HP 15.6-Inch C2N46UA#ABA manual Removing a user-replaceable battery, Finding battery information

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Removing 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 user-replaceable battery that is the sole power source for the computer can cause loss of information. To prevent loss of information, save your work or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery.

To remove the battery:

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

2.Slide the battery lock (1) to unlock the battery.

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

4.Slide the battery (3) from the middle to remove it from the computer.

NOTE: The battery release latch automatically returns to its original position. The battery lock will remain in the unlocked position.

Finding battery information

To monitor the status of your battery, or if the battery is no longer holding a charge, run Battery Check in HP Support Assistant. To access battery information, select the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen, and then select Battery and performance.

HP Support Assistant provides the following tools and information about the battery:

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

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

To access battery information, select the HP Support Assistant app on the Start screen, and then select Battery and performance.

Conserving battery power

Tips for conserving battery power and maximizing battery life:

●Lower the brightness on the display.

●Select the Power saver setting in Power Options

●Remove a user-replaceable battery from the computer when it is not being used or charged.

●Turn off wireless devices when you are not using them.

●Disconnect unused external devices that are not plugged into an external power source, such as an external hard drive connected to a USB port.

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Contents User Guide Product notice Software termsSafety warning notice Iv Safety warning notice Table of contents Enjoying entertainment features Using passwords Setting Windows passwords Vii Input power Operating environment Best practices Starting rightFun things to do Resource Contents More HP resourcesGetting to know your computer Finding your hardware and software informationLocating software Right sideLeft side Getting to know your computerRegulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices Display Top TouchPadLights Rapid Start Technology select models onlyButtons and speakers Keys Fn keyBottom Labels ComponentConnecting to a network Connecting to a wireless networkUsing the wireless controls Using the wireless buttonUsing a Wlan Using an Internet service providerConfiguring a wireless router Setting up a WlanProtecting your Wlan Using Bluetooth wireless devices select models only Connecting to a wired networkConnecting to a Wlan Connecting to a local area network LAN Using the webcam Enjoying entertainment featuresUsing audio Connecting an Hdmi device Using videoChecking the sound Configuring audio settings Managing your photo, audio, and video files Using the TouchPad Using TouchPad gesturesTapping ScrollingPinching/zooming Edge swipesRight-edge swipe Top-edge swipeUsing the keyboard and mouse Using the keysUsing the action keys Left-edge swipeUsing Microsoft Windows 8 shortcut keys Icon Key DescriptionUsing the integrated numeric keypad Using the hot keysShortcut Key Description Function Hot key DescriptionInitiating Sleep and Hibernation Managing powerIntel Rapid Start Technology select models only Initiating and exiting Sleep Setting password protection on wakeupEnabling and exiting user-initiated Hibernation Selecting a power plan Using the power meter and power settingsRunning on battery power Finding battery information Removing a user-replaceable batteryConserving battery power Identifying low battery levels Resolving a low battery levelStoring a user-replaceable battery Disposing of a user-replaceable batteryReplacing a user-replaceable battery Running on external AC powerTroubleshooting power problems HP CoolSense select models only Shutting down turning off the computerPage Using a USB device Connecting a USB deviceManaging and sharing information Type DescriptionInserting and removing a digital storage card Connecting a powered USB deviceRemoving a USB device Sharing data and drives and accessing software Select Open Network and Sharing Center Handling drives Maintaining your computerReplacing a hard drive Page Using HP 3D DriveGuard select models only Using Disk Cleanup Using Disk DefragmenterImproving performance Adding or replacing memory modules Page Updating programs and drivers Cleaning your computer Cleaning the display, sides, and coverCleaning the TouchPad and keyboard Traveling with or shipping your computerPage Computer risk Security feature Using passwordsSecuring your computer and information Using Internet security software Setting Windows passwordsSetting Setup Utility Bios passwords Password FunctionInstalling software updates Using antivirus softwareUsing firewall software Installing Windows updatesUsing an optional security cable lock Securing your wireless networkBacking up your software applications and information Using Setup Utility Bios and System Diagnostics Starting Setup Utility BiosUpdating the Bios Determining the Bios versionUsing System Diagnostics Downloading a Bios updatePage Backing up, restoring, and recovering Creating recovery media and backupsCreating HP Recovery media 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 Removing the HP Recovery partitionChanging the computer boot order Input power SpecificationsOperating environment Electrostatic Discharge Bios IndexWlan LAN