HP Pro x2 612 G1 (Windows 8.1) manual Finding additional battery information, Using Battery Check

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Finding additional battery information

HP Support Assistant provides the tools and information about the battery. To access battery information, select the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen, and then select Battery and performance.

●Battery Check tool to test battery performance

●Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to maximize battery life

●Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity

To access battery information:

▲To access battery information, select the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen, and then select Battery and performance.

Using Battery Check

HP Support Assistant 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 work properly.

2.To access battery information, select the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen, and then select Battery and performance.

Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to see if they are functioning properly, and then reports the results of the examination.

Displaying the remaining battery charge

▲Move the pointer over the power meter icon on the Windows desktop in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.

Maximizing battery discharge time

Battery discharge time varies depending on features you use while on battery power. Maximum discharge time gradually decreases as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades.

Tips for maximizing battery discharge time:

●Lower the brightness on the display.

●Remove the battery on the computer when it is not being used or charged, if the computer contains a user-replaceable battery.

●Store the user-replaceable battery in a cool, dry location.

●Select the Power saver setting in Power Options.

Managing low battery levels

The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set at the factory. Some low-battery alerts and system responses can be changed using Power Options. Preferences set using Power Options do not affect lights.

From the Start screen, type power, select Settings, and then select Power Options.

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Contents User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Connecting to a local area network LAN VGA Drives Contacting support Labels Appendix a Welcome Finding information Resources For information aboutResources Welcome Getting to know your computer Tablet edge componentsGetting to know your computer Amber The computer is connected to external power Display Component DescriptionPower keyboard TopTouchPad Lights Keys Fn keyRight side Left side Releasing the tablet from the power keyboard RearAdjusting your tablets screen brightness Changing your tablets settingsAdjusting your tablets autorotate lock Changing your tablets viewUsing the wireless controls Connecting to a networkConnecting to a wireless network Using the wireless buttonUsing an Internet service provider Using a WlanUsing operating system controls Protecting your Wlan Setting up a WlanConfiguring a wireless router Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Connecting to a WlanUsing GPS select models only Inserting and removing a SIMConnecting to a local area network LAN Connecting to a wired networkUsing Bluetooth wireless devices Page Connecting to a network Using the TouchPad and gestures Using pointing devicesSetting pointing device preferences Turning the TouchPad off and on TappingScrolling Finger pinch zoomFinger click Rotating select models onlyFlicking select models only Edge swipes select models onlyLeft-edge swipe Using touch screen gestures Setting touch screen preferencesOne-finger slide Tapping Pinching/stretchingRotating select models only Edge swipes Right-edge swipeLeft-edge swipe Holding the pen Using the digitizer pen select models onlyIdentifying the pen components Top-edge swipe and bottom-edge swipeStoring the pen Using the on-screen keyboardUsing the keyboard Using Windows shortcut keys Identifying the hot keysDescription Using keypads Using the embedded numeric keypadUsing an optional external numeric keypad Turning the embedded numeric keypad on and offMultimedia Connecting speakersAdjusting the volume AudioChecking audio functions on the computer Connecting headphones and microphonesWebcams Video VGADisplayPort Connecting wired displays using MultiStream Transport Multimedia Power management Shutting down the computerUsing the power meter and power settings Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting SleepFactory-sealed battery Using battery powerSetting password protection on wakeup Displaying the remaining battery charge Finding additional battery informationUsing Battery Check Maximizing battery discharge timeUsing external AC power Conserving battery powerTesting an AC adapter Inserting a memory card Using memory card readersExternal cards and devices Using smart cards Removing a memory cardRemoving a smart card Using a USB deviceInserting a smart card Removing a USB device Using optional external devicesConnecting a USB device Using optional external drives External cards and devices Handling drives Using Disk DefragmenterDrives Improving hard drive performanceUsing Disk Cleanup Protecting the computer Using passwordsSecurity Setting passwords in Windows Password FunctionSetting passwords in Computer Setup Managing a Bios administrator passwordManaging a Computer Setup DriveLock password Entering a Bios administrator passwordSetting a DriveLock password Entering a DriveLock password Changing a DriveLock passwordRemoving DriveLock protection Using Computer Setup Automatic DriveLockEntering an Automatic DriveLock password Removing Automatic DriveLock protection Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Using the fingerprint reader select models only Installing critical security updatesUsing HP Client Security Locating the fingerprint readerSecurity Cleaning procedures MaintenanceCleaning your computer Cleaning the display All-in-Ones or NotebooksUpdating programs and drivers Using SoftPaq Download Manager Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouseUsing the Windows recovery tools Backup and recoveryPerforming a system recovery Backing up your informationUsing f11 recovery tools Using Windows operating system media purchased separately Using Windows Refresh or Windows Reset Using HP Software SetupNavigating and selecting in Computer Setup Using Computer SetupStarting Computer Setup Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup Select Main Restore DefaultsDownloading a Bios update Updating the BiosDetermining the Bios version Choosing MultiBoot preferences Using MultiBootAbout the boot device order Synchronizing the tablet and keyboardSetting a new boot order in Computer Setup Dynamically choosing a boot device using the f9 promptEntering MultiBoot Express preferences Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UefiSetting a MultiBoot Express prompt Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB device Diagnostic section, click HP Uefi Support EnvironmentPage Support Contacting supportLabels Operating environment SpecificationsInput power Specifications Traveling with the computer Appendix a Traveling with the computer Resolving issues TroubleshootingTroubleshooting resources Computer is unable to start upComputer is unusually warm Software is functioning abnormallyComputer is on but not responding An external device is not workingMovie is not visible on an external display Wireless network connection is not workingDisc does not play Page Electrostatic discharge Appendix C Electrostatic discharge Symbols/Numerics IndexMaintenance SIM