Teac A200 battery packs), 1.Save your work, Approximately 1 month, Extending battery life, Removing the battery pack, 4.Turn the computer upside down, Battery, Battery

Power and Power-Up Modes

Retaining data with power off (Sleep mode)

When you turn off your computer with fully charged batteries, the batteries retain data/charge for the following approximate time periods:

Battery	Approximately 1.5 days (Sleep mode, 9-cell)
	Approximately 1 day (Sleep mode, 6-cell)
	Approximately 0.5 day (Sleep mode, 3-cell)*
	Approximately 1 month (Shut down mode, all type of
	battery packs)
RTC battery	Approximately 1 month

* The availability of this battery is dependent on the model you purchased.Extending battery lifeTo maximize the life of your battery pack:nIf you have extra battery packs, rotate their use.

nIf you will not be using the system for an extended period, remove the battery pack.

nStore spare battery packs in a cool dry place out of direct sunlight.

Replacing the battery pack

When the battery pack reaches the end of its operating life you will need to install a new one. If the Battery indicator flashes amber shortly after the battery has been fully recharged, the battery pack needs to be replaced.

You might also replace a discharged battery pack with a charged spare when you are operating your computer away from an AC power source. This section explains how to remove and install the battery pack.

Removing the battery packTo replace a discharged battery pack, follow the steps below.

nWhen handling battery packs, be careful not to short circuit the terminals. Also do not drop, hit or otherwise apply impact; do not scratch or break the casing and do not twist or bend the battery pack.

nDo not remove the battery pack while the computer is in Sleep Mode as data in memory will be lost.

1.Save your work.2.Turn the computer's power off. Make sure the Power indicator is off.3.Remove all cables connected to the computer.4.Turn the computer upside down.

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