Checking the Battery Charge

The Dell QuickSet Battery Meter, the Microsoft Windows Power Meter window and icon, the battery charge gauge and health gauge, and the low-battery warning provide information on the battery charge.

Dell™ QuickSet Battery Meter

If Dell QuickSet is installed, press <Fn><F3> to display the QuickSet Battery Meter. The Battery Meter displays status, battery health, charge level, and charge completion time for the battery in your computer.

For more information about QuickSet, click the QuickSet icon in the Microsoft® Windows® taskbar, and click Help.

Microsoft® Windows® Power Meter

The Windows Power Meter indicates the remaining battery charge. To check the Power Meter, double-click

the icon on the taskbar.

If the computer is connected to an electrical outlet, a icon appears.

Charge Gauge

By either pressing once or pressing and holding the status button on the charge gauge on the battery, you can check:

•Battery charge (check by pressing and releasing the status button)

•Battery health (check by pressing and holding the status button)

The battery operating time is largely determined by the number of times it is charged. After hundreds of charge and discharge cycles, batteries lose some charge capacity—or battery health. That is, a battery can show a status of "charged" but maintain a reduced charge capacity (health).

Check the Battery Charge

To check the battery charge, press and release the status button on the battery charge gauge to illuminate the charge-level lights. Each light represents approximately 20 percent of the total battery charge.

For example, if the battery has 80 percent of its charge remaining, four of the lights are on. If no lights appear, the battery has no charge.

Check the Battery Health

NOTE: You can check battery health in one of two ways: by using the charge gauge on the battery as described below and by using the Battery Meter in Dell QuickSet. For information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon in the Microsoft® Windows® taskbar, and click Help.

To check the battery health using the charge gauge, press and hold the status button on the battery charge gauge for at least 3 seconds. If no lights appear, the battery is in good condition, and more than 80 percent of its original charge capacity remains. Each light represents incremental degradation. If five lights appear, less than 60 percent of the charge capacity remains, and you should consider replacing the battery. See "Specifications" in your online User’s Guide for more information about the battery operating time.

Quick Reference Guide

GU806 specifications

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The GU806 features an IPS (In-Plane Switching) panel technology, ensuring that users have wide viewing angles without any color distortion. This means that whether you're sitting directly in front of the screen or viewing it from the side, the color consistency remains intact. Additionally, the monitor has a fast response time that minimizes motion blur, making it suitable for gaming and fast-paced video content.

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In summary, the Dell GU806 combines high-resolution capabilities, IPS technology, ergonomic adjustability, versatile connectivity options, and energy efficiency, making it a highly desirable monitor for professionals seeking a reliable and feature-rich display. Its blend of performance and usability ensures that it meets the demanding needs of today’s dynamic work environments.

Dell GU806 manual Checking the Battery Charge

Models: GU806