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Power Document Part Number: 383370-001 May 2005 This guide explains how the notebook uses power. - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 2
Displaying the Power Meter Icon 16 Setting or Changing a Power Scheme 17 Using a Security Password 17 Processor Performance Controls (Select Models Only). . . 18 Battery Packs 20 Identifying Battery Packs 21 Inserting or Removing a Primary Battery Pack. . . . . . 22 Charging Battery Packs 24 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 3
Conditions 28 Resolving Low-Battery Conditions 29 Calibrating a Battery Pack 31 When to Calibrate 31 How to Calibrate 31 Conserving Battery Power 35 Conserving Power As You Work 35 Selecting Power Conservation Settings 36 Storing a Battery Pack 37 Disposing of a Used Battery Pack 38 Index - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 4
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 1 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 5
Component 1 Display switch 2 Power/standby lights* (2) Description Puts the notebook in standby if the display is closed while the notebook is on. Green: The notebook is on. Blinking green: The notebook is in standby mode. Off: The notebook is off or in hibernation. (Continued) 2 Power - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 6
has stopped responding and Microsoft® Windows® shutdown procedures cannot be used, press the power/standby button and hold for at least 5 seconds to turn off the notebook. Initiates standby. 5 Battery light Amber: A battery pack is charging. Green: A battery pack is close to full charge capacity - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 7
or DVD Recommended Power Source ■ Charged battery pack in the notebook ■ External power supplied through one of the following devices: ❐ AC adapter ❐ Optional docking device (select models only) ❐ Optional power adapter External power supplied through ■ AC adapter ■ Optional docking device (select - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 8
a complete battery discharge, do not leave your notebook in standby for extended periods. Connect the notebook to an external power source. Standby reduces power to system components that are not in use. When standby is initiated, your work is saved in random access memory (RAM) and the screen is - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 9
Media Slot card, a PC Card, or an ExpressCard (select models only). Hibernation saves your work to a hibernation file on the hard drive, and then shuts down the notebook. When you restore from hibernation, your work returns to the screen where you left off. If a power-on password has been set, the - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 10
when you resume from standby. Initiating hibernation clears the screen and saves your work to the hard drive. When the notebook is in hibernation, it uses much less power than when it is in standby. Shutting down the notebook and removing the battery pack is recommended to extend the life of the - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 11
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 You may need to restart the CD or DVD to resume audio and video playback. 8 Power - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 12
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 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 13
off. ■ Press the power/standby ■ The operating button and follow the system shuts down. on-screen directions (if ■ The notebook is displayed) for shutting down the notebook. turned off. - or - ■ Shut down the notebook through the operating system. ❐ In Windows XP Home, select Start > Turn - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 14
Computer > Stand by. ❐ In Windows XP Professional, select Start > Turn Off Computer > Stand by. (If Stand by is not displayed, press the down arrow, select Stand by from the list, and then click OK.)* ■ Close the notebook. ■ The power/standby lights blink. ■ The screen clears. Allow the system No - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 15
the system initiates hibernation hibernation ■ The screen clears. enabled). ■ After 30 minutes of notebook inactivity. ■ When the battery pack(s) reach a critical low-battery condition. Power settings and timeouts can be changed using Power Options in Windows Control Panel. (Continued) 12 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 16
turned on. ■ Your work returns to the screen. *Depending on your network connections, the Turn Off Computer button may be called the Shut Down button. †If the system initiated hibernation because of a critical low-battery condition, connect external power or insert a charged battery pack before you - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 17
normal Windows shutdown procedures, try the following emergency procedures in the sequence provided: ■ Press ctrl+alt+delete. Then, select Shut Down > Turn Off. ■ Press and hold the power/standby button for at least 5 seconds. ■ Disconnect the notebook from external power and remove the battery pack - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 18
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: ■ Pressing the fn - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 19
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. Right-click the Power Meter icon in the notification area, and then click Adjust - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 20
, 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. To set a power scheme: 1. Right-click the Power Meter icon in the notification - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 21
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 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 22
performance of your notebook processor. The following table describes the processor performance on external and battery power for the available power schemes. Power Scheme Home/Office Desk Portable/Laptop Presentation Always On Minimal Power Management Max Battery Processor Performance While on - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 23
