HP nx6115 - Notebook PC Manual
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- Page 1 Power Document Part Number: 383370-001 May 2005 This guide explains how the notebook uses power.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents Power Power Control and Light Locations ....1 Power Sources ........4 Standby and Hibernation . - Page 3 Managing Low-Battery Conditions ....28 Identifying Low-Battery Conditions ....28 Resolving Low-Battery Conditions .
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Page 4: Power
Power Power Control and Light Locations The following illustration and table identify and describe the power control and light locations. ✎ Your notebook may look slightly different from the illustrations in this section. Power... - Page 5 Component Description Display switch Puts the notebook in standby if the display is closed while the notebook is on. Power/standby lights* (2) Green: The notebook is on. Blinking green: The notebook is in standby mode. Off: The notebook is off or in hibernation.
- Page 6 Component Description Power/standby button When the notebook is ■ Off, press the button to turn on the notebook. ■ In standby, briefly press the button to exit standby. ■ In hibernation, briefly press the button to exit hibernation. If the notebook has stopped responding and Microsoft®...
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Page 7: Power Sources
Power Sources The notebook can run on internal or external AC power. The following table indicates the best power sources for common tasks. Task Recommended Power Source ■ Work in most software Charged battery pack in the notebook applications ■ External power supplied through one of the following devices: ❐... -
Page 8: Standby And Hibernation
Standby and Hibernation Standby and hibernation are energy-saving features that conserve power and reduce startup time. They can be initiated by you or by the system. For more information, refer to “Initiating Standby, Hibernation or Shutdown.” Standby Ä CAUTION: To avoid a complete battery discharge, do not leave your notebook in standby for extended periods. -
Page 9: Hibernation
Hibernation Ä CAUTION: If the configuration of the notebook is changed during hibernation, resuming from hibernation may not be possible. When the notebook is in hibernation: ■ Do not dock the notebook in or undock the notebook from a docking device. ■... -
Page 10: Initiating Standby, Hibernation Or Shutdown
Initiating Standby, Hibernation or Shutdown The following sections explain when to initiate standby or hibernation and when to shut down your notebook. ✎ You cannot initiate any type of networking communications or perform any computer functions while the notebook is in standby or hibernation. -
Page 11: Select Models Only
When Using Readable or Writable Drive Media (Select Models Only) Ä CAUTION: To prevent possible audio and video degradation, or loss of audio or video playback functionality, do not initiate standby or hibernation while reading or writing to a CD or DVD. To prevent loss of data, do not initiate standby or hibernation when writing to a CD or DVD. -
Page 12: Default Power Settings
Default Power Settings This section explains the default standby, hibernation, and shutdown procedures. For information about changing the function of some of the power features on your notebook, refer to “Power Options.” The controls and lights discussed in this section are illustrated in “Power Control and Light Locations.”... -
Page 13: Turning The Notebook Or Display On Or Off
Turning the Notebook or Display On or Off Task Procedure Result ■ Turn on the Press the power/standby button. The power/standby notebook. lights are turned on. ■ The operating system loads. ■ Shut down the Save your work and close all The power/standby notebook.* open applications. -
Page 14: Initiating Or Resuming From Standby
Initiating or Resuming from Standby Task Procedure Result ■ ■ Initiate standby. With the notebook on, The power/standby fn+f3 lights blink. press ■ ❐ The screen clears. In Windows XP Home, select Start > Turn Off Computer > Stand by. ❐... -
Page 15: Initiating Or Restoring From Hibernation
Initiating or Restoring from Hibernation Hibernation cannot be initiated unless it is enabled. Hibernation is enabled by default. To verify that hibernation remains enabled: » Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Hibernate tab. If hibernation is enabled, the Enable hibernation check box is selected. - Page 16 Task Procedure Result † ■ Restore from Press the power/standby button. The power/standby user-initiated or lights are turned on. system-initiated ■ Your work returns to hibernation. the screen. *Depending on your network connections, the Turn Off Computer button may be called the Shut Down button. †...
