Identifying the accessory battery components

Component

Description

 

 

 

(1)

Battery fuel gauge

When pressed, the battery fuel gauge checks the amount of

 

 

available battery charge.

 

 

 

(2)

Battery charge lights

Show the percentage of available battery power.

 

 

● Blinking: The accessory battery has reached a low battery

 

 

level.

 

 

● One light on: The accessory battery has 25 percent remaining

 

 

battery charge.

 

 

● Two lights on: The accessory battery has 50 percent remaining

 

 

battery charge.

 

 

● Three lights on: The accessory battery has 75 percent

 

 

remaining battery charge.

 

 

● Four lights on: The accessory battery is fully charged.

 

 

 

(3)

Battery release latches

Release the battery from the bottom of the computer.

 

 

 

Inserting or removing an accessory battery

CAUTION: Removing a battery that is the sole power source can cause loss of information. To prevent loss of information, save your work before removing the battery.

To insert the accessory battery:

NOTE: When you install the accessory for the first time, be sure to remove the protective cover on the accessory battery connector.

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