Acer 5210, 5620Z, 5610, 5220 manual Battery-low warning, Situation Recommended Action

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Battery-low warning

When using battery power pay attention to the Windows power meter.

Warning: Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery-low warning appears. Data will be lost if the battery to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down.

When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of action depends on your situation:

Situation

Recommended Action

 

 

The AC adapter and a power outlet are available.

1.Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to the mains power supply.

2.Save all necessary files.

3.Resume work.

Turn off the computer if you want to recharge the battery rapidly.

An extra fully charged battery pack is available.

1.Save all necessary files.

2.Close all applications.

3.Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer.

4.Replace the battery pack.

5.Turn on the computer and resume work.

The AC adapter or a power outlet is unavailable. You have no spare battery pack.

1.Save all necessary files.

2.Close all applications.

3.Shut down the operating system to turn off the computer.

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Contents Extensa 5620/5620Z/5610/5220/5210 Series Users GuidePage Safety instructions Information for your safety and comfortTurning the product off before cleaning Using electrical power Replacing the battery pack Product servicingAdditional safety information Telephone line safetyOperating environment Medical devicesVehicles Potentially explosive environmentsEmergency calls Disposal instructions Mercury advisoryTips and information for comfortable use Finding your comfort zone Taking care of your visionDeveloping good work habits 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 adapterCleaning and servicing Taking care of your battery packPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Contents Frequently asked questions Acer eRecovery Management AcerAcerEmpoweringTechnology Empowering Technology passwordAcer eNet Management Empowering Technology Acer ePower Management Using power plansTo create a new power plan To switch between power plansTo delete a power plan Battery statusAcer ePresentation Management Acer eDataSecurity Management for selected models Acer eLock Management Empowering Technology Acer eRecovery Management Empowering Technology Acer eSettings Management WindowsMobilityCenter for Widows Vista Only Front view Your Acer notebook tourDescription Indicators on page 24 for more details Closed front viewEasy-launch buttons on page 25 for more details Icon DescriptionLeft view Right view Rear viewBase view Specifications PlatformDimensions Power Interface Options Indicators Icon Function DescriptionIcon Easy-launch button Default application Easy-launch buttonsIcon Productivity key Default application Touchpad Touchpad basicsFunction Left Right Main touchpad Center button Button Using a computer security lock Ejecting the optical CD or DVD drive trayAdjusting the volume AudioUsing the keyboard Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock offLock keys and embedded numeric keypad Lock key DescriptionWindows keys KeyDescriptionHotkeys Hotkey Icon Function DescriptionSpecial keys Euro symbolUS dollar sign Using the system utilities Acer Bio-Protection for selected modelsNTI Shadow Acer GridVista dual-display compatible Launch Manager Norton Internet SecurityHow do I check for viruses? Select Tasks & ScansNothing appears on the screen Frequently asked questionsImage is not full-screen No audio is heard from the computer Keyboard does not respondInfrared port does not work Printer does not workWant to set up my location to use the internal modem International Travelers Warranty ITW Requesting serviceBefore you call Battery pack characteristics Battery packMaximizing the batterys life Installing and removing the battery pack Checking the battery level Charging the batteryOptimising battery life Battery-low warning Situation Recommended ActionDisconnecting from the desktop Taking your notebook PC with youMoving around Preparing the computerWhat to bring to meetings Taking the computer homeWhat to take with you Traveling with the computer Setting up a home officeSpecial considerations Traveling internationally with the computer What to bring with youUsing passwords Using a computer security lockSecuring your computer Entering passwords Setting passwordsConnectivity options Expanding through optionsFax/data modem Built-in network feature Fast Infrared FIRUniversal Serial Bus USB Ieee 1394 portInserting a PC Card PC Card slotEjecting a PC Card Inserting an ExpressCard ExpressCardEjecting an ExpressCard Boot sequence Bios utilityInstalling memory Enable disk-to-disk recovery PasswordUsing software Playing DVD moviesAcer eRecovery Management Create backupBurn backup disc Restore and recoveryError messages Troubleshooting tipsError messages Corrective action English FCC notice Regulations and safety noticesOperation conditions Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Modem noticesDeclaration of Conformity for EU countries TBR List of applicable countriesEnglish LCD pixel statement Laser compliance statementMacrovision copyright protection notice Article 3.1a Health and Safety Radio device regulatory notice GeneralEuropean Union EU Article 3.1b EMCEnglish FCC RF safety requirement English LCD panel ergonomic specifications Federal Communications Comission Declaration of Conformity Acer Computer Shanghai Limited EN60950-12001 EN600652002 applied to models with TV functionEnglish Index English
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5620, 5620Z, 5610, 5210, 5220 specifications

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