VAIO® Notebook Quick Start
❑You can extend battery life by changing the power management modes in the PowerPanel utility. See “Using Power Saving Modes” on page 25 for more information.
❑The battery pack supplied with your notebook is a
❑The battery indicator is on while you use the battery pack as a power source. When battery life is nearly depleted, the battery indicator starts flashing.
❑For some software applications and some peripheral devices, your notebook may not enter Hibernate mode when the battery life is low. To avoid loss of data when using battery power, you should save your data frequently and manually activate a power management mode, such as Standby or Hibernate.
❑Never leave the battery pack in temperatures above 140° F (60° C), such as under direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun.
❑Battery life is shorter in a cold environment. This is due to decreased battery efficiency at low temperatures.
❑Charge the batteries at temperatures between 50° F and 80° F (10° C to 30° C). Lower temperatures require a longer charging time.
❑While the battery is in use or being discharged, the battery pack heats up. This process is normal.
❑Keep the battery pack away from all sources of heat.
❑Keep the battery pack dry.
❑Do not attempt to open or disassemble the battery pack.
❑Do not expose the battery pack to any mechanical shock.
❑If you are not using the notebook for an extended period of time, remove the battery pack from the notebook to prevent damage to the battery.
❑If, after fully charging the battery pack, the battery power is still low, the battery pack may be reaching the end of its life and should be replaced.
❑You do not need to discharge the battery before recharging.
❑If you have not used the battery pack for a considerable amount of time, recharge the battery.
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