Checking the Battery Level, Rapid Charge

Power

Rapid Charge

The computer uses rapid charge when the computer is in suspend mode with a powered AC adapter connected. Using rapid charge, a depleted battery charges fully in approximately two hours.

Charge-In-Use

The computer uses charge-in-use when the computer is in use with a powered AC adapter connected. Using charge-in-use, a depleted battery charges fully in approximately four hours.

Trickle Charge

When the battery is fully charged and a powered AC adapter is connected, the computer uses trickle charge to maintain the battery charge and prevent the battery from draining while the computer is in use.

Tip: We suggest that you charge the battery pack while you sleep. For example, charging the battery the night before traveling provides a fully charged battery for use the next day.