HP x2 1011 G1 manual Managing low battery levels, Conserving battery power

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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.

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 39.

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.

Resolving a low battery level

Resolving a low battery level when external power is available

▲Connect one of the following devices:

●AC adapter

●Optional docking or expansion device

●Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP

Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available

To resolve a low battery level when no power source is available, save your work and shut down the computer.

Conserving battery power

●Select low power-use settings through Power Options in Windows Control Panel.

●Turn off wireless and LAN connections and exit modem applications when you are not using them.

●Disconnect unused external devices that are not plugged into an external power source.

●Stop, disable, or remove any external memory cards that you are not using.

●Decrease screen brightness.

●Before you leave your work, initiate Sleep, or shut down the computer.

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Contents User Guide Software terms Product noticeSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Shutting down the computer Setting power options Vii Viii Support Page Welcome User guides View Warranty Information Finding informationSupport User guides Resources Programs Communication and Chat HP Webcam Getting to know your computerTablet edge components Component DescriptionGuides User guides, select Start Help and Support UserComponent Display Top KeyboardTouchPad Lights Esc key KeysRight Sleep settings , and then select Power and sleep fromUsing a USB device on Left Changing your tablet’s settings Releasing the tablet from the keyboardChanging your tablets view Adjusting your tablet’s screen brightness Adjusting your tablet’s autorotate lockUsing HP Connection Manager select models only Connecting to a networkConnecting to a wireless network Using the wireless controlsUsing a Wlan Using the wireless buttonUsing operating system controls Using an Internet service provider Setting up a WlanConfiguring a wireless router Protecting your Wlan Connecting to a WlanInserting and removing a SIM Using HP Mobile Broadband select models onlyUsing Bluetooth wireless devices Using GPS select models onlyUsing the Wireless Dock WiDock Connecting to a wired networkConnecting to a local area network LAN Using pointing devices Setting pointing device preferencesUsing the TouchPad and gestures Tapping Finger pinch zoom ScrollingRotating select models only Finger clickUsing the digitizer pen select models only Flicking select models onlyIdentifying the pen components Using the keyboard Using the hot keysUsing keypads Turning the embedded numeric keypad on and off Using an optional external numeric keypadMultimedia Using the media activity controlsConnecting speakers Adjusting the volumeConnecting headphones and microphones WebcamChecking audio functions on the computer DisplayPort keyboard only VideoConnecting wired displays using MultiStream Transport Page Shutting down the computer Power managementSetting power options Using power-saving statesIntel Rapid Start Technology select models only Initiating and exiting SleepInitiating and exiting Hibernation Factory-sealed battery select models only Using battery powerUsing the power meter and power settings Setting password protection on wakeupMaximizing battery discharge time Finding additional battery informationUsing Battery Check Displaying the remaining battery chargeConserving battery power Managing low battery levelsTesting an AC adapter Using external AC powerPage Removing a memory card Using memory card readersExternal cards and devices Inserting a memory cardInserting a smart card Using smart cards keyboard onlyRemoving a smart card Using a USB deviceUsing optional external devices Connecting a USB deviceRemoving a USB device Using optional external drives Computer risk Security feature SecurityProtecting the computer Using passwords Setting passwords in WindowsPassword Function Managing a Bios administrator password Setting passwords in Computer SetupEntering a Bios administrator password Managing a Computer Setup DriveLock passwordSetting a DriveLock password Entering a DriveLock password Changing a DriveLock passwordRemoving DriveLock protection Using Computer Setup Automatic DriveLock Entering an Automatic DriveLock passwordRemoving Automatic DriveLock protection Using firewall software Using antivirus softwareLocating the fingerprint reader Installing critical security updatesUsing HP Client Security select models only Using the fingerprint reader select models onlyCleaning the display All-in-Ones or Notebooks MaintenanceCleaning your computer Cleaning proceduresUsing SoftPaq Download Manager Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouseUpdating programs and drivers Guidelines Backup and recoveryCreating recovery media and backups Creating recovery media with HP Recovery Disc CreatorBacking up your information Creating recovery mediaUsing the Windows recovery tools Performing a system recoveryUsing Windows 7 operating system media Using f11 recovery tools select models onlySelect Repair your computer Using Computer Setup Starting Computer SetupNavigating and selecting in Computer Setup Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup Updating the Bios Determining the Bios versionDownloading a Bios update Using MultiBoot About the boot device orderSynchronizing the tablet and keyboard Choosing MultiBoot preferences Setting a new boot order in Computer SetupDynamically choosing a boot device using the f9 prompt Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi select models only Setting a MultiBoot Express promptEntering MultiBoot Express preferences Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB device Contacting support SupportLabels Specifications Input powerOperating environment Traveling with or shipping your computer Computer is unable to start up TroubleshootingTroubleshooting resources Resolving issuesAn external device is not working Software is functioning abnormallyComputer is on but not responding Computer is unusually warmWireless network connection is not working Electrostatic discharge Index Symbols/NumericsLabels

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