Power

7–16 Power
Battery packs
Selecting power conservation settings
To set the computer 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-power-use settings through
the operating system. For more information, refer to “Setting
or changing a power scheme.”
Storing a battery pack
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WARNING: To avoid potential safety issues, use only the battery pack
provided with the computer, a replacement battery pack provided by
HP, or a compatible battery pack purchased as an accessory from HP.
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CAUTION: To prevent damage to a battery pack, 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 pack and store it
separately.
To prolong the charge of a stored battery pack, place it in a cool,
dry place.
Calibrate a battery pack before using it if it has been stored for
one month or more.