Disk Defragmenter 37 Using Disk Cleanup 37 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only 37 Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status 38 Managing power with a parked hard drive 38 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software 39 Using optical drives (select models only...
Replacing the battery ...25 Using external AC power ...25 Testing an AC adapter ...26 Using HP CoolSense (select models only 26 5 External cards and devices ...27 Using Digital Media Slot cards (select models only 27 Inserting a digital card ...27 ... drive performance 37 Using Disk Defragmenter 37 Using Disk Cleanup 37 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection (select models only 37 Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status 38 Managing power with a parked hard drive 38 Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software 39 Using optical drives (select models only...
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...through setting up your computer and turning it on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. To access the notices, select Start > Help and Support >... User Guides. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to a wireless network, ...
...through setting up your computer and turning it on the Web at http://www.hp.com/ergo. ● Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices-Contains safety and regulatory information, and battery disposal information. To access the notices, select Start > Help and Support >... User Guides. 1 Introduction This guide contains general information about HP and Compaq notebook computers, including connecting to a wireless network, ...
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...SIM, position the card to match the icon next to the connector, use minimal force when inserting a SIM. 7. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is firmly seated. Turn on the computer. Then shut down the computer. Press in Hibernation, turn the computer on the ...computer. Turn on the computer. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Using GPS (select models only) 7 Replace the battery. Remove the battery. 6. Replace the battery. 8. Using GPS (select models only) Your computer may be equipped with a Global Positioning System (GPS). Remove the...
...SIM, position the card to match the icon next to the connector, use minimal force when inserting a SIM. 7. NOTE: HP Mobile Broadband is disabled if the battery is firmly seated. Turn on the computer. Then shut down the computer. Press in Hibernation, turn the computer on the ...computer. Turn on the computer. Reconnect external power and external devices. 9. Using GPS (select models only) 7 Replace the battery. Remove the battery. 6. Replace the battery. 8. Using GPS (select models only) Your computer may be equipped with a Global Positioning System (GPS). Remove the...
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Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following emergency procedures in the sequence ... device that does not connect to a USB or video port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. 18 Chapter 4 Power management Select Start > Shut down . Save your work and close all open programs. 2. If the computer is unresponsive and you click is...
Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following emergency procedures in the sequence ... device that does not connect to a USB or video port ● When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power and remove the battery. 18 Chapter 4 Power management Select Start > Shut down . Save your work and close all open programs. 2. If the computer is unresponsive and you click is...
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...-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that are enabled at the factory to initiate Sleep after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on external power. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is initiated, the power... timeouts can initiate Sleep in any computer functions while the computer is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. Setting power options 19 CAUTION: To reduce the risk of possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio...
...-saving states The computer has two power-saving states that are enabled at the factory to initiate Sleep after a period of inactivity when running on battery power or on external power. To exit Sleep: ● Briefly press the power button. ● If the display is initiated, the power... timeouts can initiate Sleep in any computer functions while the computer is in the Sleep state for an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in Hibernation. Setting power options 19 CAUTION: To reduce the risk of possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio...
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... running on and your work returns to the screen where you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer over the power meter icon. ● To access Power Options...and then click Hibernate. NOTE: If you have set a password to the screen. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. Power plans can help you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to be required on wakeup, you ...
... running on and your work returns to the screen where you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To display the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, move the pointer over the power meter icon. ● To access Power Options...and then click Hibernate. NOTE: If you have set a password to the screen. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a low or critical battery level. Power plans can help you must enter your Windows password before your work will return to be required on wakeup, you ...
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... performance To start Power Manager when Windows is running: ▲ Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Power Manager. or - NOTE: If you to select a power plan to step 5. 5. Using HP Power Manager (select models only) 21 The following power plans are currently unavailable. 4. Change the ... as needed. 4. Click Save changes. Using HP Power Manager (select models only) Power Manager allows you need to create or change additional settings, click Change advanced power settings and make your computer's power consumption and battery charge. Click the power meter icon in the...
... performance To start Power Manager when Windows is running: ▲ Select Start > All Programs > HP > HP Power Manager. or - NOTE: If you to select a power plan to step 5. 5. Using HP Power Manager (select models only) 21 The following power plans are currently unavailable. 4. Change the ... as needed. 4. Click Save changes. Using HP Power Manager (select models only) Power Manager allows you need to create or change additional settings, click Change advanced power settings and make your computer's power consumption and battery charge. Click the power meter icon in the...
