HP Pavilion 17 F100 Notebook Pc Series Manual

Using the action keys
An action key performs an assigned function. The icon on each of the f1 through f4 keys, the f5 key
(select models only), and the f6 through f12 keys illustrates the assigned function for that key.
To use an action key function, press and hold the key.
The action key feature is enabled at the factory. You can disable this feature in Setup Utility (BIOS).
See 
Using Setup Utility (BIOS) and HP PC Hardware Diagnostics (UEFI) on page 59 for
instructions on opening Setup Utility (BIOS),...

Using Windows shortcut keys
Windows provides shortcuts so that you can perform actions quickly. Press the Windows key 
alone or in combination with a specific key to perform a designated action.
Using the hot keys
A hot key is a combination of the fn key and the esc key or the b key.
To use a hot key:
▲Briefly press the fn key, and then briefly press the second key of the combination.
Using the integrated numeric keypad
The computer includes an integrated numeric keypad, and it also supports an optional...

6 Managing power
Your computer can operate on either battery power or external power. When the computer is running
on battery power only and an AC power source is not available to charge the battery, it is important to
monitor and conserve the battery charge. Your computer supports an optimal power plan to manage
how your computer uses and conserves power so that computer performance is balanced with power
conservation.
Initiating Sleep and Hibernation
Microsoft® Windows has two power-saving states,...

Manually initiating and exiting Sleep
You can initiate Sleep in any of the following ways:
●Close the display.
●From the Start screen, point to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the screen to reveal the
charms. Click Settings, click the Power icon, and then click Sleep.
To exit Sleep:
●Briefly press the power button.
●If the display is closed, open the display.
●Press a key on the keyboard.
●Tap or swipe the TouchPad.
When the computer exits Sleep, the power lights turn on and your work returns to...

Using the power meter and power settings
The power meter is located on the Windows desktop. The power meter allows you to quickly access
power settings and view the remaining battery charge.
●To reveal the percentage of remaining battery charge and the current power plan, on the
Windows desktop, point over the power meter icon.
●To use Power Options, click the power meter icon and select an item from the list. From the
Start screen, you can also type power options, and then select Power Options....

3.Pivot the battery upward (3) and remove it from the computer (4).
Finding battery information
To monitor the status of your battery, or if the battery is no longer holding a charge, run Battery Check
in HP Support Assistant. To access battery information, from the Start screen, type support, select
the HP Support Assistant app, and then select Battery and performance.
HP Support Assistant provides the following tools and information about the battery:
●Battery test
●Information about battery types,...

●The power meter icon on the Windows desktop shows a low or critical battery notification.
NOTE:For additional information about the power meter, see Using the power meter and
power settings on page 43.
The computer takes the following actions for a critical battery level:
●If Hibernation is disabled and the computer is on or in the Sleep state, the computer remains
briefly in the Sleep state, and then shuts down and loses any unsaved information.
●If Hibernation is enabled and the computer is on or in...

possibly covered by an HP warranty, instructions include a warranty ID. A message refers you to the
HP website for more information about ordering a replacement battery.
Running on external AC power
For information about connecting to AC power, refer to the Setup Instructions poster provided in the
computer box.
The computer does not use battery power when the computer is connected to AC external power with
an approved AC adapter or an optional docking/expansion device.
WARNING!To reduce potential safety...

●If the power lights turn on, the AC adapter is working properly.
●If the power lights remain 
off, check the connection from the AC adapter to the computer
and the connection from the AC adapter to the AC outlet to be sure that the connections
are secure.
●If the connections are secure and the power lights remain 
off, the AC adapter is not
functioning and should be replaced.
Contact support for information about obtaining a replacement AC power adapter.
HP CoolSense (select models only)
HP CoolSense...

Although you can turn off the computer with the power button, the recommended procedure is to use
the Windows Shut down command:
NOTE:If the computer is in the Sleep state or in Hibernation, you must first exit Sleep or
Hibernation before shutdown is possible by briefly pressing the power button.
1.Save your work and close all open programs.
2.From the Start screen, point to the upper-right or lower-right corner of the screen to reveal the
charms.
3.Click Settings, click the Power icon, and then click...