User Guide - Windows 7
3. Loosen 6 captive screws (1), and then lift the battery (2) to remove it.
To replace the battery, reverse these steps.
Conserving battery power
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Select low power-use settings through Power Options in Windows Control Panel.
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Turn o wireless and LAN connections and exit modem applications when you are not using them.
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Disconnect unused external devices that are not plugged into an external power source.
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Stop, disable, or remove any external memory cards that you are not using.
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Decrease screen brightness.
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Before you leave your work, initiate Sleep, or shut down the computer.
Disposing of a user-replaceable battery
WARNING! To reduce the risk of re or burns, do not disassemble, crush, or puncture; do not short external
contacts; do not dispose of in re or water.
See the Regulatory, Safety and Environmental Notices for proper battery disposal. To access the user guides,
select the Start > All Programs > HP Help and Support > HP Documentation.
Replacing a battery
HP Battery Check noties you to replace the battery when an internal cell is not charging properly or when the
battery storage capacity has reached a weak condition. If the battery is possibly covered by an HP warranty,
instructions include a warranty ID. A message refers you to the HP website for more information about
ordering a replacement battery.
Using external AC power
WARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft.
WARNING! To reduce potential safety issues, use only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a
replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP.
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