HP Dv6-7020us manual Running on battery power, Removing a user-replaceable battery

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Running on battery power

When a charged battery is in the computer and the computer is not plugged into external power, the computer runs on battery power and the display brightness decreases to conserve battery life. The battery in the computer slowly discharges when the computer is off and unplugged from external power.

Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on the computer, display brightness, external devices connected to the computer, and other factors.

Removing a user-replaceable battery

Your computer includes a user-replaceable battery.

WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the user-replaceable battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP.

CAUTION: Removing a battery that is the sole power source for the computer can cause loss of information. So before removing the battery, save your work and initiate Hibernation, or shut down the computer through Windows.

To remove the battery:

1.Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface.

2.Slide the battery release latch (1) to release the battery.

NOTE: The battery release latch automatically returns to its original position.

3.Pivot the battery (2) upward and remove it from the computer.

Finding battery information

Help and Support provides the following tools and information about the battery:

●Battery Check tool in Help and Support to test battery performance

●Information about calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to maximize battery life

●Information about battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity

To access battery information, select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans: Frequently Asked Questions.

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Contents User Guide Software terms Product noticeSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Using Sleep or Hibernation Managing and sharing information Securing your computer and information Input power Operating environment Page Best practices Starting rightFun things to do More HP resources Resource ContentsComponent Description Getting to know your computerFinding your hardware and software information FrontRight side Using Sleep or Hibernation onRight side Left side Rear Communication and Chat CyberLink YouCam DisplayWebcam light On The webcam is in use TouchPad TopSleep or Hibernation on LightsButtons, speakers, and fingerprint reader select models only Speakers Produce sound By selecting Start Control Panel Hardware KeysSound Beats Audio Control Panel Num lock key Bottom Component LabelsConnecting to a wireless network Connecting to a networkUsing the wireless controls Using HP Connection Manager select models only Using the wireless buttonUsing operating system controls Using an Internet service provider Using a WlanConfiguring a wireless router Setting up a WlanProtecting your Wlan Connecting to a Wlan Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models onlyConnecting to a local area network LAN Multimedia Features Enjoying entertainment featuresSelect Start Control Panel Hardware Using the webcamConnecting speakers Using audioAccessing Beats Audio Control Panel Connecting headphonesConnecting a microphone Using Beats AudioChecking the sound Using videoConnecting a VGA monitor or projector Connecting an Hdmi TV or monitor Configuring audio settings with Hdmi TV Using Intel Wireless Display select models onlyManaging your audio and video files Using the keyboard and pointing devices Icon Key Description Using the keyboardUsing ALT GR key combinations Using the action keysF10 Using the keypad Using the hot keysUsing the integrated numeric keypad Turning the TouchPad off or on Using the TouchPadSelecting NavigatingUsing TouchPad gestures Pinching/Zooming ScrollingFlicking RotatingManaging power Initiating and exiting Sleep Using Sleep or HibernationInitiating and exiting Hibernation Setting password protection on wakeupSelecting a power plan Using the power meterRemoving a user-replaceable battery Running on battery powerFinding battery information Identifying low battery levels Conserving battery powerStoring a user-replaceable battery Disposing of a user-replaceable battery Running on external powerReplacing a user-replaceable battery Shutting down the computer Using HP CoolSense select models onlyType Description Using a USB deviceConnecting a USB device Managing and sharing informationRemoving a USB device Connecting a powered USB deviceInserting and removing digital storage cards Using optical drives Inserting an optical disc Sharing drives on the network Removing an optical discImproving performance Maintaining your computerHandling drives Replacing a hard drive Page Using Disk Defragmenter Using HP 3D DriveGuardUsing Disk Cleanup Adding or replacing memory modules Page Page Updating programs and drivers Cleaning your computerCleaning the display, sides, and cover Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboardTraveling with or shipping your computer Securing your computer and information Computer risk Security featureLocating your security software Using passwordsSetting Setup Utility Bios passwords Setting Windows passwordsPassword Function Registering fingerprints Using the fingerprint reader select models onlyUsing HP SimplePass Using your registered fingerprint to log on to WindowsUsing antivirus software Using Internet security softwareUsing firewall software Installing Windows security updates Installing software updatesInstalling HP and third-party software updates Using an optional security cable lock Securing your wireless networkBacking up your software applications and information Starting Setup Utility Bios Using Setup Utility Bios and System DiagnosticsUpdating the Bios Downloading a Bios update Determining the Bios versionUsing System Diagnostics Creating backups Backing up, restoring, and recoveringCreating recovery media to recover the original system What you need to know Creating system restore pointsTips for a successful backup Creating a system restore pointBacking up system and personal information Creating a backup using Windows Backup and Restore Restoring specific files using Windows Backup and Restore Restore and recoveryRestoring to a previous system restore point Recovering the original system using HP Recovery ManagerRecovering using the recovery media Recovering using HP Recovery partition select models onlyChanging the computer boot order Input power SpecificationsInput power Rating Operating environment Troubleshooting and support Disc drive problems TroubleshootingWireless connection problems Cannot connect to a preferred network Cannot connect to a WlanWlan connection is very weak Current network security codes are unavailableCannot connect to the wireless router Audio problemsNetwork status icon is not displayed Resolving a low battery level Power management problemsTroubleshooting an AC adapter Page Contacting customer support Electrostatic Discharge Index BiosHdmi