Lenovo G565, G465 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 Lenovo G465/G565 Regulatory Notice Contents Page Top view Getting to know your computer„ G465 „ G565 Getting to know your computerEnergy Getting to know your computer IntegratedCamera Select Models only SpeakersRJ-45 port Left-side viewFan louvers VGA portRight-side view Optical driveFront view Bottom view Learning the basics „ Conncting to the power„ Configuring the operating system „ Reading the manuals„ Shutting down your computer Learning the basics„ Checking battery status „ Charging the battery„ Removing the battery pack „ Handling the batteryUsing the touchpad Using the keyboard „ Numeric keypad G465„ Function key combinations Learning the basics Connecting external devices „ Using memory cards not supplied„ Connecting a universal serial bus USB device „ Connecting a Bluetooth device Select models onlySpecial keys and buttons „ OneKey Rescue system button a„ Energy Management button b Select models only System status indicators Caps lock indicator G465 G565 Num lock indicator G465Securing your computer „ Using VeriFace„ Attaching a security lock not supplied „ Using passwords Connecting to the Internet Wired connection„ Hardware connection „ Software configurationConnecting to the Internet Wireless connection Wi-Fi WiMAXHardware connection OneKey Rescue system OneKey Rescue system„ Introduction OneKey Rescue system Troubleshooting Frequently asked questionsHow can I install the device drivers? Troubleshooting Display problemsSleep or hibernation problems Troubleshooting Password problemKeyboard problems Computer screen problems Puter does not workHard disk drive problem Troubleshooting Sound problemsBattery problems Startup problemTroubleshooting Other problems RespondReplacing the battery Appendix A. CRU instructionsAppendix A. CRU instructions Handling a hard disk driveAppendix A. CRU instructions Appendix A. CRU instructions Appendix A. CRU instructions Replacing memory Appendix A. CRU instructions Appendix A. CRU instructions Removing the optical drive Appendix A. CRU instructions Appendix B. Lenovo limited warranty „ What this warranty coversAppendix B. Lenovo limited warranty „ How to obtain warranty service„ What your service provider will do to correct problems „ Replacement of a product or part „ Your additional responsibilities„ What this warranty does not cover „ Use of personal information„ Limitation of liability „ European Economic Area EEA „ Dispute resolution„ Other rights Warranty information „ Types of warranty service Appendix B. Lenovo limited warranty Appendix C. Product specific Notices Energy star informationAppendix C. Product specific Notices WindowsElectronic emissions notices „ Federal Communications Commission FCC Statement„ German Class B Compliance Statement „ Industry Canada Class B Emission Compliance Statement„ Avis de conformité à la réglementation d’Industrie Canada Appendix C. Product specific Notices „ European Union Compliance Statement Class B Compliance System Appendix D. SpecificationsG465 G565 Form Factor PortsTrademarks Problems IndexIndex Page Do not Return IT to the Store New World. New Thinking.TM