vpr Matrix VPRN-GS200, Getting Started Manual

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Using and maintaining your battery
Your notebook comes equipped with an intelligent Lithium Ion battery that can be
recharged many times. Your battery is used only when your notebook is not
connected to an AC outlet. When your computer is connected to your plugged-in
AC adapter, the notebook uses AC power directly and recharges the battery at
the same time. The battery will recharge faster if the notebook is turned off while
the AC is plugged in. A full recharge requires approximately 3 hours with the
computer turned off and 6 hours with the computer turned on.
Your battery has an LED gauge that indicates how
much power remains. To determine how much of
the battery's charge remains, press the indicator
button on the battery. The LEDs will light to signify
the percentage of charge remaining.
When the battery is running low, the Windows operating system will display a
prompt screen. This power alert feature can be set or updated by clicking
Start > Control Panel > Power Options > Alarm.
Any time your battery charge falls below 25%, you should reconnect the AC
adapter to recharge the battery or shut down your notebook and insert a
fully-charged battery.
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