HP Pavilion 15 B100 Sleekbook Manual

4.Slide the battery (3) from the middle to remove it from the computer.
NOTE:The battery release latch automatically returns to its original position. The battery lock will
remain in the unlocked position.
Installing a user-replaceable battery
To install the battery, follow these steps:
CAUTION:Do not slant the battery as you insert it.
1.Holding the battery in the middle, slide the battery (1) straight into the computer until the battery
release latch locks into place.
2.Reset the battery lock (2) to...

HP Support Assistant provides the following tools and information about the battery:
●Battery test
●Information on battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity
Conserving battery power
Tips for conserving battery power and maximizing battery life:
●Lower the brightness on the display.
●Select the Power saver setting in Power Options.
●Remove the user-replaceable battery from the computer when it is not being used or charged.
●Turn off wireless devices when you are not using them.
●Disconnect...

Resolving a low battery level when the computer cannot exit Hibernation
When the computer lacks sufficient power to exit Hibernation, follow these steps:
1.Replace the discharged user-replaceable battery with a charged battery, or connect the AC
adapter to the computer and to external power.
2.Exit Hibernation by pressing the power button.
Storing a user-replaceable battery
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to a battery, do not expose it to high temperatures for
extended periods of time.
If your...

●When writing information to a disc (select models only)
●When running Disk Defragmenter on computers with internal hard drives
●When performing a backup or recovery
When you connect the computer to external AC power:
●The battery begins to charge.
●The display brightness increases.
●The power meter icon on the Windows desktop changes appearance.
When you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur:
●The computer switches to battery power.
●The display brightness automatically decreases to...

When HP CoolSense is off, the position of the computer is not detected and the performance and fan
options remain at the factory setting. As a result, the surface temperature of the computer may be
higher than it would be with HP CoolSense on.
To turn CoolSense off or on, follow these steps:
▲From the Start screen, type cool, select Settings, and then select HP CoolSense.
HP CoolSense
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Refreshing your software content with Intel Smart
Connect Technology (select models only)
When the computer is in the Sleep state, Intel Smart Connect Technology periodically causes the
computer to exit Sleep. Smart Connect then updates the content for certain open applications and
reinitiates Sleep. As a result, your work is immediately available to you as soon as you exit Sleep. You
do not have to wait while updates are downloaded.
▲To enable this feature or manually adjust the settings, on the Start...

7 Managing and sharing information
Drives are digital storage devices that help you store, manage, share, and access information. Your
computer has an internal hard drive that stores your computers software and operating system, as well
as provides storage for all of your personal files. Some computers also have an optional optical drive
that allows you to read or write to a CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc (BD), to play and record audio and
video.
For added capacity or functionality, connect an external drive...

Connecting a USB device
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to a USB connector, use minimal force to connect the
device.
▲Connect the USB cable for the device to the USB port.
NOTE:The USB port on your computer may look slightly different from the illustration in this
section.
A sound indicates that the device has been detected.
NOTE:The first time you connect a USB device, a message displays on the Desktop and an icon
shows in the notification area letting you know that the device is recognized by the...

To disconnect an unpowered external device, stop the device, and then disconnect it from the
computer. To disconnect a powered external device, turn off the device, disconnect it from the
computer, and then unplug the AC power cord.
Using a USB device
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Inserting and removing a digital storage card
To insert a digital storage card:
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of damage to the digital card connectors, use minimal force to insert a
digital card.
1.Hold the card label-side up, with the connectors facing the computer.
2.Insert the card into the digital storage slot, and then press in on the card until it is firmly seated.
A sound indicates that the device has been detected.
To remove a digital storage card:
CAUTION:To reduce the risk of loss of data or an...