HP DV6-3225DX manual Charging a battery, Maximizing battery discharge time

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Charging a battery

WARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while on board aircraft.

The battery charges whenever the computer is plugged into external power through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device.

The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use, but it charges faster when the computer is off.

Charging might take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for two weeks or more, or is much warmer or cooler than room temperature.

To prolong battery life and optimize the accuracy of battery charge displays:

●If charging a new battery, charge it fully before turning on the computer.

●Allow the battery to discharge below five percent of a full charge through normal use before charging it.

●If the battery has been unused for one month or more, calibrate the battery instead of simply charging it.

Maximizing battery discharge time

Battery discharge time varies depending on the features used while on battery power. Maximum discharge time gradually shortens, as the battery storage capacity naturally degrades.

To maximize battery discharge time:

●Lower the brightness on the display.

●Check the Power saver setting in Power Options.

●Remove the battery from the computer when it is not being used or charged.

●Store the battery in a cool, dry location.

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Contents Page Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Page Select Start Control Panel System and Security FeaturesIdentifying hardware Components Select Mouse settingsTop components TouchPadDescription Function TouchPad buttonsLights Options Buttons and Fingerprint Reader select models onlyEsc key KeysRight-side components Front componentsLeft-side components Bottom components Display components Wireless antennas select models only Additional hardware components Labels Using wireless devices Wireless, local area network, and modemUsing the wireless key Identifying wireless and network status iconsUsing the wireless controls Click Properties Using HP Wireless AssistantUsing operating system controls Setting up a Wlan Using a WlanProtecting your Wlan Roaming to another network Connecting to a WlanBluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICS Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models onlyConnecting to a local area network Setting pointing device preferences Using pointing devicesUsing the TouchPad Pointing devices and keyboardScrolling Using TouchPad gesturesTurning the TouchPad on and off Rotating PinchingCalibrating the touchscreen Using the touchscreen select models onlyPerforming clicks Performing actions on the touchscreenSetting touchscreen preferences Using the action keysConnecting an external mouse Prt sc Using the hotkeys Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Multimedia Multimedia featuresIdentifying your multimedia components See Regulatory, Safety and Environmental NoticesAdjusting the volume Using the media activity keys Using other preinstalled multimedia software Using HP MediaSmart softwareInstalling multimedia software from a disc Multimedia softwareSelect Start All Programs Accessories Sound Recorder Connecting external audio devicesAudio Checking your audio functionsVideo Connecting an external monitor or projectorConfiguring audio for Hdmi select models only Connecting an Hdmi deviceClick Playback devices WebcamSetting power options Power managementUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting SleepUsing power plans Using the battery meterInitiating and exiting Hibernation Click Customize notification iconsViewing the current power plan Setting password protection on wakeupSelecting a different power plan Customizing power plansUsing external AC power Connecting the AC adapter Finding battery information in Help and Support Using battery powerUsing Battery Check Displaying the remaining battery chargeInserting or removing the battery Maximizing battery discharge time Charging a batteryResolving a low battery level Managing low battery levelsIdentifying low battery levels Click Change advanced power settings Calibrating a batterySelect Start Control Panel System and Security Power Options Storing a battery Conserving battery powerDisposing of a used battery Replacing the batteryClick Shut down Switching between graphics modes select models onlyShutting down the computer Page Handling drives DrivesUsing optical discs Identifying the installed optical driveOptical drive Select Start ComputerSelecting the right disc CDs, DVDs, and BDs Blu-ray discs BD Playing a CD, DVD, or BDSelect Start Default Programs Change AutoPlay settings Configuring AutoPlayChanging DVD region settings Copying a CD or DVD Select Start All Programs CyberLink DVD Suites Power2GoObserving the copyright warning Creating burning a CD or DVD Removing a CD, DVD, or BD Using external drives Improving hard drive performance Using Disk DefragmenterUsing Disk Cleanup Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection status Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive ProtectionManaging power with a parked hard drive Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Replacing a drive in the primary hard drive bay Page Page External devices Using a USB deviceConnecting a USB device Removing a USB device Using an eSATA deviceConnecting an eSATA device Removing an eSATA device Inserting a digital card Using Digital Media Slot cardsExternal media cards Removing a digital card Memory modules Page Page Page Protecting the computer SecuritySetting passwords in Windows Using passwordsAdministrator password Setting passwords in Setup UtilityManaging an administrator password Power-on passwordManaging a power-on password Using firewall software Using antivirus softwareInstalling an optional security cable Installing critical security updatesLocating the Fingerprint Reader Using the fingerprint reader select models onlyRegistering fingerprints Using your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows Cannot connect to a Wlan TroubleshootingCurrent network security codes are unavailable Cannot connect to a preferred networkNetwork icon is not displayed Wlan connection is very weak Cannot connect to the wireless routerSelecting Start Control Panel System and Security Computer does not detect the CD, DVD, or BD driveCD, DVD, or BD does not play Selecting Advanced Settings Monitor tabSelect Advanced Settings Monitor tab Click Start Default Programs Change AutoPlay SettingsCD, DVD, or BD does not play automatically DVD or BD movie stops, skips, or plays erraticallyObtaining the latest HP device drivers Obtaining the latest Windows device drivers USB IndexIcons Maintenance