Finding battery information in Help and Support

The Battery information section of the Help and Support Learning Center provides the following tools and information:

●Battery Check tool to test battery performance

●Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to maximize battery life

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

To access Battery information:

▲Select Start > Help and Support > Learning Center > HP Power and Battery Learning Center.

Using Battery Check

Battery Check, a part of the Total Care Advisor, provides information on the status of the battery installed in the computer.

To run Battery Check:

1.Connect the AC adapter to the computer.

NOTE: The computer must be connected to external power for Battery Check to function properly.

2.Select Start > Help and Support > Troubleshooting tools > Battery Check.

Battery Check examines the battery and its cells to see if they are functioning properly, and then reports the results of the examination.

Displaying the remaining battery charge

▲Move the pointer over the battery meter icon in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar.

Finding battery information in Help and Support

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