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.... WARNING! Click the Power tab, and then click Battery Check. 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 external power. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running...disconnect AC power, the display brightness is automatically decreased to battery power if the AC adapter is off and unplugged from HP. NOTE: The computer must be connected to external power for Battery Check to see if they are functioning properly, and then...
.... WARNING! Click the Power tab, and then click Battery Check. 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 external power. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running...disconnect AC power, the display brightness is automatically decreased to battery power if the AC adapter is off and unplugged from HP. NOTE: The computer must be connected to external power for Battery Check to see if they are functioning properly, and then...
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... information about the power meter, refer to the Getting Started guide. - Tips for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level, the following actions for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation.... ● If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on page 20. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in a cool, dry location. ● Select the Power saver setting in the Sleep state, and...
... information about the power meter, refer to the Getting Started guide. - Tips for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level, the following actions for a critical battery level: ● If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation.... ● If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on page 20. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is not being used or charged. ● Store the battery in a cool, dry location. ● Select the Power saver setting in the Sleep state, and...
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..., remove the battery and store it separately. Replace the discharged battery with a charged battery. 3. If a computer will be unused and unplugged from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1. Storing a battery CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a battery, do not ..., initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. To prolong the charge of a stored battery, place it to external power. 2. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to exit Hibernation, follow these...
..., remove the battery and store it separately. Replace the discharged battery with a charged battery. 3. If a computer will be unused and unplugged from HP Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1. Storing a battery CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to a battery, do not ..., initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. To prolong the charge of a stored battery, place it to external power. 2. Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation When the computer lacks sufficient power to exit Hibernation, follow these...
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...following conditions: WARNING! do not disassemble, crush, or puncture; If the battery is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. Connect the computer to external AC power under any of a used battery WARNING! Using external AC power 25 To reduce the risk of fire ...External AC power is less than 50 percent, recharge the battery before using it if it to the HP Web site for more . Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft. ● When charging or calibrating a battery ● When installing or modifying system software ● When...
...following conditions: WARNING! do not disassemble, crush, or puncture; If the battery is possibly covered by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. Connect the computer to external AC power under any of a used battery WARNING! Using external AC power 25 To reduce the risk of fire ...External AC power is less than 50 percent, recharge the battery before using it if it to the HP Web site for more . Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft. ● When charging or calibrating a battery ● When installing or modifying system software ● When...
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... On-Configures the thermal settings to avoid temperature increases and make sure the connections are secure. ● If the connections are off. Remove the battery from the AC adapter to the AC outlet to make the computer feel cooler to the touch. ● Off-With CoolSense turned off, your ... and is set to Off mode. Turn on the computer. ● If the power lights turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. Contact HP Customer Support for information on . ● The power lights are secure and the power lights remain off , check the connection from the AC adapter...
... On-Configures the thermal settings to avoid temperature increases and make sure the connections are secure. ● If the connections are off. Remove the battery from the AC adapter to the AC outlet to make the computer feel cooler to the touch. ● Off-With CoolSense turned off, your ... and is set to Off mode. Turn on the computer. ● If the power lights turn on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. Contact HP Customer Support for information on . ● The power lights are secure and the power lights remain off , check the connection from the AC adapter...
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do not damage drives. 36 Chapter 6 Drives The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is the only source of power, be sure that the battery is writing to a disc. Additional cautions are included with , shipping, or storing a drive. ● If a drive must be handled with magnetic fields include airport...
do not damage drives. 36 Chapter 6 Drives The write process is sensitive to vibration. ● When the battery is the only source of power, be sure that the battery is writing to a disc. Additional cautions are included with , shipping, or storing a drive. ● If a drive must be handled with magnetic fields include airport...
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... Defragmenter As you start Disk Defragmenter, it to run Disk Defragmenter on the size of your hard drive and the number of your computer. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive at any time. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. After you use... the computer, files on the hard drive become fragmented. You may take more than an hour to run more efficiently. Follow the on battery power. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on a monthly schedule, but you do not need access to your computer. Select...
