Frequently asked questions
How do I maximize battery life?
To maximize battery life, do the following:
ŸUse the battery pack until the charge is completely depleted (until
battery status and power LEDs flash in unison).
ŸRecharge the battery pack completely before using (the battery is
charged when the AC Adapter is plugged in and the battery status LE is green).
ŸFor a new battery pack or a battery pack that you have not used recently:
1. Use | the battery pack | until the charge is completely depleted ( |
the | battery status and | power LEDs flash in unison). |
2.Recharge the battery pack completely before using (the battery fully charged when the AC Adapter is plugged in and the battery status LED is green).
3. Repeat these steps three times.
ŸAlways use power management features such as Advanced Power Man-
agement (APM), power modes, standby, suspend, and hibernation.
ŸFor more detailed information about power management features Online User's Guide
How do I load a different operating system on my computer?
Where do I get the ThinkPad device drivers for this operating system?
See the Online User's Guide for information on installing a new operating system and device drivers. Before installing a new operating system, do following:
Ÿ Print the software installation section of the Online User's Guide.
ŸMake a DOS system diskette that has the DOS FDISK.COM and
FORMAT.COM utilities and the
How do I use the Recovery CD to reload my
See “Using the Recovery CD” on page 110.
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