Conserving Battery Power; Storing A User-Replaceable Battery; Disposing Of A User-Replaceable Battery; Replacing A User-Replaceable Battery - HP Elitebook 9480m User Manual

Conserving battery power

From the Start screen, type power, select Settings, and then select Power Options.
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Select low power-use settings through Power Options.
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Turn off wireless and LAN connections and exit modem applications when you are not using
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them.
Disconnect unused external devices that are not plugged into an external power source.
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Stop, disable, or remove any external memory cards that you are not using.
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Decrease screen brightness.
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Before you leave your work, initiate Sleep, or shut down the computer.
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Storing a user-replaceable battery

CAUTION:
extended periods of time.
If a computer will be unused and unplugged from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the
user-replaceable battery and store it separately.
To prolong the charge of a stored battery, place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTE: A stored battery should be checked every 6 months. If the capacity is less than 50 percent,
recharge the battery before returning it to storage.
Calibrate a battery before using it if it has been stored for one month or more.

Disposing of a user-replaceable battery

WARNING!
external contacts; do not dispose of in fire or water.
Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices
See the
guide, from the Start screen, type support, and then select the HP Support Assistant app. To
access battery information, select the HP Support Assistant app from the Start screen, and then
select Battery and performance.

Replacing a user-replaceable battery

Battery Check notifies you to replace the battery when an internal cell is not charging properly or
when the battery storage capacity has reached a weak condition. If the battery is possibly covered by
an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. A message refers you to the HP website for more
information about ordering a replacement battery.

Using external AC power

WARNING!
WARNING!
a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP.
NOTE: For information on connecting to AC power, see the
the computer box.
External AC power is supplied through an approved AC adapter or an optional docking or expansion
device.
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To reduce the risk of damage to a battery, do not expose it to high temperatures for
To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, or puncture; do not short
Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft.
To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer,
for proper battery disposal. To access this
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