... Defragmenter As you start Disk Defragmenter, it to run Disk Defragmenter on the size of your hard drive and the number of your computer. HP recommends defragmenting your hard drive at any time. Select Start > All Programs > Accessories > System Tools > Disk Cleanup. 2. After you use... the computer, files on the hard drive become fragmented. You may take more than an hour to run more efficiently. Follow the on battery power. Disk Defragmenter consolidates the fragmented files and folders on a monthly schedule, but you do not need access to your computer. Select...
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... described in status, you need to USB ports are not covered by User Account Control, click Yes. 2. Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status The drive light on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection allows the computer to -date status for the drive. The icon in the secondary...
... described in status, you need to USB ports are not covered by User Account Control, click Yes. 2. Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status The drive light on battery power and reaches a critical battery level, HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection allows the computer to -date status for the drive. The icon in the secondary...
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... area, follow these steps: a. BIOS installation procedures vary. Make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. Double-click your hard drive. Follow the on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. NOTE: After a message on your computer to a network, consult the network...
... area, follow these steps: a. BIOS installation procedures vary. Make a note of the date, name, or other identifier. Double-click your hard drive. Follow the on battery power, docked in an optional docking device, or connected to an optional power source. NOTE: After a message on your computer to a network, consult the network...
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...-This test analyzes the condition of the screen, press esc. Turn on -screen instructions. If the battery fails the test, contact HP Customer Support to a good sector. ● Memory test-This test analyzes the physical condition of the memory modules. Click the diagnostic test you want ...esc. 56 Chapter 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics You can also view system information and error logs in the lower-left corner of the battery. Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you to run , and then follow the on or restart the computer. While the "Press the ESC key ...
...-This test analyzes the condition of the screen, press esc. Turn on -screen instructions. If the battery fails the test, contact HP Customer Support to a good sector. ● Memory test-This test analyzes the physical condition of the memory modules. Click the diagnostic test you want ...esc. 56 Chapter 9 Setup Utility (BIOS) and System Diagnostics You can also view system information and error logs in the lower-left corner of the battery. Using System Diagnostics System Diagnostics allows you to run , and then follow the on or restart the computer. While the "Press the ESC key ...
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...9679; If you plan to use of these traveling and shipping tips: ● Prepare the computer for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it in with magnetic fields include airport walk-through devices and security wands. Security devices with the rest of your bags. Such... shipping the computer or a drive, use suitable protective packaging and label the package "FRAGILE." ● If the computer has a wireless device or an HP Mobile Broadband Module installed, such as an 802.11b/g device, a Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) device, or a General Packet Radio Service (...
...9679; If you plan to use of these traveling and shipping tips: ● Prepare the computer for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it in with magnetic fields include airport walk-through devices and security wands. Security devices with the rest of your bags. Such... shipping the computer or a drive, use suitable protective packaging and label the package "FRAGILE." ● If the computer has a wireless device or an HP Mobile Broadband Module installed, such as an 802.11b/g device, a Global System for Mobile Communications (GSM) device, or a General Packet Radio Service (...
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...removing 33 A AC adapter, testing 26 action keys media 13 volume 14 administrator password creating 46 entering 46 managing 46 airport security devices 36 antivirus software, using 47 audio functions, checking 14 B battery conserving power 24 discharging 23 displaying remaining charge 23 disposing... 25 low battery levels 23 replacing 25 storing 24 Battery Check 22 battery information, finding 22 battery power 22 battery temperature 24 BIOS determining version 54 downloading an update 55 updating 54 Bluetooth device 2, 8 buttons media 13 power 18 volume 14 C cables ...
...removing 33 A AC adapter, testing 26 action keys media 13 volume 14 administrator password creating 46 entering 46 managing 46 airport security devices 36 antivirus software, using 47 audio functions, checking 14 B battery conserving power 24 discharging 23 displaying remaining charge 23 disposing... 25 low battery levels 23 replacing 25 storing 24 Battery Check 22 battery information, finding 22 battery power 22 battery temperature 24 BIOS determining version 54 downloading an update 55 updating 54 Bluetooth device 2, 8 buttons media 13 power 18 volume 14 C cables ...