Acer 5010 Series manual Charging the battery, Checking the battery level, Optimising battery life

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To remove a battery pack:

1Slide the battery release latch to release the battery.

2Pull the battery from the battery bay.

Charging the battery

To charge the battery, first make sure that it is correctly installed in the battery bay. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and connect to a mains power outlet. You can continue to operate your computer on AC power while your battery is charging. However, charging the battery with the computer turned off results in a significantly faster charge time.

Note: You are advised to charge the battery before retiring for the day. Charging the battery overnight before traveling enables you to start the next day with a fully charged battery.

Checking the battery level

The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on the taskbar to see the battery's present charge level.

Optimising battery life

Optimizing battery life helps you get the most out of battery operation, prolonging the charge/recharge cycle and improving recharging efficiency. You are advised to follow the suggestions set out below:

•Purchase an extra battery pack.

•Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for on-the-go use.

•Eject a PC Card if it is not being used, as it will continue to draw power (for selected model).

•Store the battery pack in a cool, dry place. The recommended temperature is 10°C to 30°C. Higher temperatures cause the battery to self-discharge faster.

•Excessive recharging decreases the battery life.

•Look after your AC adapter and battery.

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Contents Users Guide Extensa 5410/5010 SeriesPage Contents Using the system utilities Securing your computer Troubleshooting Turning the product off before cleaning Information for your safety and comfortSafety instructions Viii Using electrical powerProduct servicing Replacing the battery packTelephone line safety Additional safety informationOperating environment Medical devicesPotentially explosive environments VehiclesMercury advisory Emergency calls Disposal instructionsXiii Tips and information for comfortable useTaking care of your vision Finding your comfort zoneDeveloping good work habits First things first Basic care and tips for using your computerYour guides Turning your computer on and offTaking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your computerPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Taking care of your battery packCleaning and servicing Empowering Technology password Acer Empowering TechnologyAcer eNet Management Empowering Technology Using power plans Acer ePower ManagementTo create a new power plan To switch between power plansBattery status To delete a power planAcer ePresentation Management Acer eDataSecurity Management Acer eLock Management Empowering Technology Acer eRecovery Management Empowering Technology Acer eSettings Management Windows Mobility Center Empowering Technology Description Your Acer notebook tourFront view See Easy-launch buttons on page 28 for more Icon Description Closed front viewLeft view Right view Rear view Base view Specifications Extensa 5010 Series Extensa 5410 SeriesEnglish DVI-D port for selected models Acpi Function Description IndicatorsEasy-launch buttons Easy-launch button Default applicationTouchpad basics TouchpadFunction Left button Right Main touchpad Center Button Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad Using the keyboardKeyDescription Windows keysHotkeys Decreases the screen brightness US dollar sign Euro symbolSpecial keys Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive tray Using a computer security lockAudio Adjusting the volumeAcer GridVista dual-display compatible Using the system utilitiesLaunch Manager Select Tasks & Scans Norton Internet SecurityHow do I check for viruses? Image is not full-screen Frequently asked questionsNothing appears on the screen Keyboard does not respond No audio is heard from the computerInfrared port does not work Printer does not workWant to set up my location to use the internal modem Before you call Requesting serviceInternational Travelers Warranty ITW Maximizing the batterys life Battery packBattery pack characteristics Installing and removing the battery pack Optimising battery life Charging the batteryChecking the battery level Situation Recommended Action Battery-low warningAcer Arcade for selected models Display Settings Finding and playing contentSettings Arcade controls Audio SettingsNavigation controls Player controlsVirtual keyboard Background modeCinema Editing Pictures Slide Show settingsAlbum Playing a video file VideoSnapshot Editing videoAuthoring CD/DVDs MusicMake DVDs File type compatibility Acer Arcade Deluxe for selected models Remote control Remote control functions VideoMagician Starting Acer Arcade DeluxeDV Wizard DVDivineTaking your notebook PC with you Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around Preparing the computerWhat to take with you Taking the computer homeWhat to bring to meetings Special considerations Setting up a home officeTraveling with the computer What to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computerSecuring your computer Using a computer security lockUsing passwords Setting passwords Entering passwordsFax/data modem Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Fast Infrared FIR Built-in network featureIeee 1394 port Universal Serial Bus USBEjecting a PC Card PC Card slotInserting a PC Card Ejecting an ExpressCard ExpressCardInserting an ExpressCard Installing memory Boot sequence Bios utilityEnable disk-to-disk recovery PasswordRegion code Country or region Using softwarePlaying DVD movies Power management Create backup Acer eRecovery ManagementRestore and recovery Burn backup discTroubleshooting tips TroubleshootingError messages Error messages Corrective actionOperation conditions Regulations and safety noticesFCC notice Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Modem noticesRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens List of applicable countries TBREnglish Macrovision copyright protection notice Laser compliance statementLCD pixel statement Radio device regulatory notice General Article 3.1a Health and SafetyEuropean Union EU Article 3.1b EMCEnglish FCC RF safety requirement English Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity EN60950-12001 EN600652002 applied to models with TV function Acer Computer Shanghai LimitedLCD panel ergonomic specifications CD-ROM IndexEnglish