Chapter 4. Using Your Computer with a Battery Pack
This chapter provides necessary information if you are using a
battery pack.
Using the Battery Pack
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Charging the Battery Pack
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Monitoring the Battery Status
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Using the Battery Status Indicator
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Using the Fuel-Gauge Program
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Saving Battery Power
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Using the Power Management Modes
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Customizing Power Management
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Setting the Suspend Timer
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Enabling Hibernation Mode
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Considerations When Using a Power Management Mode
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Considerations for Suspend Mode
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Considerations for Hibernation Mode
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Notes for Reinstalling or Installing the Operating System
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Using Other Battery-Saving Methods
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