Presario 1800/1800T Series
Models: XL280, XL380, XL381,
and XL390
Conditioning a Battery Pack
ÄCAUTION: To avoid losing data, Make sure that all information is saved before completely discharging a battery pack.
To condition a battery pack, complete the following steps:
1.Plug in the AC adapter and allow the battery to charge until the fast charge arrow on the status display disappears. The battery gauge may read 100% for a period of time before the arrow disappears.
Note: Do not unplug the AC adapter until the arrow disappears.
2.Unplug the AC adapter and allow the battery to drain until the Notebook enters Hibernation mode. The Notebook can be used normally during this process.
Note: If the AC adapter is connected while the battery is draining, the process must be repeated beginning with step 1.
The battery is now reconditioned. Plug in the AC adapter and begin using the Notebook. The table below shows typical battery charging times.
| Charge Time | |
Battery Pack | ||
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Computer On Line
Computer Off Line
4.75hours
3.00hours
Disposing of a Used Battery Pack
In the interests of safeguarding our environment, Compaq Computer Corporation recommends that nickel metal hydride (NiMH) and
ÄCAUTION: Never attempt to open or service a battery pack. Opening a battery pack not only damages the pack and makes it unusable, it also exposes potentially harmful battery components.
PRESARIO NOTEBOOK MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE GUIDE 1800 SERIES | BATTERY AND POWER MANAGEMENT 7 |