Lenovo Z370, Z470, Z570 manual Checking battery status, Charging the battery

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Chapter 2. Learning the basics

Using AC adapter and battery ----------------------------------------------------------

Checking battery status

You can determine the percentage of battery power remaining by checking the battery icon in the notification area.

Note: As each computer user has different habits and needs, it is difficult to predict how long a battery charge will last. There are two main factors:

•The amount of energy stored in the battery when you commence work.

•The way you use your computer: for example, how often you access the hard disk drive and how bright you make the computer display.

Charging the battery

When you find that the battery power is low, you need to charge the battery or replace it with a fully charged one.

You need to charge the battery in any of the following situations:

•When you purchase a new battery

•If the battery status indicator starts blinking

•If the battery has not been used for a long time

Notes:

•You are advised to insert the battery pack when using your computer to prevent small particles from entering the inside of your computer.

•To increase the life of the battery pack, the computer does not start recharging the battery immediately after it drops from fully charged.

•Charge the battery at a temperature between 50 °F and 86 °F (10 °C-30 °C).

•Full charge or discharge is not required.

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Contents IdeaPad Z370/Z470/ Z570 Regulatory Notice First Edition December Copyright Lenovo Contents Page Getting to know your computer Z370/Z470Top view „ Z570 Getting to know your computerGetting to know your computer Integrated Camera Wireless module antennas Computer displaySpeakers Power button OneKey Rescue system button Thermal management button„ Z370/Z470 Left-side viewESATA/USB Getting to know your computer Combo port USB port„ Z370 „ Z470 „ Z570 Right-side viewOptical drive Getting to know your computer USB port Front view „ Z370 Bottom viewC d Battery pack Learning the basics „ Connecting to the power„ Configuring the operating system „ Reading the manuals„ Shutting down your computer Putting your computer into sleep stateLearning the basics „ Checking battery status „ Charging the battery„ Removing the battery pack „ Handling the batteryUsing the touchpad Using the keyboard „ Numeric keypad Z370/Z470Z570 „ Function key combinations Learning the basics „ Using memory cards not supplied Inserting a memory cardRemoving a memory card „ Connecting USB devices „ Connecting Bluetooth enabled devices on select models Enabling Bluetooth communications on your computer„ Volume buttons b~d „ OneKey Rescue system button aSpecial keys and buttons „ OneKey Theater button e Efficient thermal dissipation mode Standard modeSuper silent mode „ Thermal management button fPerforming dust cleaning System status indicators Page „ Using VeriFace „ Attaching a security lock not suppliedSecuring your computer „ Using passwords Enabling Nvidia Optimus on select modelsConnecting to the Internet Wired connection„ Software configuration Connecting to the Internet„ Hardware connection Wireless connection Wi-Fi WiMAXSoftware configuration Hardware connectionOneKey Rescue system „ IntroductionOneKey Rescue system „ Creating a recovery discs OneKey Rescue systemOneKey Rescue system Troubleshooting Frequently asked questionsWhere can I find warranty information? Troubleshooting Display problemsTroubleshooting Password problems Keyboard problemsSleep or hibernation problems Computer screen problems Puter does not workHard disk drive problem Troubleshooting Sound problemsBattery problems Startup problemTroubleshooting Other problems RespondReplacing the battery pack Appendix A. CRU instructionsAppendix A. CRU instructions Replacing the hard disk drive Handling a hard disk driveZ370 Appendix A. CRU instructions Appendix A. CRU instructions Z470/Z570 Z570 Pull the tab in the direction shown by arrow d Take out the hard disk drive secured in a metal frame e Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing memory Appendix A. CRU instructions Appendix A. CRU instructions Removing the optical drive Setup Poster User Guide Trademarks Page New World. New Thinking.TM