•Frequent use; the more you use the battery, the faster it will reach the end of its effective life. A standard computer battery has a life span of about 300 charges.
Optimizing 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:
•Use AC power whenever possible, reserving battery for mobile use.
•Remove accessories that are not being used (e.g. a USB disk drive), as they can continue to draw power.
•Store your PC in a cool, dry place. The recommended temperature is 10° C (50° F) to 30° C (86° F). Higher temperatures cause the battery to
•Excessive recharging decreases the battery life.
•Look after your AC adapter and battery.
Checking the battery level
The 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.
Battery-low warning
When using battery power pay attention to the power meter.
