Power Sources - HP dv8000 - 403809-001 Notebook Laptop Keyboard Manual

The computer can run on internal or external AC power.
The following table indicates the best power source for
common tasks.
Task
Work in most software
applications
Charge or calibrate a battery
pack in the computer
Install or modify system
software or write to a CD
or DVD
Power

Power sources

Recommended Power Source
■ Charged battery pack in the computer
■ External power supplied through one of the
following devices:
❐ AC adapter
❐ Optional docking device
❐ Optional power adapter
External power supplied through
■ AC adapter
■ Optional docking device
■ Optional power adapter
External power supplied through
■ AC adapter
■ Optional docking device
■ Optional power adapter
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