HP CQ20 manual Resolving a low battery level

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Resolving a low battery level

CAUTION: To reduce the risk of losing information when the computer reaches a critical battery level and has initiated Hibernation, do not restore power until the power lights turn off.

Resolving a low battery level when external power is available

Connect one of the following devices:

AC adapter

Optional expansion product or docking device

Optional power adapter

Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available

1.Turn off the computer or initiate Hibernation.

2.Remove the discharged battery, and then insert a charged battery.

3.Turn on the computer.

Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available

Initiate Hibernation.

– or –

Save your work and shut down the computer.

Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation

When the computer lacks sufficient power to exit Hibernation, follow these steps:

1.Insert a charged battery or plug the computer into external power.

2.Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button.

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Contents Power Management Second Edition July Document Part Number Product notice Iv Product notice Table of contents Shutting down the computer Initiating and exiting Sleep Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting Hibernation Using the battery meter Click the Notification Area tabUsing power plans Viewing the current power planSelecting a different power plan Customizing power plansSetting password protection on wakeup Using external AC power Connecting the AC adapter Using battery power Finding battery information in Help and Support Displaying the remaining battery charge Inserting or removing the battery Charging a battery Managing low battery levels Identifying low battery levelsResolving a low battery level Disable Hibernation and Sleep Calibrating a batteryFully charge the battery Discharge the battery Fully recharge the battery Reenable Hibernation and SleepConserving battery power Storing a battery Disposing of a used battery Replacing the battery Shutting down the computer Click Shut DownPower Index
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