User's Manual

Managing Power 3-4
Initializing is the process of fully charging, discharging, and then charging. It
can take several hours.
1. Make sure that the computer power is turned off. Connect the AC adapter to
fully charge the battery pack.
2. After the battery pack is fully charged, turn on the computer. Press the
Del
key when the BIOS logo screen shows during the system startup to display
the BIOS Setup main screen.
3. Disconnect the AC adapter and leave the computer on until the battery is
fully discharged. The computer will shut down automatically.
4. Connect the AC adapter to fully charge the battery pack.
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.
You can check the approximate battery level using the battery meter function of
the operating system. To read the battery level in Windows, click the
icon on
the system tray. (Click the
icon if the computer is using AC power.)
Replacing the Battery Pack
CAUTION:
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There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace the battery only
with the computer manufacturer’s optional battery packs. Discard used batteries according to
the dealer’s instructions.
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Do not attempt to disassemble the battery pack.
If you often rely on battery power for a long period of time while traveling, you
may consider the purchase of an additional battery pack from your dealer and
keep it with you in a fully charged state as a backup.
To replace the battery pack:
1. Make sure that computer is not turned on or connected to AC power.
2. Place the computer upside down.