HP 250 G2 Notebook PC - Manual (Page 52)

Finding battery information
Help and Support provides the following tools and information about the battery:
● Battery Check tool in Help and Support to test battery performance
● Information about calibration, power management, and proper care and storage to maximize
battery life
● Information about battery types, specifications, life cycles, and capacity
To access battery information, select Start > Help and Support > Learn > Power Plans:
Frequently Asked Questions.
Conserving battery power
Use the following 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 battery from the computer when it is not being used or charged.
● Turn off wireless devices when you are not using them.
● Disconnect unused external devices that are not plugged into an external power source, such as
an external hard drive connected to a USB port.
● Stop, disable, or remove any external memory cards that you are not using.
● Before you leave your computer, initiate Sleep or Hibernation, or shut down the computer.
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