HP Compaq 110c-1150EB User Manual
Mini User Guide
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Development Company, L.P.
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First Edition: September 2009
Document Part Number: 577886-001
Product notice
This user guide describes features that are
common to most models. Some features
may not be available on your computer.
To obtain the latest information in the Mini
User Guide, go to the HP Web site at
http://www.hp.com/support.
Safety warning notice
WARNING! To reduce the possibility of heat-related injuries or of overheating the computer, do not
place the computer directly on your lap or obstruct the computer air vents. Use the computer only on a
hard, flat surface. Do not allow another hard surface, such as an adjoining optional printer, or a soft
surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, to block airflow. Also, do not allow the AC adapter to contact
the skin or a soft surface, such as pillows or rugs or clothing, during operation. The computer and the
AC adapter comply with the user-accessible surface temperature limits defined by the International
Standard for Safety of Information Technology Equipment (IEC 60950).
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Table of contents
1 Getting started
Using HP Instant Web (select models only) ......................................................................................... 2
2 Knowing the parts
Identifying the hardware ....................................................................................................................... 3
Top components .................................................................................................................. 3
TouchPad ............................................................................................................ 3
Light .................................................................................................................... 4
Keys .................................................................................................................... 5
Front components ................................................................................................................ 5
Right-side components ........................................................................................................ 7
Left-side components .......................................................................................................... 7
Display components ............................................................................................................ 8
Bottom components ............................................................................................................. 9
Wireless antennas ............................................................................................................. 10
Additional hardware components ...................................................................................... 10
Identifying the labels ........................................................................................................................... 11
3 Power management
Setting power options ......................................................................................................................... 12
Using power-saving states ................................................................................................. 12
Using power plans ............................................................................................................. 13
Setting password protection upon exiting Sleep or Hibernation ........................................ 14
Using external AC power .................................................................................................................... 14
Connecting the AC adapter ............................................................................................... 15
Using battery power ........................................................................................................................... 15
Displaying the remaining battery charge ........................................................................... 16
Finding battery information in Help and Support ............................................................... 16
Using Battery Check .......................................................................................................... 16
Initiating and exiting Sleep ................................................................................ 12
Initiating and exiting Hibernation ....................................................................... 13
Viewing the current power plan ......................................................................... 13
Selecting a different power plan ........................................................................ 13
Customizing power plans .................................................................................. 14
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Inserting or removing the battery ....................................................................................... 16
Charging a battery ............................................................................................................. 17
Maximizing battery discharge time .................................................................................... 18
Managing low battery levels .............................................................................................. 18
Identifying low battery levels ............................................................................. 18
Resolving a low battery level ............................................................................. 20
Resolving a low battery level when external power is available ....... 20
Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is
available ........................................................................................... 20
Resolving a low battery level when no power source is
available ........................................................................................... 20
Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit
Hibernation ....................................................................................... 20
Calibrating a battery ........................................................................................................... 20
Step 1: Fully charge the battery ........................................................................ 20
Step 2: Disable Hibernation and Sleep ............................................................. 21
Step 3: Discharge the battery ............................................................................ 21
Step 4: Fully recharge the battery ..................................................................... 23
Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Sleep .......................................................... 23
Conserving battery power .................................................................................................. 23
Storing a battery ................................................................................................................ 23
Disposing of a used battery ............................................................................................... 24
Shutting down the computer ............................................................................................................... 24
4 Internet
Connecting to a wired network ........................................................................................................... 26
Connecting to a wireless network ....................................................................................................... 27
Using wireless devices ...................................................................................................... 27
Identifying wireless and network icons .............................................................. 27
Using the wireless controls ............................................................................... 28
Using the wireless switch .................................................................................. 28
Using HP Connection Manager (select models only) ........................................ 28
Using Wireless Assistant software .................................................................... 29
Using operating system controls ....................................................................... 29
Using a WLAN ................................................................................................................... 29
Setting up a WLAN ............................................................................................ 30
Protecting your WLAN ....................................................................................... 30
Connecting to a WLAN ...................................................................................... 31
Roaming to another network ............................................................................. 32
Using HP Mobile Broadband (select models only) ............................................................................. 33
Inserting a SIM ................................................................................................................... 33
Removing a SIM ................................................................................................................ 34
Using Bluetooth wireless devices ....................................................................................................... 36
Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing (ICS) .............................................................................. 37
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5 Multimedia
Multimedia features ............................................................................................................................ 38
