HP x2 1011 G1 (Windows 8.1) manual Using Battery Check, Displaying the remaining battery charge

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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.

Identifying low battery levels

When a battery that is the sole power source for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level, the following behavior occurs:

●The battery light (select models only) indicates a low or critical battery level.

– or –

●The power meter icon in the notification area shows a low or critical battery notification.

NOTE: For additional information about the power meter, see Using the power meter and power settings on page 47.

If the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the Sleep state, and then shuts down and loses any unsaved information.

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Contents User Guide Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Using an optional external numeric keypad Identifying low battery levels Resolving a low battery level Security Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB device Appendix C Electrostatic discharge Index Welcome Resources For information about Finding informationFinding information Tablet edge components Getting to know your computerTablet edge components States on Display DisplayUser Guides Top KeyboardModels only on TouchPadLights Esc key KeysRight USB device on Left Releasing the tablet from the keyboard Changing your tablet’s view Changing your tablet’s settingsAdjusting your tablet’s autorotate lock Adjusting your tablet’s screen brightnessUsing the wireless controls Connecting to a networkConnecting to a wireless network Using operating system controls Using Intel Wireless Gigabit Dock ManagerUsing a Wlan Using the wireless buttonUsing an Internet service provider Protecting your Wlan Setting up a WlanConfiguring a wireless router Connecting to a Wlan Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Inserting and removing a SIM Using GPS select models onlyUsing the Wireless Dock WiDock Using Bluetooth wireless devicesConnecting to a wired network Connecting to a local area network LAN Using the TouchPad and gestures Using pointing devicesSetting pointing device preferences Tapping Scrolling Finger pinch zoom Rotating select models only Finger clickFlicking select models only Right-edge swipe Edge swipes select models onlyLeft-edge swipe Identifying the pen components Using touch screen gesturesUsing the digitizer pen select models only Setting touch screen preferencesUsing the keyboard Turning the embedded numeric keypad on and off Switching key functions on the embedded numeric keypad Using an optional external numeric keypadAudio Using the media activity controlsConnecting speakers MultimediaChecking audio functions on the computer Adjusting the volumeConnecting headphones and microphones Video WebcamDisplayPort keyboard only Connecting wired displays using MultiStream Transport Shutting down turning off the computer Power managementInitiating and exiting Sleep Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Intel Rapid Start Technology select models onlyEnabling and exiting user-initiated Hibernation Using the power meter and power settingsSetting password protection on wakeup Finding additional battery information Using battery powerFactory-sealed battery select models only Managing low battery levels Using Battery CheckDisplaying the remaining battery charge Maximizing battery discharge timeConserving battery power Using external AC powerTesting an AC adapter Inserting a memory card Using memory card readersExternal cards and devices Removing a memory card Using smart cards keyboard only Removing a smart card Inserting a smart cardUsing a USB device Removing a USB device Using optional external devicesConnecting a USB device Using optional external drives Protecting the computer SecuritySetting passwords in Windows Using passwordsManaging a Bios administrator password Setting passwords in Computer SetupEntering a Bios administrator password Managing a Computer Setup DriveLock passwordSetting a DriveLock password Removing DriveLock protection Entering a DriveLock passwordChanging a DriveLock password Removing Automatic DriveLock protection Using Computer Setup Automatic DriveLockEntering an Automatic DriveLock password Page Installing critical security updates Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Locating the fingerprint reader Using HP Client SecurityUsing the fingerprint reader select models only Cleaning the display All-in-Ones or Notebooks MaintenanceCleaning your computer Cleaning proceduresCleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouse Updating programs and drivers Using SoftPaq Download ManagerBacking up your information Backup and recoveryPerforming a system recovery Using the Windows recovery tools Using Windows operating system media purchased separately Using f11 recovery toolsUsing HP Software Setup Using Windows Refresh or Windows ResetNavigating and selecting in Computer Setup Using Computer SetupStarting Computer Setup Select Main Restore Defaults Restoring factory settings in Computer SetupDownloading a Bios update Updating the BiosDetermining the Bios version Synchronizing the tablet and keyboard Using MultiBootAbout the boot device order Setting a new boot order in Computer Setup Choosing MultiBoot preferencesEntering MultiBoot Express preferences Dynamically choosing a boot device using the f9 promptSetting a MultiBoot Express prompt Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB device Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UefiPage Contacting support SupportLabels Operating environment SpecificationsInput power Traveling with the computer Computer is unable to start up TroubleshootingTroubleshooting resources Resolving issuesComputer is unusually warm Computer screen is blankSoftware is functioning abnormally Computer is on but not respondingAn external device is not working Wireless network connection is not workingElectrostatic discharge Index Symbols/NumericsWlan