When you connect the computer to external AC power, the following events occur:
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The battery begins to charge.
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If the
computer is turned on, the power meter icon in the notification area changes appearance.
When you disconnect external AC power, the following events occur:
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The computer switches to battery power.
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The display brightness is automatically decreased to save battery life.
Testing an AC adapter
Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected to
AC power:
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The computer does not turn on.
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The display does not turn on.
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The po
wer lights are off.
To test the AC adapter:
1. Shut down the computer.
2. Remove the battery from the computer.
3. Connect the AC adapter to the computer, and then plug it into an AC outlet.
4. Turn on the computer.
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If the power lights turn on, the AC adapter is working properly.
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If
the power lights remain off, the AC adapter is not functioning and should be replaced.
Contact HP Customer Support for information on
obtaining a replacement AC power adapter.
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