HP Power Management manual Storing a battery

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Storing a battery

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.

CAUTION: To prevent damage to a battery , do not expose it to high temperatures for extended periods of time.

If a computer will be unused and unplugged from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it separately.

To prolong the charge of a stored battery, place it in a cool, dry place.

Calibrate a battery before using it if it has been stored for one month or more.

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Contents Power Management First Edition January Document Part Number Table of contents Index Component Description Power control and light locationsPower control and light locations Task Recommended power source Power sourcesConnecting the AC adapter Standby Standby and hibernationHibernation When a reliable power supply is unavailable When you leave your workInitiating standby, hibernation or shutdown Page Using emergency shutdown procedures Power settingsTurning the computer or display on or off Stand by Initiating or resuming from standbySelect Hibernate Initiating or restoring from hibernationAccessing Power Options Properties Power optionsClear the Always show icon on the taskbar check box Displaying the Power Meter iconSetting or changing a power scheme Setting a security prompt Processor performance controls PowerBatteries Inserting or removing a battery Displaying charge information on the screen Charging a batteryMonitoring the charge of the battery Obtaining accurate charge informationViewing charge displays Critical low-battery condition Managing low-battery conditionsIdentifying low-battery conditions Low-battery conditionWhen no power source is available Resolving low-battery conditionsWhen external power is available When a charged battery is availableCharging the battery Calibrating a batteryWhen to calibrate How to calibrateDischarging the battery Recharging the battery Conserving power as you work Conserving battery powerSelecting power conservation settings Storing a battery Disposing of a used battery AC adapter Index