Front
Component Description
(1)
Wireless light Turns the wireless feature on or off but does not
establish a wireless connection.
(2)
Power light
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On: The computer is on.
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Blinking: The computer is in the Sleep state.
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Off: The computer is off or in Hibernation.
(3)
AC adapter/Battery light
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Amber: The computer is connected to external
power and the battery is charged from 0 to 90
percent.
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White: The computer is connected to external
power and the battery is charged from 90 to 99
percent.
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Blinking amber: A battery that is the only available
power source has reached a low battery level.
When the battery reaches a critical battery level,
the battery light begins blinking rapidly.
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Off: The battery is fully charged.
(4)
Hard drive light
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Blinking white: The hard drive is being accessed.
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Amber: HP 3D DriveGuard has temporarily parked
the hard drive.
NOTE: For information on HP 3D DriveGuard,
see the HP Notebook Reference Guide.
(5)
Display release latch Opens the computer.
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