HP Expands Laptop Battery Recall
Hewlett-Packard has expanded a worldwide recall of lithium ion batteries in some HP and Compaq notebooks to include an additional 54,000 units.
The batteries, made in China, can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
notebook service tag
HP originally recalled 70,000 batteries in May 2009, following two separate reports of batteries that "overheated and ruptured, resulting in flames/fire that caused minor property damage" but no injuries.
Since then, HP has received 38 additional reports of batteries that overheated and ruptured, resulting in 11 instances of minor injury and 31 instances of minor property damage, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The recall affects models manufactured between August 2007 and March 2008 and sold at computer and electronics stores nationwide, as well as online at hp.com and hpshopping.com. To reduce the likelihood of problems, HP suggests consumers stop using their battery pack immediately until they've determined whether it's among those affected by the recall.
Consumers with recalled batteries will receive a free replacement. For additional information, visit the HP Battery Replacement Program Web site or call 888-202-4320 between 5 a.m. and 5 p.m. PDT Monday through Friday.
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Monday, May 24, 2010
HP Expands Laptop Battery Recall
Hewlett-Packard has expanded a worldwide recall of lithium ion batteries in some HP and Compaq notebooks to include an additional 54,000 units.
The batteries, made in China, can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
notebook service tag
HP originally recalled 70,000 batteries in May 2009, following two separate reports of batteries that "overheated and ruptured, resulting in flames/fire that caused minor property damage" but no injuries.
Since then, HP has received 38 additional reports of batteries that overheated and ruptured, resulting in 11 instances of minor injury and 31 instances of minor property damage, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The recall affects models manufactured between August 2007 and March 2008 and sold at computer and electronics stores nationwide, as well as online at hp.com and hpshopping.com. To reduce the likelihood of problems, HP suggests consumers stop using their battery pack immediately until they've determined whether it's among those affected by the recall.
Consumers with recalled batteries will receive a free replacement. For additional information, visit the HP Battery Replacement Program Web site or call 888-202-4320 between 5 a.m. and 5 p.m. PDT Monday through Friday.
We specialize in providing the computer and network support that is critical for small and medium-sized businesses to succeed in today's world. As your Part-Time IT Department, Geeks On Call delivers on-demand, on-site computer and network services that are convenient and reliable. Our commitment to world-class customer service has made us the most respected on-site computer repair and support provider in the nation.
We look forward to becoming your trusted advisor for all your technology needs. Visit us online at www.geeksoncall.com or call us at 1-800-905-GEEK. (1-800-905-4335)
The batteries, made in China, can overheat, posing a fire and burn hazard to consumers.
notebook service tag
HP originally recalled 70,000 batteries in May 2009, following two separate reports of batteries that "overheated and ruptured, resulting in flames/fire that caused minor property damage" but no injuries.
Since then, HP has received 38 additional reports of batteries that overheated and ruptured, resulting in 11 instances of minor injury and 31 instances of minor property damage, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
The recall affects models manufactured between August 2007 and March 2008 and sold at computer and electronics stores nationwide, as well as online at hp.com and hpshopping.com. To reduce the likelihood of problems, HP suggests consumers stop using their battery pack immediately until they've determined whether it's among those affected by the recall.
Consumers with recalled batteries will receive a free replacement. For additional information, visit the HP Battery Replacement Program Web site or call 888-202-4320 between 5 a.m. and 5 p.m. PDT Monday through Friday.
We specialize in providing the computer and network support that is critical for small and medium-sized businesses to succeed in today's world. As your Part-Time IT Department, Geeks On Call delivers on-demand, on-site computer and network services that are convenient and reliable. Our commitment to world-class customer service has made us the most respected on-site computer repair and support provider in the nation.
We look forward to becoming your trusted advisor for all your technology needs. Visit us online at www.geeksoncall.com or call us at 1-800-905-GEEK. (1-800-905-4335)
Friday, May 21, 2010
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* Offer applies to visits of a minimum of one hour. Participating franchises only. Call for full details.
Call us today for all of your computer repair and service needs. We are the nation's premier on-site computer repair service provider for your home and business.
We look forward to becoming your trusted advisor for all your technology needs. Call us at 1-800-905-GEEK. (1-800-905-4335)
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Monday, April 12, 2010
Important Parental Control Google Feature, Safe Search
The SafeSearch setting you select on the Search settings page applies to anyone using the same Web browser and computer as you. If you have a Google Account, you can lock the setting so that other users of the computer don't change it.
Watch the video below to learn more about locking SafeSearch.
You can tell at a glance if the lock is engaged
When the SafeSearch lock is on, the top of the search results page looks different in two ways: 'SafeSearch is locked' is displayed below the search box, and the colored balls appear on the right. The results page is designed to look different enough that you can immediately tell whether the lock is on or off -- even from across the room.
Results page when locked
Follow these steps to lock SafeSearch:
1. Visit the Search settings page.
2. Click Lock SafeSearch below the filter levels.
3. If you're not signed in to your Google Account, you'll be prompted to sign in.
(Don't have a Google Account? You can create one.)
4. Once you're signed in, click Lock SafeSearch. This step takes a moment,
because strict filtering is being applied to all Google domains.
5. You'll see a confirmation page once the lock is engaged.
Tips about browsers and settings
* If you have more than one browser on your computer,
you need to set the lock on each one individually.
* If your computer has more than one user profile (for example, a family
computer), you need to set the lock on each appropriate profile.
* Make sure your browser is set to allow cookies.
Using Safari? You may need to change the default setting and enable third-party cookies for the lock to work.
Watch the video below to learn more about locking SafeSearch.
You can tell at a glance if the lock is engaged
When the SafeSearch lock is on, the top of the search results page looks different in two ways: 'SafeSearch is locked' is displayed below the search box, and the colored balls appear on the right. The results page is designed to look different enough that you can immediately tell whether the lock is on or off -- even from across the room.
Results page when locked
Follow these steps to lock SafeSearch:
1. Visit the Search settings page.
2. Click Lock SafeSearch below the filter levels.
3. If you're not signed in to your Google Account, you'll be prompted to sign in.
(Don't have a Google Account? You can create one.)
4. Once you're signed in, click Lock SafeSearch. This step takes a moment,
because strict filtering is being applied to all Google domains.
5. You'll see a confirmation page once the lock is engaged.
Tips about browsers and settings
* If you have more than one browser on your computer,
you need to set the lock on each one individually.
* If your computer has more than one user profile (for example, a family
computer), you need to set the lock on each appropriate profile.
* Make sure your browser is set to allow cookies.
Using Safari? You may need to change the default setting and enable third-party cookies for the lock to work.
Thursday, March 4, 2010
Expert Explains Webcam Spying Software
An expert from Geeks on Call explains how software used to turn on your webcam into a spying device.
NBC Philadelphia - Tracy Davidson
NBC Philadelphia - Tracy Davidson
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