128 HP Jornada 700 Series Handheld PC 
 
 
Do not mutilate, puncture, or dispose of batteries in fire. The 
batteries can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals. 
Replace batteries with only the types recommended in this 
User’s Guide. Discard used batteries according to the 
manufacturer’s instructions. 
Using the Power control panel 
Use the Power control panel to check the status of your main and 
backup batteries and to set options that can increase battery life. 
These include setting options for auto-suspend, power on, and 
setting controls to automatically dim or turn off the display. 
To open the Power control panel 
·   On the Start menu, point to Settings, tap Control Panel, 
and then double-tap the Power icon. 
–or– 
Double-tap the power status icon in the status area of the 
taskbar. 
 
The power status icon appears in the taskbar only under 
certain conditions, such as when battery power is low or when 
your HP Jornada is connected to external power and charging 
the main battery. 
Checking battery status 
The power area in the Power control panel indicates whether 
your HP Jornada is running on battery power or connected to ac 
power, and displays the status of both the main and backup 
batteries. In addition, the battery icon in the status area of the 
taskbar indicates whether the HP Jornada is operating on ac or 
battery power and displays the status of the main battery:  
Icon Indicates 
   
Running on ac power 
 
Main battery charging