Troubleshooting

Battery

If you suspect a problem with the battery, check the Battery indicator. For information on indicator and battery operation refer to Chapter 6, Power and Power-Up Modes.

Problem

Procedure

Battery doesn't power

The battery may be discharged. Connect the AC

the computer

adaptor to charge the battery.

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.

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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