Multimedia software ........................................................................................................................... 41
Audio .................................................................................................................................................. 42
Video .................................................................................................................................................. 43
Webcam ............................................................................................................................................. 44
6 Security
Protecting the computer ..................................................................................................................... 45
Using passwords ................................................................................................................................ 45
Using antivirus software ..................................................................................................................... 49
Using firewall software ....................................................................................................................... 50
Installing critical updates .................................................................................................................... 51
Identifying your multimedia components ........................................................................... 38
Adjusting the volume ......................................................................................................... 40
Using other preinstalled multimedia software .................................................................... 41
Installing multimedia software from the Internet ................................................................ 41
Connecting external audio devices .................................................................................... 42
Checking your audio functions ........................................................................................... 42
Connecting an external monitor or projector ...................................................................... 43
Setting passwords in Windows .......................................................................................... 46
Setting passwords in Setup Utility ..................................................................................... 46
Administrator password ..................................................................................... 47
Managing an administrator password ............................................... 47
Entering an administrator password ................................................. 47
Power-on password .......................................................................................... 47
Managing a power-on password ...................................................... 48
Entering a power-on password ......................................................... 48
7 Digital cards
Inserting a digital card ........................................................................................................................ 52
Removing a digital card ...................................................................................................................... 53
8 USB devices
Using a USB device ........................................................................................................................... 54
Connecting a USB device .................................................................................................. 54
Removing a USB device .................................................................................................... 54
9 Pointing devices and keyboard
Setting pointing device preferences ................................................................................................... 56
Using pointing devices ....................................................................................................................... 56
Using the TouchPad .......................................................................................................... 56
Connecting an external mouse .......................................................................................... 56
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Using the keyboard ............................................................................................................................ 56
10 Drives
Identifying installed drives .................................................................................................................. 60
Handling drives ................................................................................................................................... 60
Using external drives .......................................................................................................................... 61
11 Memory modules
Using hotkeys .................................................................................................................... 56
Initiating Sleep ................................................................................................... 57
Switching the screen image .............................................................................. 58
Decreasing screen brightness ........................................................................... 58
Increasing screen brightness ............................................................................ 58
Initiating QuickLock ........................................................................................... 58
Muting speaker sound ....................................................................................... 59
Decreasing speaker sound ............................................................................... 59
Increasing speaker sound ................................................................................. 59
Using optional external devices ......................................................................................... 62
12 Updating software
Updating the BIOS ............................................................................................................................. 68
Determining the BIOS version ........................................................................................... 68
Downloading a BIOS update ............................................................................................. 68
Updating programs and drivers .......................................................................................................... 70
13 Changing Instant Web settings
Disabling and enabling Instant Web ................................................................................................... 71
14 Setup Utility
Starting Setup Utility ........................................................................................................................... 72
Using Setup Utility .............................................................................................................................. 72
Changing the language of Setup Utility ............................................................................. 72
Navigating and selecting in Setup Utility ............................................................................ 72
Displaying system information ........................................................................................... 73
Restoring default settings in Setup Utility .......................................................................... 73
Exiting Setup Utility ............................................................................................................ 73
Setup Utility menus ............................................................................................................................ 74
Main menu ......................................................................................................................... 74
Security menu .................................................................................................................... 74
System Configuration menu .............................................................................................. 74
Diagnostics menu .............................................................................................................. 75
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Index ................................................................................................................................................................... 76
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1 Getting started
Your computer's main operating system is Microsoft® Windows®. Your computer may also feature HP
Instant Web (select models only).
The Microsoft Windows operating system displays the desktop on the display and controls your
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computer's hardware, peripherals, and software programs.
If your computer includes Instant Web, it allows you to quickly browse the Internet, view digital
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photos, listen to music, or keep in touch using e-mail, instant messages, or Skype (select models
only), without having to boot your main operating system. Instant Web is also referred to as InstantOn Software (IOS).
NOTE: To disable or reenable Instant Web, refer to Chapter 13, "Changing Instant Web settings." You
can access the software Help when you are in Instant Web by clicking the Help icon in the notification
area.
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Using HP Instant Web (select models only)
To start Instant Web:
1. Turn on your computer. The HP Instant Web screen appears.
2. Click an icon on the Instant Web screen to launch a program.
To start Instant Web from Microsoft Windows:
Select Start, click the arrow next to the Shut down button, and then click Restart. Your computer
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restarts and displays the Instant Web home page.
