Battery Problems
The battery does not charge (Battery Charge indicator does not light amber).
!
Make sure that the AC adapter is properly connected.
!
Make sure that the battery is not too hot or cold. Allow time for the battery pack to return to room
temperature.
!
Make sure that the battery pack is installed correctly.
!
Make sure that the battery terminals are clean.
The operating time of a fully charged battery becomes shorter .
!
If you often partially recharge and discharge, the battery might not be charged to its full potential. Initialize
the battery to solve the problem. (See “ Initializing the Battery Pack ” in Chapter 3 for instructions .)
The battery operating time indicated by the battery meter does not match the actual operating time.
!
The actual operating time can be different from the estimated time depending on how you are using the
computer. If the actual operating time is much less than the estimated time, initialize the battery. (See
Initializing the“ Battery Pack” in Chapter 3 for instructions.)
6-3
Troubleshooting
