Resolving Low-Battery Conditions - HP COMPAQ 309971-002 Hardware Manual

Critical Low-Battery Condition
If a low-battery condition is not resolved, the notebook enters a
critical low-battery condition. In a critical low-battery condition:
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If Hibernation is enabled and the notebook is on or in
Standby, the notebook initiates Hibernation.
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If Hibernation is disabled and the notebook is on or in
Standby, the notebook remains in Standby until there is no
power, then shuts down and loses your unsaved work.
To verify that Hibernation is enabled, be sure that the Enable
Hibernate Support check box on the Hibernate tab is selected. To
access the tab:
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In Windows XP, select Start > Control Panel > Performance
and Maintenance > Power Options icon.
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In Windows 2000, select Start > Settings > Control Panel >
Power Options icon.

Resolving Low-Battery Conditions

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CAUTION: If the notebook has reached a critical low-battery condition
and has initiated Hibernation, do not press the power button until
Hibernation is complete. Hibernation is complete when the power light
turns off.
When External Power Is Available
To resolve a low-battery condition when external power is
available, select one of the following options:
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Connect the AC adapter.
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Plug an optional Automobile Power Adapter/Charger into the
notebook and into a vehicle cigarette lighter receptacle.
Hardware Guide
Battery Packs
3–17