NOTE: To learn more about HP Instant Web, refer to the software Help included with Instant Web.
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2 Knowing the parts
Identifying the hardware
Components included with the computer may vary by region and model. The illustrations in this chapter
identify the standard features on most computer models.
To see a list of hardware installed in the computer:
Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security. Click System, and then click Device
▲
Manager.
You can also add hardware or modify computer configurations using Device Manager.
Top components
TouchPad
Component Description
(1) Left TouchPad button* Functions like the left button on an external mouse.
(2) TouchPad* Moves the pointer and selects or activates items on the
screen.
(3) TouchPad scroll zone Scrolls up or down.
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Light
(4) Right TouchPad button* Functions like the right button on an external mouse.
*This table describes factory settings. To view or change pointing device preferences, select Start > Devices and Printers.
Then, right-click the icon representing your device, and select Mouse settings.
Component Description
Caps lock light On: Caps lock is on.
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Keys
Component Description
(1) Function keys Execute frequently used system functions when
(2) fn key Executes frequently used system functions when
(3) Windows® logo key Displays the Windows Start menu.
(4) Windows applications key Displays a shortcut menu for items beneath the
Front components
pressed in combination with the fn key.
pressed in combination with a function key.
pointer.
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Component Description
(1) Power light
(2) Power switch
(3) Drive light Blinking: The hard drive or flash drive is being
(4) Battery light
On: The computer is on.
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Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
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Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
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When the computer is off, slide the switch to turn
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on the computer.
When the computer is on, briefly slide the switch
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to initiate Sleep.
When the computer is in the Sleep state, briefly
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slide the switch to exit Sleep.
When the computer is in Hibernation, briefly
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slide the switch to exit Hibernation.
If the computer has stopped responding and
Windows shutdown procedures are ineffective, slide
and hold the power switch for at least 5 seconds to
turn off the computer.
To learn more about your power settings, select
Start > Control Panel > System and Security >
Power Options.
accessed.
On: A battery is charging.
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Blinking: A battery that is the only available
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power source has reached a low battery level.
When the battery reaches a critical battery level,
the battery light begins blinking rapidly.
Off: If the computer is plugged into an external
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power source, the light turns off when all
batteries in the computer are fully charged. If the
computer is not plugged into an external power
source, the light stays off until the battery
reaches a low battery level.
(5) Wireless light
(6) Wireless switch Turns the wireless feature on or off, but does not
Blue: An integrated wireless device, such as a
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wireless local area network (WLAN) device and/
or a Bluetooth® device, is on.
Amber: All wireless devices are off.
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establish a wireless connection.
NOTE: A wireless network must be set up in order
to establish a wireless connection.
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Right-side components
Component Description
(1) USB ports (2) Connect optional USB devices.
(2) Digital Media Slot Supports the following optional digital card formats:
Memory Stick (MS)
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MS/Pro
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MultiMediaCard (MMC)
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Secure Digital High Capacity (SDHC) Memory
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Card (standard and large size)
(3) External monitor port Connects an optional external display, such as a
(4) RJ-45 (network) jack Connects a network cable.
Left-side components
Component Description
(1) Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable to the computer.
xD-Picture card
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monitor or projector, to the computer.
NOTE: The security cable is designed to act as a
deterrent, but it may not prevent the computer from
being mishandled or stolen.
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Component Description
(2) Power connector Connects an AC adapter.
(3) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.
NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to
cool internal components and prevent overheating. It
is normal for the internal fan to cycle on and off during
routine operation.
(4) USB port Connects an optional USB device.
(5) Audio-out (headphone) jack/Audio-in (microphone)
jack
Display components
Produces sound when connected to optional powered
stereo speakers, headphones, earbuds, a headset, or
television audio. Also connects an optional headset
microphone.
NOTE: When an audio component is connected to
the jack, the computer speakers are disabled.
The audio component cable must have a 4-conductor
connector.
Component Description
(1) Speakers (2) Produce sound.
(2) Internal display switch Initiates sleep if the display is closed while the power is
(3) Webcam Captures still photographs and videos.
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on.
NOTE: The display switch is not visible from the
outside of the computer.
Component Description
(4) Webcam light On: The webcam is in use.
