Extending battery life
Installing a secondary battery
Your notebook’s modular bay accepts a secondary battery. The secondary battery charges when the notebook is connected to AC power.
Warning Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with a battery specifically manufactured for your Gateway notebook. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
The battery used in this device may present a fire or chemical burn hazard if mishandled. Do not disassemble, heat above 212°F (100°C), or incinerate. Dispose of used battery promptly. Keep away from children.
To install a secondary battery:
■Swap the secondary battery for a bay module by following the instructions in “Changing modules” on page 46.
Extending battery lifeConserving battery power
To conserve power while using the battery to power your notebook:
■Dim the display as low as is comfortable.
■Remove PC Cards when you do not need them. Many PC Cards use a small amount of power while inserted, even if they are not being used.
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