HP 2730p Power Management - Windows XP
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- HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 1
Power Management User Guide - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 2
© Copyright 2008 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. Windows is a U.S. registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 3
Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. iii - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 4
iv Product notice - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 5
Setting password protection upon exiting Standby 7 3 Using external AC power Connecting the AC adapter ...9 Testing an AC adapter ...10 4 Using battery power Using the charge level indicator ...12 Displaying the remaining battery charge 13 Inserting or removing the battery ...14 Charging a battery - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 6
5 Shutting down the computer Index ...23 vi - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 7
Standby. ● Amber: A battery is charging. ● Turquoise: A battery is close to full charge capacity. ● Blinking amber: A battery that is the only available power source has reached a low battery level. When the battery reaches a critical battery level, the battery begins blinking rapidly. ● Off: If - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 8
Component (4) Power light (5) Power switch Description ● On: The computer is on. ● Blinking: The computer is in Standby. ● Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation. ● When the computer is off, slide the switch to the right to - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 9
is initiated, the power lights blink and the screen clears. Your battery reaches a critical battery level while in Standby, the computer initiates Hibernation. When Hibernation is initiated, your work is saved to a hibernation file on the hard drive : When HP 3D DriveGuard has parked a drive, the - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 10
your Windows password before your work will return to the screen. Initiating and exiting Hibernation The system is set at the factory to initiate Hibernation after 30 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. NOTE: The system will not - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 11
in the notification area, at the far right of the taskbar. The Power Meter allows you to quickly access power settings and view the remaining battery charge. ● To access Power Options, right-click the Power Meter icon and select Adjust Power Properties. ● To display the percentage of remaining - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 12
of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. Power schemes can help you conserve power and maximize computer performance. The following power schemes are available: ● Portable/Laptop (recommended) ● Home/Office Desk ● Presentation ● Always On ● Minimal Power Management ● Max Battery - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 13
set the computer to prompt for a password when the computer exits Standby, follow these steps: 1. Right-click the Power Meter icon in the notification area, and then click Adjust Power Properties. 2. Click the Advanced tab. 3. Select the Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby check - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 14
with the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. ● Approved AC adapter ● Optional docking device Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the following conditions: WARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 15
Connecting the AC adapter WARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: Plug the power cord into an AC outlet that is easily accessible at all times. Disconnect power from the computer by unplugging the power cord from the AC outlet (not by unplugging the power cord from - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 16
to the AC adapter and external power. To test the AC adapter: 1. Remove the battery from the computer. 2. Connect the AC adapter to the computer and an AC outlet and should be replaced. Contact HP technical support for information on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter. 10 Chapter 3 Using - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 17
, use only the battery provided with the computer, a replacement battery provided by HP, or a compatible battery purchased from HP. Computer battery life varies, depending on power management settings, programs running on the computer, display brightness, external devices connected to the computer - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 18
Using the charge level indicator To use the charge level indicator: ▲ Press the charge level indicator button (1). The charge level indicator (2) turns on, displaying the approximate remaining battery charge. 12 Chapter 4 Using battery power - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 19
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. ● The time indicates the approximate running time remaining on the battery if the battery continues to provide power at the current level. For - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 20
: 1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. 2. Align the tabs (1) on the battery with the notches on the battery bay. 3. Press the battery (2) into the battery bay until the battery clicks into place. To remove the battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. 2. Slide the - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 21
adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device. The battery charges whether the computer is off or in use, but it charges faster when the computer is off. Charging may take longer if a battery is new, has been unused for 2 weeks or more, or is much - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 22
system responses can be changed using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. Preferences set using Power Options do not affect lights. Identifying low battery levels When a battery that is the sole power source for the computer reaches a low battery level, the battery light blinks. If a low battery - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 23
level when external power is available ▲ Connect one of the following devices: ● AC adapter ● Optional expansion product or docking device ● Optional power adapter Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 1. Turn off the computer or initiate Hibernation. 2. Remove the - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 24
docking device, and then plug the adapter or device into external power. The battery light on the computer turns on. 3. Leave the computer plugged into external power until the battery is fully charged. The battery the Running on batteries and Plugged in columns so that you can reset them after the - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 25
during the discharge process: ◦ The monitor will not turn off automatically. ◦ Hard drive speed will not decrease automatically when the computer is idle. ◦ System-initiated Hibernation will not occur. To discharge a battery: 1. Unplug the computer from its external power source, but do not turn - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 26
the computer turns off. You can use the computer while the battery is recharging, but the battery will charge faster if the computer is off. 2. If the computer is off, turn it on when the battery is fully charged and the battery light has turned off. Step 5: Reenable Hibernation and Standby CAUTION - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 27
fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, or puncture a battery; short the external contacts on a battery; or dispose of a battery in fire or water. Do not expose a battery to temperatures above 60˚C (140˚F). Replace the battery only with a battery approved for this computer. Refer to the Regulatory - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 28
system, and then turns off the display and computer. Shut down the computer under any of the following conditions: ● When you need to replace the battery or access components inside the computer ● When you are connecting an external hardware device that does not - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 29
light 1, 15, 16 battery power 11 battery release latch 14 battery temperature 21 C calibrating battery 18 charge level indicator 12 charging batteries 15, 18 connection, external power 9 conservation, power 21 critical battery level 16 D display switch, identifying 1 drive media 3 F fn+f3 key - HP 2730p | Power Management - Windows XP - Page 30
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Power Management
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