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• The duration of the battery will depend on the computer usage. Using
• When using the computer for several hours with battery packs, enable
• When the battery has not been charged, your computer may not
Charging the Battery Pack
1.
Connect the AC adapter to the computer. While the battery is being charged,
the battery indicator lights orange.
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2.
When the battery is fully charged, the battery indicator turns green. Charging
time may vary according to the status of the computer.
• Battery indicator may turn off even while the battery pack is being
• The battery pack may not be installed correctly if the battery
• When the battery pack is hot (for example, after a long usage), it may
Checking the Battery Level
You can check the battery level by pointing to the battery or AC plug icon on the
taskbar, or double-clicking the icon to open the Power Meter dialog box. If the
battery is fully charged, remaining capacity level will not appear even if you point
the icon.
If you cannot see the battery or AC plug icon, follow the instructions below:
1.
In the Power Options Properties dialog box, select Advanced tab.
2.
Check Always show icon on the taskbar and click OK.
3.
Close Control Panel window.
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applications, which heavily use the optical drive or external
peripherals, will experience shorter battery life.
power management and set System hibernate. Refer to the Power
Management section in this chapter.
operate properly. Connect the AC power to charge the battery.
charged. This is because the battery pack is hot, and the charging
stops temporarily. When the battery becomes cool, the charging will
start and the battery indicator will turn on again.
indicator blinks orange. In this case, turn off the computer, remove
the AC adapter and the battery pack; then, install the battery pack
and connect the AC adapter again. If the battery indicator still blinks
orange, ask your local dealer for assistance.
take longer to fully charge the battery pack.
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