HP Rlve 810 G3 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 40.

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 Software termsSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Multimedia Inserting a memory card Removing a memory card Using Disk Cleanup Downloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB device Appendix C Electrostatic discharge Index Welcome Finding information Select the HP Support Assistant appResources Right Getting to know your computerComponent Description Feature, press the button again Assistant appLeft Display To change your notebook to a tablet Support Assistant appTop TouchPadComponent Description Windows button DesktopLights Keys Fn keyService door BottomBottom Using a USB device on RearConnecting to a network Connecting to a wireless networkUsing the wireless controls Using the wireless buttonUsing operating system controls Using a WlanUsing an Internet service provider Configuring a wireless router Setting up a WlanProtecting your Wlan Connecting to a Wlan Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Using HP Mobile Connect select models onlyUsing GPS select models only Inserting and removing a SIM select models onlyConnecting to a wired network-LAN select models only Using Bluetooth wireless devicesSetting pointing device preferences Using pointing devicesUsing the TouchPad and gestures Turning the TouchPad off and on TappingFinger pinch zoom ScrollingFinger click Rotating select models only Edge swipes select models only Right-edge swipeTop-edge swipe Using Windows shortcut keys Using the keyboardIdentifying the hot keys Hot key combination Description Fn+f3Using keypads Using the embedded numeric keypadUsing an optional external numeric keypad Turning the embedded numeric keypad on and offUsing the media activity controls Connecting speakersMultimedia AudioConnecting headphones and microphones Adjusting the volumeChecking audio functions on the computer Webcam VideoDisplayPort Select Start Control Panel Page Power management Shutting down turning off the computer Setting power options Using power-saving states Intel Rapid Start Technology select models only Initiating and exiting SleepSetting password protection on wakeup Using the power meter and power settingsEnabling and exiting user-initiated Hibernation Using battery power Finding additional battery informationUsing Battery Check Displaying the remaining battery chargeMaximizing battery discharge time Managing low battery levelsInserting or removing the battery Inserting a batteryConserving battery power Storing a user-replaceable battery select models onlyDisposing of a user-replaceable battery select models only Using external AC powerReplacing a user-replaceable battery select models only Testing an AC adapter External cards and devices Using memory card readersInserting a memory card Removing a memory card Using a USB device Connecting a USB device Removing a USB deviceUsing optional external devices Using optional external drivesDrives Using hard drivesHandling drives Click the Reset to Available link Intel Smart Response Technology select models onlyRemoving or replacing the service door Removing the service doorReplacing the service door Replacing or upgrading the hard drive Removing the hard driveInstalling a hard drive Using Disk Cleanup Improving hard drive performanceSecurity Computer risk Security featureProtecting the computer Setting passwords in Windows Using passwordsPassword Function Setting 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 passwordChanging a DriveLock password Removing DriveLock protectionEntering an Automatic DriveLock password Using Computer Setup Automatic DriveLockRemoving Automatic DriveLock protection Using firewall software Using antivirus softwareInstalling critical security updates Using HP Touchpoint Manager select models only Using HP Client SecurityInstalling an optional security cable Maintenance Adding or replacing memory modulesAdding or replacing memory modules Cleaning your computer Cleaning procedures Cleaning the display All-in-Ones or NotebooksCleaning the sides or cover Cleaning the TouchPad, keyboard, or mouseUsing SoftPaq Download Manager Performing a system recovery Backup and recoveryBacking up your information Using the Windows recovery tools Using f11 recovery toolsUsing Windows operating system media purchased separately Using Windows Refresh or Windows Reset Using HP Software SetupStarting Computer Setup Using Computer SetupNavigating and selecting in Computer Setup Restoring factory settings in Computer Setup Determining the Bios version Updating the BiosDownloading a Bios update Using MultiBoot About the boot device orderChoosing MultiBoot preferences Setting a new boot order in Computer SetupDynamically choosing a boot device using the f9 prompt Setting a MultiBoot Express promptDownloading HP PC Hardware Diagnostics Uefi to a USB device Using HP PC Hardware Diagnostics UefiEntering MultiBoot Express preferences Using HP Sure Start select models only Support Contacting supportLabels Input power SpecificationsOperating environment Traveling with the computer Troubleshooting Troubleshooting resourcesResolving issues Computer is unable to start upWireless network connection is not working Software is functioning abnormallyComputer is on but not responding Computer is unusually warmMovie is not visible on an external display Electrostatic discharge Symbols/Numerics IndexWlan SIM