HP FH554AT Power Management - Windows Vista
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- HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 1
Power Management User Guide - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 2
© Copyright 2007 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 FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 3
Product notice This user guide describes features that are common to most models. Some features may not be available on your computer. ENWW iii - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 4
iv Product notice ENWW - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 5
power is available 15 Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available 15 Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available 15 Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation ....... 15 Calibrating a battery ...16 Step 1: Fully charge the - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 6
Connecting the AC adapter ...23 Index ...24 vi ENWW - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 7
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 the computer is plugged into an external power source, the light - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 8
is in the Sleep state, press the button briefly to exit Sleep. ● When the computer is in Hibernation, press the button briefly to exit Hibernation. If the computer has stopped responding and Windows® shutdown procedures are ineffective, press and hold the power button for at least 5 seconds to - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 9
programs, including the operating 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 FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 10
to initiate Sleep after 15 minutes of inactivity when running on battery power and 30 minutes of inactivity when running on external power. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in Windows® Control Panel. With the computer on, you can initiate Sleep in any of the following - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 11
, or when the battery reaches a critical battery level. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. To screen where you stopped working. NOTE: If you have set a password to be required when the computer exits Hibernation, you must enter your Windows - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 12
and select an item from the list. Different battery meter icons indicate whether the computer is running on battery or external power. The icon also displays a message if the battery has reached a critical battery level. To hide or display the battery meter icon: 1. Right-click the taskbar, and then - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 13
of system settings that manages how the computer uses power. Power plans can help you conserve power or maximize performance. You can change power plan settings or create your own power plan. Viewing the current power plan ▲ Move the pointer over the battery meter icon in the notification area, at - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 14
Setting password protection on wakeup To set the computer to prompt for a password when the computer exits Sleep or Hibernation, follow these steps: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > System and Maintenance > Power Options. 2. In the left pane, click Require a password on wakeup. 3. - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 15
brightness, use the fn+f8 hotkey or reconnect the AC adapter. You can keep a battery in the computer or in storage, depending on how you work. Keeping the battery in the computer whenever the computer is plugged into AC power charges the battery and also protects your work in case of a power outage - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 16
● Information on calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to maximize battery life ● Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity To access Battery Information: ▲ Select Start > Help and Support > Learning Center > Battery Information. 10 Chapter 4 Using - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 17
. - or - View the estimated number of minutes of battery charge remaining in Windows Mobility Center: ▲ Click the battery meter icon, and then click Windows Mobility Center. - or - Select Start > Control Panel > Mobile PC > Windows Mobility Center. The time shown indicates the approximate running - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 18
or shut down the computer through Windows before removing the battery. To insert the battery: 1. Turn the computer upside down on a flat surface. 2. Insert the battery into the battery bay (1) until it is seated. The battery release latches (2) automatically lock the battery into place. To remove - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 19
not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft. The battery charges whenever the computer is plugged into external power through an AC adapter, an optional power adapter, an optional expansion product, or an optional docking device. The battery charges whether the computer is off or - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 20
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 level is not resolved - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 21
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 discharged - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 22
to calibrate a new battery. Step 1: Fully charge the battery WARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while you are onboard aircraft. To fully charge the battery: 1. Insert the battery into the computer. 2. Connect the computer to an AC adapter, optional power adapter, optional expansion product - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 23
do not turn off the computer. 2. Run the computer on battery power until the battery is discharged. The battery light begins to blink when the battery has discharged to a low battery level. When the battery is discharged, the battery light turns off and the computer shuts down. ENWW Calibrating - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 24
and maintain external power until the battery is fully recharged. When the battery is recharged, the battery light on 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 - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 25
battery power ● Select low power-use settings through Power Options in Windows Control Panel. ● Turn off wireless and local area network (LAN to adjust screen brightness as needed. ● If you leave your work, initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer. ENWW Conserving battery power 19 - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 26
of time. If a computer will be unused and unplugged from external power for more than 2 weeks, remove the battery and store it separately. To prolong the charge of a stored battery, place it in a cool, dry place. Calibrate a battery before using it if it has been stored for one month or more. 20 - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - 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 FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 28
the computer, a replacement AC adapter provided by HP, or a compatible AC adapter purchased from HP. ● Approved AC adapter ● Optional docking device or expansion product Connect the computer to external AC power under any of the following conditions: WARNING! Do not charge the computer battery while - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 29
. The grounding pin is an important safety feature. To connect the computer to external AC power: 1. Plug the AC adapter into the power connector (1) on the computer. 2. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter (2). 3. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet (3). ENWW Connecting - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 30
AC adapter, connecting 23 B battery calibrating 16 charging 13, 16 conserving power 19 disposing 21 inserting 12 low battery levels 14 recharging 18 removing 12 storing 20 battery light 1, 13, 14 battery power 9 battery release latch 12 battery temperature 20 button, power 1 C calibrating battery 16 - HP FH554AT | Power Management - Windows Vista - Page 31
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Power Management
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