Power sources
Power
2–3
To connect the computer to external AC power:
1. Plug the AC adapter into the power connector
1
on the left
side of the computer.
2. Plug the power cord into the AC adapter
2
.
3. Plug the other end of the power cord into an AC outlet
3
.
Depending on the AC adapter connected, one of the following
pop-up messages may be displayed after turning on the computer:
■
“Smart AC adapter power output is too low for this
computer.” Clicking the message will display the following
additional information:
“The output power of the HP Smart AC Adapter connected
to your computer is insufficient. Please connect a higher
capacity adapter.”
■
“For full performance, connect a higher capacity AC
adapter.” Clicking the message will display the following
additional information:
“The HP Smart AC Adapter connected will power the
computer, but at reduced performance. Please connect a
higher capacity adapter for full performance.”
