Dell PP26L owner manual Checking the Battery Charge, Dell QuickSet Battery Meter

You can check the battery charge before you insert the battery into the computer. You can also set power management options to alert you when the battery charge is low.

CAUTION: Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or explosion. Replace the battery only with a compatible battery purchased from Dell. The battery is designed to work with your Dell computer. Do not use batteries from other computers with your computer.

CAUTION: Do not dispose of batteries with household waste. When your battery no longer holds a charge, call your local waste disposal or environmental agency for advice on disposing of a lithium-ion battery (see "Battery Disposal" in the Product Information Guide).

CAUTION: Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of fire or chemical burn. Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to temperatures above 65°C (149°F). Keep the battery away from children. Handle damaged or leaking batteries with extreme care. Damaged batteries may leak and cause personal injury or equipment damage.

Checking the Battery Charge

You can check the battery charge on your computer using any one of the following methods:

•Dell QuickSet Battery Meter

•Battery charge/health gauge located on the battery

•Low-battery warning pop-up window

•Microsoft® Windows® XP battery meter icon located in the notification area

•Microsoft® Windows Vista® battery meter icon located in the notification area

Dell QuickSet Battery Meter

To view the Dell QuickSet Battery Meter:

•Double-click the Dell QuickSet icon in the taskbar, and then click Battery Meter

or

•Press <Fn><F3>

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Using a Battery