Troubleshooting
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Solving Battery Problems
The following table lists some common battery problems and recommended actions to
take when they occur. The "Solving Power Problems" section in this chapter also may
be applicable.
Table 2-17
Solving Battery and Battery Gauge Problems
Problem
Probable Cause
Recommended Action(s)
The computer turns on the
first time it is used, but the
battery does not charge.
The battery pack is in
ship mode.
Remove and reinsert the battery pack.
Computer does not turn on
when battery pack is inserted
and power cord is unplugged.
Battery is discharged.
Ensure that the battery pack is
properly installed.
Connect the computer to an external power
source and charge the battery pack.
Replace the battery pack with a fully charged
battery pack.
Check battery status by pressing Fn+F8.
Computer beeped five times
and battery light is blinking.
Computer has entered a
low-battery condition.
Immediately save any open file(s). Then do
one of the following:
1. Connect the computer to an external
power source.
2.
Turn the computer off and replace the
battery pack.
Computer battery light blinks
to indicate low-battery
condition, but computer does
not beep.
Low-battery beeps were
turned off.
Volume is turned off or turned
down too low.
Run Computer Setup and turn on the low
battery warning beeps.
Press
Fn
+
F5
to adjust the volume of the
system warning beeps.
Battery light does not turn on
to indicate battery pack Is
charging.
Battery pack is already
charged.
Battery pack was exposed to
temperature extremes.
No action is necessary.
Allow time for the battery pack to return to
room temperature.
Battery pack is at the end of
its life.
Replace the battery pack.
Battery pack is warm to the
touch after charging.
Warming occurs during
charging.
No action is required.
Continued
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