HP OmniBook 2100, Reference Manual

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Managing Battery Power
Conserving Battery Power
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To get the most from your battery
The following are some further suggestions for the best management of your
OmniBook batteries.
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Do not leave batteries unused for long periods of time. If you have more than
one, rotate them.
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If you normally use ac power, make a practice of at least once a week using the
battery as your power source.
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Unplug the ac adapter when the computer is not in use.
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To preserve the life of your battery, be sure to charge the battery regularly.
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For long-term storage, the battery must be charged at 20-50% to save capacity
loss by self-discharge and to avoid deterioration of battery performance. In a
discharged condition, the battery voltage decreases faster. Storage in a 100%
charged condition can cause higher self-discharge and deterioration of
discharge capacity—even after recharging—compared to storage in a 20-50%
charged condition.