Storing A Battery - HP EliteBook 2740p User Manual

Disconnect external devices that are not plugged into an external power source, when you are not
using them.
Stop, disable, or remove any external media cards that you are not using.
Use the
If you leave your work, initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer.

Storing a battery

CAUTION:
of time.
If a computer will be unused and unplugged from external power for more than two weeks, remove the
battery and store it separately.
To prolong the charge of a stored battery, place it in a cool, dry place.
NOTE:
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 used battery
WARNING!
the external contacts on a battery; or dispose of a battery in fire or water. Do not expose a battery to
temperatures above 60˚C (140˚F). Replace the battery only with a battery approved for this computer.
Refer to the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices for battery disposal information.
Replacing the battery
Computer battery life varies, depending on the power management settings, programs running on the
computer, display brightness, external devices connected to the computer, and other factors.
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. A message refers you to the HP Web site
for more information about ordering a replacement battery. If the battery is possibly covered by an HP
warranty, instructions include a warranty ID.
NOTE:
a new battery when the storage capacity indicator turns green-yellow.
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fn+f9 and fn+f10 hotkeys to adjust screen brightness as needed.
To prevent damage to a battery, do not expose it to high temperatures for extended periods
A stored battery should be checked every six months. If the capacity is less than 50 percent,
To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, or puncture a battery; short
To ensure that you always have battery power when you need it, HP recommends purchasing