Fujitsu Siemens Computers A3110 manual Power Sources, Connecting the Power Adapters

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G e t t i n g S t a r t e d

DC Power Jack

DC Output Cable

AC Adapter

AC Cable

Figure 3-1 Connecting the AC Adapter

Power Sources

Your Fujitsu LifeBook notebook has three possible power sources: a primary Lithium ion battery, an AC adapter or an optional Auto/Airline adapter.

CONNECTING THE POWER ADAPTERS

The AC adapter or optional Auto/Airline adapter provides power for operating your notebook and charging the batteries.

Connecting the AC Adapter

1.Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack of your LifeBook notebook.

2.Plug the AC adapter into an AC electrical outlet. (Figure 3-1)

Connecting the Optional Auto/Airline Adapter

1.Plug the DC output cable into the DC power jack on your notebook.

2.Plug the Auto/Airline adapter into the cigarette lighter of an automobile with the ignition key in the On or Accessories position.

OR

3.Plug the Auto/Airline adapter into the DC power jack on an airplane seat.

Switching from AC Adapter Power or the Auto/Airline Adapter to Battery Power

1.Be sure that you have at least one charged battery installed.

2.Remove the AC adapter or the Auto/Airline adapter.

The Lithium ion battery is not charged upon purchase. Initially, you will need to connect either the AC adapter or the Auto/Airline adapter to use your notebook.

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