HP C2N11UA#ABA manual Using the AC adapter, Identifying low battery levels

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Stop, disable, or remove any external media cards that you are not using.

Before you leave your work, initiate Sleep or shut down the computer.

Identifying low battery levels

When a battery that is the sole power source for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level, the following behavior occurs:

The battery light (select models only) indicates a low or critical battery level.

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The power meter icon on the Windows desktop shows a low or critical battery notification.

NOTE: For additional information about the power meter, see Using the power meter and power settings on page 47.

The computer takes the following actions for a critical battery level:

If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in the Sleep state, and then shuts down and loses any unsaved information.

If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates Hibernation.

Resolving a low battery level

Resolving a low battery level when external power is available

Connect an AC adapter.

Connect an optional docking or expansion device.

Connect an optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP.

Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available

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.Connect the AC adapter to the computer and to external power.

2.Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button.

Using the AC adapter

Connect the computer to AC power to charge the battery. The AC adapter also includes a USB charging port that charges USB devices, such as cell phones and MP3 players. The USB port provides only charging functionality, it does not power USB devices.

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Contents User Guide Product notice Software termsSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Using the TouchPad Using TouchPad gestures Tapping Managing power Managing and sharing information Input power Operating environment Page Starting right Best practicesFun things to do Resource Contents More HP resourcesGetting to know your computer Finding your hardware and software informationFront Locating hardwareRight side Component DescriptionSelect HP Utility Center , and then select HP Beats Audio Low or critical battery level System Diagnostics on Left sideDisplay Top TouchPadLights Inactivity. See Intel Rapid Start Technology select modelsTop Button Keys Fn keyBottom Labels Identifying the labelsLocating the labels ComponentPage Connecting to a network Connecting to a wireless networkUsing the wireless controls Using the wireless buttonUsing a Wlan Using operating system controlsUsing an Internet service provider Setting up a Wlan Configuring a wireless routerProtecting your Wlan Using Bluetooth wireless devices Connecting to a WlanConnecting to a wired network Connecting to a local area network LANEnjoying entertainment features Volume dial Using the webcam Using sMedio 360 Suite Accessing sMedio 360 SuiteSharing media and data between devices SMedioUsing sMedio 360 TrueSync Using sMedio 360 TrueLink+Using audio Connecting speakersConnecting headphones Connecting a microphone Using HP Wireless Audio select models onlyUsing Beats Audio Using video Accessing Beats Audio Control PanelChecking the sound Enabling and disabling Beats AudioConnecting an Hdmi device Configuring Hdmi audio settingsConnecting a digital display device Managing your audio and video files Page Using the TouchPad Turning the TouchPad off or onUsing TouchPad gestures TappingScrolling Pinching/zoomingRotating select models only Finger click select models onlyFlicking select models only Edge swipesRight-edge swipe Top-edge swipe Left-edge swipeRadiance backlight keyboard and proximity sensor Using the keyboard and mouse Using the keysUsing the action keys Icon Key DescriptionUsing Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys Shortcut Key DescriptionUsing the hot keys Function Hot key DescriptionManaging power Initiating Sleep and Hibernation Intel Rapid Start Technology select models onlyInitiating and exiting Sleep Setting password protection on wakeup Enabling and exiting user-initiated hibernationUsing the power meter and power settings Selecting a power plan Running on battery power Factory-sealed batteryFinding battery information Conserving battery powerUsing the AC adapter Identifying low battery levelsResolving a low battery level Running on external AC power Troubleshooting power problemsPage HP CoolSense select models only Shutting down turning off the computer Using a USB device Managing and sharing informationType Description Connecting a USB device Connecting a powered USB device Removing a USB deviceInserting and removing a digital storage card Using HP 3D DriveGuard select models only Using Disk DefragmenterMaintaining your computer Improving performanceUsing Disk Cleanup Updating programs and drivers Cleaning your computer Cleaning the display, sides, and coverCleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Traveling with or shipping your computer Using passwords Computer risk Security featureSecuring your computer and information Setting Windows passwords Setting Setup Utility Bios passwordsPassword Function Page Using Internet security software Settings FunctionTPM Embedded Security device select models only Installing software updates Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Installing Windows updatesSecuring your wireless network Using an optional security cable lockBacking up your software applications and information Using Setup Utility Bios and System Diagnostics Starting Setup Utility BiosUpdating the Bios Determining the Bios versionDownloading a Bios update Using System Diagnostics Backing up, restoring, and recovering Creating recovery media and backups Creating HP Recovery mediaCreating recovery media and backups Restore and recovery Using Windows Refresh for quick and easy recovery Remove everything and reinstall WindowsRecovering using HP Recovery Manager What you need to knowUsing HP Recovery media to recover Changing the computer boot orderRemoving the HP Recovery partition Specifications Input powerInput power Rating Operating environment Electrostatic Discharge Symbols/Numerics IndexJacks

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