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Mobile computing
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Flashing amber indicates that the computer is using
battery power, and the battery’s charge is running low.
HINT: Be careful not to confuse the battery light (
) with the on/off
light (
). When the on/off light flashes amber, it indicates that the
system is suspended (using Windows
®
XP Standby command).
Setting battery alarms
Your computer can be configured to warn you when the
battery is running low. For more information, see “What to do
when the battery alarm sounds” in the electronic user’s guide.
Changing the main battery
When your battery power is running low, you have two
options—connect the computer to an AC power source or
install a charged battery.
When handling a battery, be careful not to drop it or short-circuit its
terminals. Also, do not drop, hit or otherwise impact the battery. Do
not scratch or break the casing and do not twist or bend the battery.
Do not remove the battery while the computer is in Standby mode.
Data in memory will be lost.
If your battery discharges fully, your information will be lost. Be sure
to save your work often.
Removing the battery from the computer
1
Save your work.
2
Turn off the computer or place it in Hibernation mode.
Refer to the electronic user’s guide for more information
about Hibernation mode.
3
Remove all cables connected to the computer.
4
Close the display panel and turn the computer upside
down with the front of the computer facing you.
5
If the battery lock is in the locked position, slide it toward
the unlocked position.
