Connecting a Power Source
Notes on the AC Adapter
❑Your computer operates on
❑Do not share the AC outlet with other
❑You can purchase a power strip with a surge protector. This device prevents damage to your computer caused by sudden power surges such as those that may occur during an electrical storm.
❑Do not place heavy objects on the power cord.
❑To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
❑Unplug your computer from the wall outlet if you will not be using the computer for a long time.
❑When the AC adapter is not used, unplug it from the AC outlet.
❑Use only the AC adapter supplied. Do not use any other AC adapter.
Using Battery Power
You can use a battery pack as a source of power. The battery pack that comes with your notebook is not fully charged at the time of purchase. Follow the steps below to insert and charge the battery pack.
To insert the battery pack
You can insert or remove the battery pack without turning off the computer when your computer is connected to the AC adapter. Before inserting or removing a battery pack, close the cover.
1Switch the unlock/lock lever on the bottom of the computer to the UNLOCK position.
Unlock/Lock Lever
Unlock/Lock Lever
Unlock Lever
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