on external AC power supplied through the AC adapter, the notebook switches to battery power if the AC adapter is disconnected from the notebook. You can leave a battery pack in the notebook or in storage, depending on how you work. Keeping a battery pack in the notebook enables the battery pack to - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 24
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 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 25
: 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. Turn the notebook upside down. 2. Slide the battery pack 1 into the battery bay until it is - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 26
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. 4. Slide the battery pack 3 out of the notebook. Power 23 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 27
notebook is connected to external power. External power can be supplied through the following: ■ AC adapter ■ Optional docking device (select models only) ■ Optional power adapter Å WARNING: To reduce potential safety issues, only the AC adapter provided with the computer, a replacement AC adapter - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 28
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 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 29
instructions, refer to "Calibrating a Battery Pack." Displaying Charge Information on the Screen This section explains how to access and interpret battery charge indicators. Viewing Charge Displays To view information about the status of any battery pack in the notebook: ■ Double-click the Power - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 30
packs by location: ■ Location 1 is the battery pack in the primary battery bay. ■ Location 2 is the optional travel battery pack. In some instances, a lightning bolt icon may be superimposed over a battery icon on the Power Meter screen. The icon indicates that the battery pack in that location is - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 31
the Power Options window do not affect lights. Identifying Low-Battery Conditions This section explains how to identify low and critical low-battery conditions. Low-Battery Condition When a battery pack that is the only power source for the notebook reaches a low-battery condition, the battery light - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 32
one of the following: ■ AC adapter ■ Optional power adapter When a Charged Battery Pack Is Available To resolve a low-battery condition when a charged battery pack is available: 1. Turn off the notebook or initiate hibernation. 2. Insert a charged battery pack. 3. Turn on the notebook. Power 29 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 33
- 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. Insert a charged battery pack or connect external power. 2. Restore from hibernation by pressing - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 34
but it will charge faster when the notebook is off. To charge the battery pack: 1. Insert the battery pack into the notebook. 2. Connect the notebook to an AC outlet, optional power adapter, or optional docking device (select models only). The battery light on the notebook is turned on. 3. Leave the - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 35
and have set energy-saving timeouts, expect the following performance from your system during the discharge process: ❏ The monitor will not turn off automatically. ❏ Hard drive speed will not decrease automatically while the notebook is idle. ❏ System-initiated standby will not occur. 32 Power - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 36
the Running on batteries column so that you can reset them after the calibration. 3. Set the 4 options to Never. 4. Select OK. 5. Disconnect the notebook from the external power source, but do not turn off the notebook. 6. Run the notebook on battery power until the battery pack is fully discharged - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 37
pack, reenable hibernation. Failure to reenable hibernation may result in a complete battery drain and potential data loss. To reenable hibernation, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Hibernate tab. Select the Enable hibernation check box, and - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 38
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: ■ Turn off wireless and local area network (LAN) connections and exit modem applications when - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 39
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. ■ Select a Power Scheme with low - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 40
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. To prolong the charge of a stored battery pack, place it in a cool, dry place. Use the following - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 41
the battery pack in general household waste. Follow the local laws and regulations in your area for computer battery pack disposal. In Europe, dispose of or recycle the battery packs by using the public collection system or by returning them to HP, your service partner, or their agents. 38 Power - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 42
22 storing 37 using 20 battery pack release latch 23 button, power/standby 3 C calibration, battery 31 charging battery packs 24 conservation, power 35 critical low-battery condition 28 D default power settings 9 display switch, identifying 2 drive media 8 E emergency shutdown procedures 14 - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 43
15 sources 4 Power Meter icon 16 power settings 9 power supply 7 power/standby button 3 power/standby light 2 processor performance controls 18 R readable media 8 release latch, battery pack 23 reset (emergency shutdown procedures) 14 S screen saver 36 security passwords 17 shutdown procedures - HP nx6115 | HP Compaq nx6115 Notebook PC and HP Compaq nx6125 Notebook PC - Powe - Page 44
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Power
Document Part Number: 383370-001
May 2005
This guide explains how the notebook uses power.