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Battery Information

Please follow these simple guidelines to get the best use out of your

battery.

New Battery

Always charge a new battery before using it.

Battery Life

Your notebook computer’s battery life is dependent upon many fac-

tors, including the programs you are running, and peripheral devices

attached. Power Management settings in the OS will help prolong the

battery life if configured appropriately.

Battery life may be shortened through improper maintenance. To op-

timize the life and improve its performance, fully discharge and re-

charge the battery at least once every 30 days.

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Battery Caution

Danger of explosion if

battery is incorrectly

replaced.

Replace only with the

same or equivalent

type recommended by

the manufacturer. Dis-

card used battery ac-

cording to the

manufacturer’s in-

structions.