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mode to power-saving mode to conserve battery life. Similarly, when switching from battery power to AC power, the computer switches back to the high-performance mode.

NOTE: In order to optimize computer performance, the system might not allow switching modes, or prompt you to switch modes. It might be necessary to close all programs before switching.

NOTE: HDMI only works in the high-performance mode. HDMI cannot be used in power-saving mode.

When switching between AC and battery power, you are notified that the computer is about to switch graphics modes. If you prefer, choose to continue using the same graphics mode. While the computer switches modes, the screen goes blank for a few seconds. When the switch is complete, a notification appears in the notification area, and the screen image reappears.

NOTE: When select computer models are in slate mode, the screen orientations are reset when switching between graphics modes.

To determine which graphics mode you are using, right-click on the Windows desktop, and then click Configure Switchable Graphics or Configure ATI PowerXpress™.

Shutting down the computer

CAUTION: Unsaved information will be lost when the computer is shut down.

The Shut down command closes all open programs, including the operating system, and then turns off the display and computer.

Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions:

●When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer

●When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not connect to a USB port

●When the computer will be unused and disconnected from external power for an extended period

Although you can shut down the computer with the power button, the recommended procedure is to use the Windows Shut down command.

To shut down the computer:

NOTE: If the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you must first exit Sleep or Hibernation before shutdown is possible.

1.Save your work and close all open programs.

2.Click Start.

3.Click Shut down.

If the computer is unresponsive and you are unable to use the preceding shutdown procedures, try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided:

●Press ctrl+alt+delete, and then click the power button.

●Press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds.

●Disconnect the computer from external power and remove the battery.

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Contents HP Pavilion Notebook PC Product notice Safety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Pointing devices and keyboard Power management Drives Disabling and enabling QuickWeb 104 Features Identifying the hardwareTop components TouchPadComponent Description Power light White Power is on LightsPower button and fingerprint reader Panel System and Security Power OptionsKeys Fn keyFront components Right-side componentsLeft-side components Display components Wireless antennas Bottom componentsComponent Description Labels Additional hardware componentsComponent Description Using wireless devices Identifying wireless and network status iconsNetworking Icon Name DescriptionUsing the wireless controls Using the wireless action keyUsing HP Wireless Assistant software Using a Wlan Using operating system controlsSetting up a Wlan Protecting your WlanConnecting to a Wlan Using HP Mobile Broadband select models only Roaming to another networkInserting a SIM Removing a SIM Using Bluetooth wireless devices Bluetooth and Internet Connection Sharing ICSTroubleshooting wireless connection problems Cannot connect to a WlanCannot connect to a preferred Wlan network Network icon is not displayed Current Wlan network security codes are unavailableConnecting to a local area network LAN Cannot connect to the wireless routerWlan connection is very weak Page Using pointing devices Setting pointing device preferencesUsing the TouchPad Pointing devices and keyboardSelecting Using TouchPad gestures ScrollingUsing the action keys Connecting an external mouseIcon Action Description Using the hotkeys Cleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Icon Function Hotkey DescriptionPointing devices and keyboard Multimedia features MultimediaIdentifying your multimedia components Multimedia Using the media activity functions Using the media activity action keysMultimedia software Opening preinstalled multimedia software Using HP MediaSmart softwareUsing other multimedia software Installing multimedia software from a disc Connecting external audio devicesAudio Checking your audio functionsUsing the audio-out headphone jack Using the audio-in microphone jackUsing the external monitor port VideoConnecting an Hdmi device Identifying the installed optical drive Configuring audio for Hdmi select models onlyOptical drive Using optical discs CDs, DVDs, and BDs Selecting the right disc CDs, DVDs, and BDsCD-R discs LightScribe CD orPlaying a CD, DVD, or BD Configuring AutoPlay Changing DVD region settingsObserving the copyright warning Copying a CD or DVDCreating burning a CD, DVD, or BD Removing an optical disc CD, DVD, or BD Troubleshooting Computer does not detect the optical drivePreventing playback disruptions Disc does not playDisc does not play automatically Movie stops, skips, or plays erraticallyDevice driver must be reinstalled Movie is not visible on an external displayWebcam Obtaining the latest HP device driversAdjusting webcam properties Power management Setting power optionsUsing power-saving states Initiating and exiting SleepUsing the battery meter Using power plansViewing the current power plan Initiating and exiting HibernationUsing external AC power Setting password protection on wakeupSelecting a different power plan Customizing power plansConnecting the AC adapter Using battery power Testing an AC adapterIdentifying batteries Finding battery information in Help and Support Using Battery CheckDisplaying the remaining battery charge Inserting or removing the batteryPage Charging a battery Maximizing battery discharge timeManaging low battery levels Calibrating a battery Identifying low battery levelsResolving a low battery level Fully charge the battery Disable Hibernation and SleepDischarge the battery Fully recharge the batteryReenable Hibernation and Sleep Switching between graphics modes select models only Conserving battery powerStoring a battery Disposing of a used batteryShutting down the computer Click Shut downIdentifying installed drives DrivesHandling drives Using HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection Using Disk DefragmenterUsing Disk Cleanup Improving hard drive performanceUsing HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection software Identifying HP ProtectSmart Hard Drive Protection statusReplacing the hard drive Page Page Page Page Using a USB device Connecting a USB deviceExternal devices Removing a USB deviceUsing an eSATA device Connecting an eSATA deviceRemoving an eSATA device Page Using Digital Media Slot cards External media cardsInserting a digital card Removing a digital card Memory modules Adding or replacing memory modulesPage Page Upgrading a memory module in the primary memory module slot Page Page Page Using passwords Computer risk Security featureSecurity Protecting the computerSetting passwords in Windows Setting passwords in Setup UtilityPassword Function Administrator password Managing an administrator passwordUsing antivirus software Power-on passwordUsing firewall software Installing critical security updatesInstalling an optional security cable Using the fingerprint reader Locating the fingerprint readerRegistering fingerprints Using your registered fingerprint to log on to Windows HP QuickWeb Disabling and enabling QuickWebSetup Utility Starting Setup UtilityUsing Setup Utility Changing the language of Setup UtilityNavigating and selecting in Setup Utility Restoring default settings in Setup UtilityDisplaying system information Setup Utility menus Exiting Setup UtilitySystem Configuration menu Main menuDiagnostics menu Primary Hard Disk Self TestSoftware updates Updating the BiosDetermining the Bios version Downloading a Bios update Updating programs and driversPage Backup and Recovery Creating recovery discsBacking up your information Using Windows Backup and Restore Using system restore pointsWhen to create restore points Create a system restore pointPerforming a recovery Recovering from the recovery discsRestore to a previous date and time Click System Recovery in the Recovery Manager window Symbols/Numerics IndexDVD-ROM SIM SSD
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