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Stop, disable, or remove any external media cards that you are not using.
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Before you leave your work, initiate Sleep or shut down the computer.
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Identifying low battery levels
When a battery that is the sole power source for the computer reaches a low or critical battery level, the
following behavior occurs:
The battery light (select products only) indicates a low or critical battery level.
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– or –
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The power meter icon
NOTE:
settings on page
The computer takes the following actions for a critical battery level:
If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains briefly in
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the Sleep state and then shuts down and loses any unsaved information.
If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer initiates
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Hibernation.
Resolving a low battery level
Resolving a low battery level when external power is available
Connect one of the following to the computer and to external power:
AC adapter
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Optional docking or expansion device
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Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP
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Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available
Save your work and shut down the computer.
Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation
1.
Replace a discharged user-replaceable battery (select products only) with a charged battery, or connect
the AC adapter to the computer and to external power.
2.
Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button.
Storing a user-replaceable battery
CAUTION:
periods of time.
If a computer will be unused and unplugged from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery
and store it separately in a cool, dry place to prolong the battery charge.
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.
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Chapter 6 Managing power
shows a low or critical battery notification.
For additional information about the power meter, see
30.
To reduce the risk of damage to a battery, do not expose it to high temperatures for extended
Using the power meter and power
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