Caring for Your Battery
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In this Chapter
AC Adapter,
Battery Pack, 3-1
Low Battery Signals and Actions,
Maximizing Battery Operating Time,
CAUTION:
1.The AC adapter (model
2.The AC power cord supplied with your notebook is for use in the country where you purchased your notebook. If you plan to go overseas with the notebook, consult your dealer for the appropriate power cord.
NOTE: To ensure best performance of the battery, it is advised that you fully discharge and then recharge the battery before you use it for the first time.
This chapter shows you how to maintain and recharge your battery properly, and provides suggestions to increase the length time you are able to operate the notebook under battery power.
AC Adapter
The AC adapter serves as a converter from AC (Alternating Current) to DC (Direct Current) power because your notebook runs on DC power, but an electrical outlet usually provides AC power. It operates in the range of 100∼240V AC.
The battery pack automatically recharges while your notebook is connected to AC power.
Battery Pack
The battery pack supplies power to your notebook when external power is not available. It is rechargeable using the AC adapter.
Recharging the Battery Pack
To recharge the battery pack, connect the AC adapter to the notebook and an electrical outlet. It takes approximately 90 minutes to charge the battery pack to 80% capacity and one or two more hours to fully charge the battery pack.
During recharging, the Battery Status Indicator ( 
) on the notebook glows orange. You are advised to keep the notebook power off while the battery is being recharged. The battery is fully recharged when the Battery Status Indicator glows green.
Replacing the Battery Pack
If you often use the battery power for a long period of time while traveling, you may consider the purchase of an additional battery pack from your dealer, and keep it with you in fully charged state as a backup.
To replace the battery pack, follow these steps:
1.Make sure the notebook is not turned on or connected to AC power.
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