(5) Internal microphone Records sound.
Bottom components
NOTE: To capture and edit videos, you can use the
preinstalled software program Arcsoft WebCam
Companion 3.
Component Description
(1) Battery bay Holds the battery.
(2) Battery release latches (2) Release the battery from the battery bay.
(3) Vent Enables airflow to cool internal components.
NOTE: The computer fan starts up automatically to cool
internal components and prevent overheating. It is normal
for the internal fan to cycle on and off during routine
operation.
(4) Memory module compartment Contains the memory module slot.
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Wireless antennas
Component Description
(1) WWAN antennas (2) (select models only)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
(2) WLAN antennas (2)* Send and receive wireless signals to communicate with wireless
*The antennas are not visible from the outside of the computer. For optimal transmission, keep the areas immediately around
the antennas free from obstructions.
To see wireless regulatory notices, refer to the section of the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental
Notices that applies to your country or region. These notices are located in Help and Support.
Additional hardware components
wide-area networks (WWANs).
local area networks (WLANs).
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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
*Batteries and power cords vary in appearance by region and country.
Identifying the labels
The labels affixed to the computer provide information you may need when you troubleshoot system
problems or travel internationally with the computer.
Service tag—Provides important information including the following:
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external power.
Product name (1). This is the product name affixed to the front of your computer.
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Serial number (s/n) (2). This is an alphanumeric identifier that is unique to each product.
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Part Number/Product number (p/n) (3). This number provides specific information about the
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hardware components of the product. The part number helps a service technician to determine
what components and parts are needed.
Model description (4). This is the alphanumeric identifier you use to locate documents, drivers,
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and support for your computer.
Warranty period (5). This number describes the duration (in years) of the warranty period for
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this computer.
Have this information available when you contact technical support. The service tag label is affixed
to the bottom of the computer.
Microsoft® Certificate of Authenticity—Contains the Windows® Product Key. You may need the
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Product Key to update or troubleshoot the operating system. This certificate is affixed to the bottom
of the computer.
Regulatory label—Provides regulatory information about the computer, including the following:
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Information about optional wireless devices and the approval markings of some of the
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countries or regions in which the devices have been approved for use. An optional device may
be a wireless local area network (WLAN) device. You may need this information when
traveling internationally.
The serial number of your HP Mobile Broadband Module (select models only).
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The regulatory label is affixed to the bottom of the computer.
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3 Power management
Setting power options
Using power-saving states
The computer has two power-saving states enabled at the factory: Sleep and Hibernation.
When Sleep is initiated, the power light blinks and the screen clears. Your work is saved to memory,
letting you exit the Sleep state faster than exiting Hibernation. If the computer is in the Sleep state for
an extended period or if the battery reaches a critical battery level while in the Sleep state, the computer
initiates Hibernation.
When Hibernation is initiated, your work is saved to a hibernation file on the hard drive and the computer
turns off.
CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, loss of audio or video playback
functionality, or loss of information, do not initiate Sleep or Hibernation while reading from or writing to
a disc or an external media card.
NOTE: You cannot initiate any type of networking connection or perform any computer functions while
the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation.
Initiating and exiting Sleep
The system is set at the factory to initiate Sleep after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery
power and 30 minutes of inactivity when running on external power.
Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in Windows Control Panel.
With the computer on, you can initiate Sleep in any of the following ways:
Press fn+f1.
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Briefly slide the power switch.
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Close the display.
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Click Start, click the arrow next to the Shut down button, and then click Sleep.
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You can exit Sleep in any of the following ways:
Briefly slide the power switch.
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If the display is closed, open the display.
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Press a key on the keyboard.
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When the computer exits Sleep, the power light turns on and your work returns to the screen where you
stopped working.
NOTE: If you have set a password to be required when the computer exits Sleep, you must enter your
Windows password before your work will return to the screen.
Initiating and exiting Hibernation
The system is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after 1,080 minutes (18 hours) of inactivity when
running on battery power, 1,080 minutes (18 hours) of inactivity when running on external power, or
when the battery reaches a critical battery level.
Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in Windows Control Panel.
To initiate Hibernation:
Click Start, click the arrow next to the Shut down button, and then click Hibernate.
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To exit Hibernation:
Briefly slide the power switch.
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When the computer exits Hibernation, the power light turns on and your work returns to the screen where
you stopped working.
