Acer Pro 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 (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 Pro SeriesPage Turning the product off before cleaning Information for your safety and comfortSafety instructions Using electrical power Product servicing Guidelines for safe battery usageOperating environment Replacing the battery packVehicles Medical devicesEmergency calls Potentially explosive environmentsMercury advisory Disposal instructionsTips and information for comfortable use Taking care of your vision Finding your comfort zoneDeveloping good work habits Xii Your guides How to RegisterFirst things first Product RegistrationTaking care of your computer Basic care and tips for using your computerTurning your computer on and off Taking care of your AC adapter Taking care of your battery packCleaning and servicing Please refer to Frequently asked questions onXvi Contents Securing your computer Index Page Acer eRecovery Management Acer eRecovery ManagementLaunching Acer eRecovery Management Icon Function Description IndicatorsFunction Left button Right Main touchpad Button TouchpadTouchpad basics with two-click buttons Using a computer security lock Lock key Description Using the keyboardDesired access Num Lock on Num Lock off Lock keys and embedded numeric keypadKey Windows keysKeyDescription ApplicationHotkey Icon Function Description HotkeysUS dollar sign Euro symbolSpecial keys only for certain models No audio is heard from the computer Frequently asked questionsNothing appears on the screen Printer does not work Keyboard does not respondBefore 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 warningPreparing the computer Disconnecting from the desktopTaking your notebook PC with you Moving aroundWhat 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 passwordsConnectivity options Built-in network featureExpanding through options Universal Serial Bus USB Bios utilityBoot sequence Enable disk-to-disk recoveryPassword Power managementError messages Corrective action Troubleshooting tipsError messages English Operation conditions Regulations and safety noticesFCC notice Declaration of Conformity for EU countries LCD pixel statementRadio device regulatory notice General Remarque à lintention des utilisateurs canadiensList of applicable countries FCC RF safety requirementEuropean Union EU English LCD panel ergonomic specifications §Q§μe Index