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Page 17: Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures
Using Emergency Shutdown Procedures Ä CAUTION: Emergency shutdown procedures result in the loss of unsaved data. If the notebook is unresponsive and you are unable to use normal Windows shutdown procedures, try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided: ■... -
Page 18: Power Options
Power Options You can change many default power settings in Windows Control Panel. For example, you can set an audio alert to warn you when the battery pack reaches a low-power condition, or you can change the default settings for the power/standby button. By default, when the notebook is on: ■... -
Page 19: Displaying The Power Meter Icon
Displaying the Power Meter Icon By default, the Power Meter icon appears in your notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. The icon changes shape to indicate whether the notebook is running on a battery pack or external power. To hide or show the Power Meter icon in the notification area: 1. -
Page 20: Setting Or Changing A Power Scheme
Setting or Changing a Power Scheme The Power Schemes tab in the Power Options Properties dialog box assigns power levels to system components. You can assign different schemes, depending on whether the notebook is running on a battery pack or on external power. You can also set a power scheme that initiates standby or turns off the display or hard drive after a time interval that you specify. -
Page 21: Processor Performance Controls (Select Models Only)
Processor Performance Controls (Select Models Only) On select notebook models, Windows XP supports software that enables you to control processor performance. The central processing unit (CPU) speed can be set for optimal performance or for optimal power conservation. For example, the software can be set to activate an automatic change in processor speed when the power source changes from external power to battery pack power, or when the notebook use changes between active and idle. - Page 22 After a power scheme has been set, no other intervention is required to control the performance of your notebook processor. The following table describes the processor performance on external and battery power for the available power schemes. Processor Processor Performance While on Performance While on Power Scheme External Power...
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Page 23: Battery Packs
Battery Packs When the notebook is connected to external AC power, the notebook runs on AC power. When a charged battery pack is in the notebook and the notebook is not connected to external power, the notebook runs on battery power. The notebook alternates between AC power and battery power according to the availability of an external AC power source. -
Page 24: Identifying Battery Packs
Identifying Battery Packs This notebook supports up to 2 battery packs: ■ One primary lithium-ion battery pack is included with the notebook. ■ The travel battery pack is an optional battery pack that can be attached to the bottom of the notebook. If the notebook will be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack and store it as described in... -
Page 25: Inserting Or Removing A Primary Battery Pack
Inserting or Removing a Primary Battery Pack Ä CAUTION: To prevent loss of work when removing a battery pack that is the sole power source, initiate hibernation or turn off the notebook before removing the battery pack. To insert a primary battery pack: 1. - Page 26 To remove a primary battery pack: 1. Turn the notebook upside down with the battery bay facing you. 2. Slide the right-hand battery pack release latch 1 to the right. 3. Slide and hold the left-hand battery pack release latch 2 to the right.
