Testing an ac adapter – HP 15-d099nr TouchSmart Notebook PC User Manual

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Testing an AC adapter

Test the AC adapter if the computer exhibits any of the following symptoms when it is connected to

AC power:

The computer does not turn on.

The display does not turn on.

The power 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.

If the power lights turn

on, the AC adapter is functioning 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 make sure 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 on obtaining a replacement AC power adapter.

24 Chapter 5 Managing power

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