HP 435816-001 manual Turn on the computer

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First-time setup

When the computer receives AC power, the battery begins to charge and the battery light (on the front of the computer) turns on. When the battery is fully charged, the battery light turns off.

Leave the computer connected to external power until the battery is fully charged and the battery light turns off.

✎A partially charged new battery can run the computer after software setup is complete, but battery charge displays will not be accurate until the new battery has been fully charged.

Step 3: Turn on the computer

To open the computer:

1.Slide the display release latch 1 to the right to release the display.

2.Raise the display 2.

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Contents Getting Started Page Contents Next steps Index Identifying required hardware First-time setupComponent Refer to Appendix B, Backup and recovery, for instructions Setting up the computerInsert the battery Connect the computer to external power Turn on the computer First-time setup Create recovery discs recommended Set up the softwareQuick tour Top components Front components Left-side components ComponentComponent Right-side componentsRear components Bottom components Wireless antennae select models only Protecting the computer from viruses Next stepsProtecting the computer Protecting your privacy Protecting the computer from power surgesProtecting your system files Using the computer safely Next steps Connecting to a computer network Locating and installing software Installing additional hardware and softwareIdentifying and installing hardware Select Start All Programs Software Setup Updating the software installed on the computerTurning off the computer correctly Finding the user guidesNext steps Troubleshooting resources TroubleshootingComputer is unable to start up Quick troubleshootingComputer screen is blank Computer is turned on but not responding Software is functioning abnormallyComputer is unusually warm Wlan connection is not working An external device is not workingHelp and Support Contacting technical support Choosing an ISP Connect to the Internet from your homeChoosing the type of Internet connection Using the New Connection WizardConnect to the Internet from your home Creating recovery discs Backup and recoveryBacking up your information When to back upBack up suggestions Backing up the entire hard drive Backing up specific files or foldersCreating recovery points Scheduling backups Performing a recovery from the recovery discs Performing a recoveryInitiating a recovery in Windows Performing a recovery from the hard driveOperating environment SpecificationsRated input power Index Index Regulatory, Safety and Envi ronmental Notices Index-4