NOTE: If you have set a password to be required when the computer exits Hibernation, you must enter
your Windows password before your work will return to the screen.
Using power plans
A power plan is a collection of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. Power
plans can help you conserve power and maximize computer performance.
The following power plans are available:
HP recommended
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High performance
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Power saver
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You can change the settings of these power plans through Power Options.
Viewing the current power plan
Click the battery meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.
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– or –
Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options.
Selecting a different power plan
Click the battery meter icon in the notification area, and then select a power plan from the list.
▲
– or –
Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options, and then select a power
plan from the list.
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Customizing power plans
1. Click the battery meter icon in the notification area and then click Power options.
– or –
Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options.
2. Select a power plan, and then click Change plan settings.
3. Change the settings as needed.
4. To change additional settings, click Change advanced power settings and make your changes.
Setting password protection upon exiting Sleep or Hibernation
To set the computer to prompt for a password when the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation, follow
these steps:
1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Security > Power Options.
2. In the left pane, click Require a password on wakeup.
3. Click Change Settings that are currently unavailable.
4. Click Require a password (recommended).
5. Click Save changes.
Using external AC power
External AC power is supplied through an approved AC adapter.
WARNING! 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.
Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the following conditions:
WARNING! Do not charge the battery while you are onboard aircraft.
When you are charging or calibrating a battery
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When you are installing or modifying system software
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When you are writing information to a CD or DVD
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When you connect the computer to external AC power, the following events occur:
The battery begins to charge.
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If the computer is turned on, the battery meter icon in the notification area changes appearance.
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When you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur:
The computer switches to battery power.
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The display brightness is automatically decreased to save battery life. To increase display
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brightness, press the fn+f4 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter.
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Connecting the AC adapter
WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment:
Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by
unplugging the power cord from the computer).
If provided with a 3-pin attachment plug on the power cord, plug the cord into a grounded (earthed) 3pin outlet. Do not disable the power cord grounding pin, for example, by attaching a 2-pin adapter. The
grounding pin is an important safety feature.
To connect the computer to external AC power, follow these steps:
1. Plug the AC adapter into the power connector (1) on the computer.
2. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter (2).
3. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (3).
Using battery power
When a charged battery is in the computer and the computer is not plugged into external power, the
computer runs on battery power. When the computer is plugged into external AC power, the computer
runs on AC power.
If the computer contains a charged battery and is running on external AC power supplied through the
AC adapter, the computer switches to battery power if the AC adapter is disconnected from the
computer.
NOTE: The display brightness is decreased to save battery life when you disconnect AC power. To
increase display brightness, use the fn+f4 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter.
You can keep a battery in the computer or in storage, depending on how you work. Keeping the battery
in the computer whenever the computer is plugged into AC power charges the battery and also protects
your work in case of a power outage. However, a battery in the computer slowly discharges when the
computer is off and unplugged from external power.
WARNING! 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 HP.
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Battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on the computer,
display brightness, external devices connected to the computer, and other factors.
Displaying the remaining battery charge
Move the pointer over the battery meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.
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Finding battery information in Help and Support
Help and Support provides the following tools and information:
Battery Check tool to test battery performance
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Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to maximize battery
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life
Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity
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To access Battery information:
Select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans: Frequently Asked Questions.
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Using Battery Check
Help and Support provides information on the status of the battery installed in the computer.
To run Battery Check:
1. Connect the AC adapter to the computer.
NOTE: The computer must be connected to external power for Battery Check to function properly.
2. Select Start > Help and Support > Troubleshoot > Power, Thermal and Mechanical.
3. Click the Power tab, and then click Battery Check.
Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to see if they are functioning properly, and then reports
the results of the examination.
Inserting or removing the battery
CAUTION: Removing a battery that is the sole power source may cause loss of information. To prevent
loss of information, save your work and initiate Hibernation or shut down the computer through Windows
before removing the battery.
To insert the battery:
1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface.
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2. Align the tabs on the battery with the notches on the computer, and then insert the battery into the
battery bay. The battery release latches automatically lock the battery into place.
To remove the battery:
1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface.
2. Slide the battery release latches (1) to release the battery, and then remove the battery (2).
Charging a battery
WARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft.
The battery charges whenever the computer is plugged into external power through an AC adapter or
an optional power adapter.
The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use, but it charges faster when the computer is
off.
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