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You can use your notebook on either battery or AC power. Your choice of power source depends on your preference and the availability of AC power.
When choosing your power source, consider the length of time you plan to use your notebook and the amount of charge in your battery.
The life of your battery charge will vary, depending on its age and type, your notebook power settings, and the applications you are using. For example, playing a DVD movie, which uses the display and the CD/DVD drive, uses substantially more power than working on a word processing file.
If you plan to frequently use the battery, read this chapter to learn about:
❂charging your battery
❂managing your battery consumption
❂recalibrating your battery
❂disposing of your battery
Your notebook uses a
To reduce the risk of fire and chemical burn when handling the battery pack:
❂Replace it using only the spare designated for this product.
❂Do not touch the connector leads on the battery case.
❂Do not disassemble, crush, or puncture the battery; short its external contacts; immerse it in water; or dispose of it in fire.
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