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Page 27: Charging Battery Packs
Charging Battery Packs Multiple battery packs in the system charge and discharge in a preset sequence: ■ Charge sequence: 1. Primary battery in the notebook battery bay 2. Optional travel battery ■ Discharge sequence: 1. Optional travel battery 2. Primary battery in the notebook battery bay While a battery pack is charging, the battery light on the notebook is amber. -
Page 28: Charging A New Battery Pack
Charging a New Battery Pack Fully charge the battery pack while the notebook is connected to external power through the AC adapter. A new battery pack that has been partially charged can run the notebook, but the battery charge indicators may be inaccurate. Charging an In-Use Battery Pack To prolong battery life and increase the accuracy of battery charge indicators:... -
Page 29: Monitoring The Charge Of A Battery Pack
Monitoring the Charge of a Battery Pack This section explains several ways to determine the amount of charge in your battery pack. Obtaining Accurate Charge Information To increase the accuracy of all battery charge indicators: ■ Allow a battery pack to discharge to about 10 percent of a full charge through normal use before charging it. -
Page 30: Interpreting Charge Indicators
Interpreting Charge Indicators Most charge indicators report battery status as both a percentage and as the number of minutes of charge remaining: ■ The percentage indicates the approximate amount of charge remaining in the battery pack. ■ The time indicates the approximate running time remaining on the battery pack if the battery pack continues to provide power at the current level. -
Page 31: Managing Low-Battery Conditions
Managing Low-Battery Conditions The information in this section describes the alerts and system responses set at the factory. Some low-battery condition alerts and system responses can be changed using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. Preferences set in the Power Options window do not affect lights. -
Page 32: Resolving Low-Battery Conditions
Resolving Low-Battery Conditions Ä CAUTION: To reduce the risk of data loss when the notebook reaches a critical low-battery condition and has initiated hibernation, do not restore power until the power/standby lights are turned off. When External Power Is Available To resolve a low-battery condition when external power is available, connect one of the following: ■... -
Page 33: When No Power Source Is Available
When No Power Source Is Available To resolve a low-battery condition when no power source is available: ■ Initiate hibernation. – or – ■ Save your work and shut down the notebook. When the Notebook Cannot Restore from Hibernation To resolve a low-battery condition when the notebook lacks the power to restore from hibernation: 1. -
Page 34: Calibrating A Battery Pack
Calibrating a Battery Pack When to Calibrate Even if a battery pack is heavily used, it should not be necessary to calibrate it more than once a month. It is not necessary to calibrate a new battery pack before first use. Calibrate the battery pack under the following conditions: ■... -
Page 35: Discharging The Battery Pack
Discharging the Battery Pack Before you begin a full discharge, disable hibernation. To disable hibernation: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Hibernate tab. 2. Clear the Enable hibernation check box 3. Click Apply. The notebook must remain on while the battery pack is being discharged. -
Page 36: Recharging The Battery Pack
To fully discharge a battery pack: 1. Right-click the Power Meter icon in the notification area (at the far right of the taskbar), and then click Adjust Power Properties. – or – Access the Power Schemes tab by selecting Start > Control Panel >... - Page 37 3. Access the Power Schemes tab by selecting Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Power Schemes tab. 4. Refer to the settings you made a note of earlier. Reenter the settings that you recorded for the items in the Plugged In column and the Running on Batteries column.
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Page 38: Conserving Battery Power
Conserving Battery Power Using the battery conservation procedures and settings described in this section extends the time that a battery pack can run the notebook from a single charge. Conserving Power As You Work To conserve power as you use the notebook: ■... -
Page 39: Selecting Power Conservation Settings
Selecting Power Conservation Settings To set the notebook to conserve power: ■ Select a short wait for the screen saver and select a screen saver with minimal graphics and motion. To access screen saver settings: Select Start > Control Panel > Appearance and Themes > Choose a screen saver. -
Page 40: Storing A Battery Pack
Storing a Battery Pack Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to a battery pack, do not expose it to high temperatures for extended periods of time. If a notebook will be unused and disconnected from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery pack and store it separately. -
Page 41: Disposing Of A Used Battery Pack
Disposing of a Used Battery Pack Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, or puncture a battery pack; short the external contacts on a battery pack; or dispose of a battery pack in fire or water. Do not expose a battery pack to temperatures above 60°C (140°F). - Page 42 Index conservation, power 35 critical low-battery condition battery charge information 26 battery light displaying charge status 24 default power settings 9 identifying 3 display switch, identifying 2 battery pack drive media 8 battery power vs. AC power 20 emergency shutdown calibrating 31 procedures 14 charging 24...
- Page 43 shutdown procedures 14 shutting down 10 lights, power/standby 2 software, Power Meter 15 low-battery condition 28 standby defined 5 notebook display, turning on initiating 11 or off 10 resuming from 11 switches operating system 10 display 2 optional power adapter 4 identifying 2 passwords, security 17 temperature, storage, battery...
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