To charge the battery pack | Sony PCG-R505 specification

Connecting a Power Source

Inserting Battery Pack

Battery

Grooves

4Slide the lock lever into the Lock position to secure the battery on the computer.

To charge the battery pack

1Connect the AC adapter to the computer.

2Insert the battery pack.

The battery is charging whether or not the computer is turned on or off. The battery indicator flashes in a double-blink pattern as the battery charges.

3When the battery is 85 percent full, the battery indicator turns off. It takes longer to recharge the battery when the computer is turned on than when it is turned off.

✍To charge the battery completely, continue charging for one additional hour. See “Displaying Battery Information” in your online VAIO® Computer User Guide for more information.

The battery indicator on the front of the computer indicates the status of the battery pack.

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Sony PCG-R505 quick start To charge the battery pack

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