HP R4000, R4001XX, R4003XX, R4012US Storing a Battery Pack, Selecting Power Conservation Settings

Power

Selecting Power Conservation Settings

To set the notebook to use less power:

■Select a short wait for the screen saver and select a screen saver with minimal graphics and motion.

To select a screen saver and a screen saver wait time:

Select Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Display > Screen Saver tab, and then follow the instructions on the screen.

■Select or create a power scheme that minimizes power use. The preset power scheme that maximizes battery conservation is Max Battery.

For information about selecting or creating a power scheme, refer to “Setting or Changing a Power Scheme,” earlier in this chapter.

Storing a Battery Pack

ÄCAUTION: To prevent damage to a battery pack, do not expose it to high temperatures for extended periods of time.

If the notebook will be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove and store the battery pack.

High temperatures, which may be present in parked cars or some workplaces, accelerate the self-discharge rate of a stored battery pack. To prolong the charge of a stored battery pack, place it in a location that is cool and dry.

Calibrate a battery pack that has been stored for one month or more before using it. For instructions, refer to “Calibrating a Battery Pack,” earlier in this chapter.

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