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Chapter 3 - Battery and Power Management
Charging the Battery
To charge the battery, plug the AC adapter into the system and an electrical outlet. The AC adapter converts alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC). When the power switch is turned on, the AC adapter supplies power to the system and recharges the battery pack only when the system in suspend mode. Otherwise, to recharge you must turn off the computer.
Recharging takes about 80 minutes for an empty battery pack when the computer is off or in suspend mode. The battery will not recharge while the computer is being used.
While the battery is charging, the CHARGE LED is orange. Once the battery is fully charged, the CHARGE LED turns green.
Pre-charging a Dead Battery
If the battery has been completely discharged or placed in prolonged storage, it may need a
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