Acer 2020 Series manual Installing and removing the battery pack, To install a battery pack

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Operating on battery power

Follow these steps again until the battery has been charged and dis- charged three times.

Use this conditioning process for all new batteries, or if a battery hasn't been used for a long time. If the computer is to be stored for more than two weeks, you are advised to remove the battery pack from the unit.

Warning: Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 0°C (32°F) or above 60°C (140°F). Extreme temperatures may adversely affect the battery pack.

By following the battery conditioning process you condition your bat- tery to accept the maximum possible charge. Failure to follow this pro- cedure will prevent you from obtaining the maximum battery charge, and will also shorten the effective lifespan of the battery.

In addition, the useful lifespan of the battery is adversely affected by the following usage patterns:

Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted. If you want to use constant AC power, you are advised to remove the battery pack after it is fully charged.

Not discharging and recharging the battery to its extremes, as described above.

Frequent use; the more you use the battery, the faster it will reach the end of its effective life. A standard computer battery has a life span of about 500 charges.

Installing and removing the battery pack

Important! Before removing the battery from the unit, connect the AC adapter if you want to continue using your computer. Otherwise, turn off the computer first.

To install a battery pack

1Align the battery with the open battery bay; make sure that the end with the contacts will enter first, and that the top surface of the battery is facing up.

2Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery locks in place.

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Contents Acer Aspire 2020 Series Page Basic care and tips for using your computer First things firstYour guides Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your computer Taking care of your AC adapterTaking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingEnglish Contents Operating on battery power Peripherals and optionsMoving with your computer SoftwareTroubleshooting Appendix a Specifications Appendix B Notices IndexPage Your computer Page Tour of your computer Open view EnglishEnglish Front view Top view Left view Right view Rear view Bottom view Features Display Indicators English Keyboard Lock keysEmbedded numeric keypad Windows keys Shift +Function keys Fn + F3Euro key Touchpad Touchpad basicsEnglish Launch keys To eject an optical disc StorageEjecting an optical disc To load an optical disc Fax/data modem Connectivity optionsEthernet and LAN English Audio Aspire Media Console Security slot PasswordsSecuring your computer Battery power Page Battery pack Battery pack characteristicsMaximizing battery life Conditioning a new battery packInstalling and removing the battery pack To install a battery packCharging the battery Checking the battery levelOptimizing battery life To remove a battery packBattery-low warning Power management English Options Page External display devices External input devicesExternal keyboard External keypadUSB devices Ieee 1394 Port Printer Audio devicesTo insert a PC card Expansion devicesPC Card To remove a PC card Installing memory Key component upgradesMemory upgrade Hard disk upgrade Computer Page Disconnecting from the desktop Moving aroundPreparing the computer What to bring to short meetingsSetting up a home office Taking the computer homeWhat to bring with you Special considerationsTraveling with with computer What to take with youTraveling internationally with your computer Software Page System software Launch ManagerAspire Arcade CinemaAlbum MusicDTS Windows Arcade Arcade Hot keys Finding and playing content Advanced SettingsNavigation controls Player controlsDVD settings CinemaLanguage Album Slideshow settings Playing a video file Editing a video fileCopy backup your CD/DVD collection Audio create your own greatest hits CDsData store files simply and easily Video your world in picturesBios Setup Utility Troubleshooting Page Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenThere is no audio coming from my computer Want to set up my location to use the internal modem English Specifications Page Microprocessor Weight and dimensions Options English Appendix B This appendix lists the general notices for your computer Energy Star Guidelines Compliance FCC noticeModem notices Operation conditionsRemarque à l’intention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesTBR List of Applicable CountriesEnglish English Important safety instructions Laser compliance statement Radio Device Regulatory Notice LCD pixel statementMacrovision copyright protection notice General European Union EUFCC RF safety requirement Exposure of humans to RF fields RSS-102Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity 2004/3/5 Index 100