Packard Bell dot s Series, User Manual

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32 - Power supply
In addition, the useful lifespan of the battery is adversely affected by the
following usage patterns:
• Using the computer on constant AC power with the battery inserted. If
you want to use constant AC power, you are advised to remove the
battery pack after it is fully charged.
• Not discharging and recharging the battery to its extremes, as described
above.
• Frequent use; the more you use the battery, the faster it will reach the
end of its effective life. A standard computer battery has a life span of
about 300 charges.
Installing or removing the battery pack
Important! Before removing the battery from the unit, connect the AC
adapter if you want to continue using your computer. Otherwise, turn
off the computer first.
To install a battery pack:
1. Align the battery with the open battery bay; make sure that the end with
the contacts will enter first, and that the top surface of the battery is
facing up.
2. Slide the battery into the battery bay and gently push until the battery
locks in place.
To remove a battery pack:
1. Slide the battery release latch to release the battery.
2. Pull the battery from the battery bay.