User's Manual

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NOTE: The battery level may automatically lessen due to the
self-discharge process (0.21 % per day), even when the battery
pack is fully charged (100 %). This happens no matter if the
battery pack is installed in the computer.
Initializing the Battery Pack
You need to initialize a new battery pack before using it for the first time or when
the actual operating time of a battery pack is much less than expected. Initializing
is the process of fully charging, discharging, and then charging. It can take several
hours.
A software tool called “Gauge Reset” is provided for the purpose. Use the G-Manager
program and select the Battery tab to find the tool.
Checking the Battery Level
NOTE: Any battery level indication is an estimated result. The
actual operating time can be different from the estimated time,
depending on how you are using the computer.
The operating time of a fully charged battery pack depends on how you are using
the computer. When your applications often access peripherals, you will experience
a shorter operating time.
By Operating System
You can find the battery icon on the Windows taskbar (lower-right corner). The
icon shows the approximate battery level.
By Gas Gauge
On the exterior side of the battery pack is a gas gauge for displaying the estimated
battery charge. When the battery pack is not installed in the computer and you want
to know the battery charge, you can press the push-button to see the number of
LEDs that light up. Each LED represents 20% charge.