HP B5A04UAR#ABA 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 (3) 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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