Troubleshooting

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Problem

Procedure

 

Battery doesn’t charge

If the battery is completely discharged, it will not

 

when the AC adaptor is

begin charging immediately. Wait a few minutes.

 

attached (Battery

If the battery still does not charge, make sure the

 

indicator does not glow

outlet of the AC adaptor is supplying power.

 

orange.)

Test it by plugging in an appliance.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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. Let it reach room

 

 

temperature.

 

 

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.

 

 

Check the Battery indicator. If it does not glow,

 

 

let the computer charge the battery for at least

 

 

20 minutes. If the Battery indicator glows after

 

 

20 minutes, let 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.

 

Battery doesn’t power

If you frequently recharge a partially charged

 

the computer as long as

battery, the battery might not charge to its full

 

expected

potential. Fully discharge the battery, then try to

 

 

charge it again.

 

 

Check the power consumption settings in the

 

 

Power Options. Consider using a power saving

 

 

feature.

Disposing of PC and PC batteries

Discard this PC in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. For further information, contact your local government.

This PC contains rechargeable batteries. After repeated use, the batteries will finally lose their ability to hold a charge and you will need to replace them. Under certain applicable laws and regulation, it may be illegal to dispose of old batteries by placing them in the trash.

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