Acer Aspire One AOD250 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 (50°F) to 30°C (86°F). 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 User Guide Aspire one SeriesPage Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructionsTurning the product off before cleaning Using electrical power Product servicing Guidelines for safe battery usageReplacing the battery pack Telephone line safety Additional safety information Operating environmentMedical devices Vehicles Potentially explosive environmentsEmergency calls Mercury advisory Disposal instructionsTips and information for comfortable use Taking 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 computerTaking care of your battery pack Cleaning and servicingPlease refer to Frequently asked questions on Xvi Contents Securing your computer Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery ManagementLaunching Acer eRecovery Management Function Description IndicatorsTouchpad Touchpad basics with two-click buttonsFunction Left button Right Main touchpad Button Using a computer security lock Desired access Num Lock on Num Lock off Using the keyboardLock keys and embedded numeric keypad Lock key DescriptionKeyDescription Windows keysApplication KeyHotkey Icon Function Description HotkeysEuro symbol Special keys only for certain modelsUS dollar sign Frequently asked questions Nothing appears on the screenNo audio is heard from the computer Printer does not work Keyboard does not respondRequesting service International Travelers Warranty ITWBefore you call Battery pack Battery pack characteristicsMaximizing the batterys life Installing and removing the battery pack Charging the battery Checking the battery levelOptimising battery life Situation Recommended Action Battery-low warningTaking your notebook PC with you Disconnecting from the desktopMoving around Preparing the computerTaking the computer home What to bring to meetingsWhat to take with you Setting up a home office Traveling with the computerSpecial considerations What to bring with you Traveling internationally with the computerUsing a computer security lock Using passwordsSecuring your computer Setting passwords Entering passwordsBuilt-in network feature Expanding through optionsConnectivity options Boot sequence Bios utilityEnable disk-to-disk recovery Universal Serial Bus USBPassword Power managementTroubleshooting tips Error messagesError messages Corrective action English Regulations and safety notices FCC noticeOperation conditions Radio device regulatory notice General LCD pixel statementRemarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiens Declaration of Conformity for EU countriesFCC RF safety requirement European Union EUList of applicable countries English LCD panel ergonomic specifications Index