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Resolving a low battery level, Calibrating a battery, Storing a battery – HP TouchSmart tm2-1010ee Notebook PC User Manual

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Resolving a low battery level

CAUTION:

To reduce the risk of losing information when the computer reaches a critical battery level

and has initiated Hibernation, do not restore power until the power light turns off.

Resolving a low battery level when external power is available

Connect one of the following devices:

AC adapter

Optional power adapter purchased as an accessory from HP

Resolving a low battery level when a charged battery is available

1.

Turn off the computer or initiate Hibernation.

2.

Remove the discharged battery, and then insert a charged battery.

3.

Turn on the computer.

Resolving a low battery level when no power source is available

Initiate Hibernation.

– or –

Save your work and shut down the computer.

Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation

When the computer lacks sufficient power to exit Hibernation, follow these steps:

1.

Insert a charged battery or plug the computer into external power.

2.

Exit Hibernation by sliding the power switch.

Calibrating a battery

To maximize battery performance, you should calibrate a battery under the following conditions:

When battery charge displays seem inaccurate

When you observe a significant change in battery run time

Even if a battery is heavily used, it should not need to be calibrated more than once a month. It is also
not necessary to calibrate a new battery.

To calibrate a battery and for additional information, select Start > Help and Support.

Storing a battery

CAUTION:

To prevent damage to a battery, do not expose it to high temperatures for extended periods

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.

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Chapter 5 Power management