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Getting Started

Using the main battery

Flashes amber when the main battery charge is low and it is time to recharge the main battery or plug in the AC adapter

NOTE If the AC power light flashes amber during charging, either the main battery is malfunctioning, or it is not receiving correct input from the AC power supply.

Disconnect the AC power cord/cable and remove the main battery pack. See “Changing the main battery” on page 118 for information on replacing the main battery.

Using the main battery

Your computer came with its main battery already installed. Before using the main battery to power the computer you must first charge it.

To charge the main battery, leave the computer plugged into a live wall outlet for several hours with the computer turned off. After that, the main battery will be completely charged and ready to power the computer.

TECHNICAL NOTE: The RTC battery does not charge while the computer is turned off, even when AC power is attached.

The RTC battery charges when the computer is powered on.

For more information about installing or removing the main battery, see “Changing the main battery” on page 118.