L300/L300D series
Battery
If you suspect a problem with the battery, check the DC IN indicator as well as the battery indicator. For information on indicators and battery operation
see Chapter 6, Power and| Problem | Procedure | |
| Battery doesn’t power | The battery may be discharged - connect the AC | |
| the computer | adaptor to recharge the battery. | |
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| Battery doesn’t charge | If the battery is completely discharged, it will not | |
| when the AC adaptor | begin charging immediately. Wait a few minutes. | |
| is attached (Battery | If the battery still does not charge, make sure the | |
| indicator does not | outlet is supplying power. Test it by plugging in an | |
| glow orange). | ||
| appliance. If it doesn’t work, try another power | ||
| source | |
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| Check whether the battery is hot or cold to the | |
| touch. If the battery is too hot or too cold, it will | |
| not charge properly. Make it reach room | |
| temperature. | |
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| Unplug the AC adaptor and remove the battery to | |
| make sure the terminals are clean. If necessary | |
| wipe them with a soft dry cloth dipped in alcohol. | |
| Connect the AC adaptor and replace the battery. | |
| Make sure it is securely seated. | |
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| Check the Battery indicator. If it does not glow, | |
| make the computer charge the battery for at least | |
| 20 minutes. If the Battery indicator glows after 20 | |
| minutes, make the battery continue to charge at | |
| least another 20 minutes before turning on the | |
| computer. | |
| If the indicator still does not glow, the battery may | |
| be at the end of its operating life. Replace it. | |
| If you do not think the battery is at the end of its | |
| operating life, see your dealer. | |
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Battery doesn’t power | If you frequently recharge a partially charged | |
| the computer as long | battery, the battery might not charge to its full | |
| as expected | potential. Fully discharge the battery, then try to | |
| charge it again. | |
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| Check the power consumption settings in Power | |
| Options. Consider using a power saving mode. | |
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