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GD3080 User Guide
Getting Started
Power Management
Power Management Applications:
The use of Windows® Power Management or GD3080 Power
Saver (if equipped) applications is recommended to provide
maximum battery run time and prolong battery service life.
Default settings allow the GD3080 to enter a Standby/Suspend
state after a set period of inactivity. Extending or disabling the
Standby/Suspend time-out period will increase power con-
sumption and reduce operational time on battery power.
The GD3080 will resume/wake from standby state by pressing
the Power Button.
Display backlight power settings:
Extending or disabling the display backlight time-out period
increases power consumption and reduces operational time on
battery power. The display backlight will resume power with
keyboard or cursor activity.
Shutdown:
Shutdown the GD3080 when it will not be used for extended
periods to conserve battery power. Depending on the configu-
ration of the GD3080 there are specific considerations:
Basic Configuration – No PC Card devices, RF Modems or exter-
nal device connections. When using a basic configuration unit,
there are no special considerations for power management.
Integrated RF Devices – Disable integrated or user installed RF
devices when not in use as they can consume battery power un-
necessarily
Externally connected devices – Some externally connected de-
vices may be powered by the GD3080. It is best to exit any appli-
cation utilizing these devices prior to powering off. Restarting the
application should reinitialize the device. Externally connected
devices or peripherals using GD3080 battery power may result in
reduced battery run times.
File Management
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It is good practice to backup essential data and files
periodically. Any data or files stored in volatile memory (RAM)
can be lost in the event of a hard reset or unexpected shut-
down. Contacts, tasks, calendar, email, and documents should
be safeguarded against loss.
Battery Charging
Charge the battery at room temperature (approximately 68°
F [20° C]) for best results. Charge acceptance is optimum at
this temperature and requires the least amount of time to fully
recharge. At room temperature the GD3080 battery requires
approximately 3 - 3.5 hours to recharge from a fully discharged
state.
Charge the GD3080 Battery at the end of each work day:
1.
Exit all applications and power off.
2.
Connect to external power; verify external power LED.
3.
Verify charge indicator LED.
At the beginning of each work day,
check for battery charge
status (recommend fully charged)
During each work day:
1.
Connect AC charger or vehicle power adapter whenever
possible.
2.
Verify charging indicator LED.
Storage
Storing the GD3080 for five (5) days or less
Install the battery pack and connect the GD3080 to external
power and allow the battery pack to fully charge. The charging
LED will be solid orange while charging and green when battery
charging is complete.
Shut down the GD3080 and store in a cool, dry location.
Storing the GD3080 for longer than five (5) days.
Lithium-Ion batteries can be permanently damaged if the
GD3080 is stored for extended periods requiring battery replace-
ment.
If the computer will be stored for more than 5 days, backup files
and data, fully charge the battery, and then discharge it to 40%
and remove the battery.
The GD3080 and battery should be stored in a cool, dry location.
When storing Lithium-Ion battery packs for extended periods, con-
sider these factors
Fully charged Lithium-Ion battery packs deteriorate faster than
partly discharged ones. For ideal storage, charge the packs to
100% and then discharge them to a 40% charge before storage.
Do not allow stored Lithium-Ion packs to discharge completely,
as this may permanently damage them. Stored packs should be
recharged to 40% capacity every six (6) months.
Storing packs at temperatures near 0°C (45°F) slows down self-
discharge and battery aging; packs that are stored for a long
period should be kept at low temperatures where practical.
note
Store batteries as close as practical to 0°C (45°F) with-
out allowing the batteries to freeze or reach 0°C (32°F).
If you store battery packs at normal ambient temperatures, use
the following charge policy to maintain battery pack condition:
Store batteries within the temperature range of 15°C to 30°C (59°F
to 86°F).
Charge installed packs every 5 days to maintain their charge capac-
ity.
Charge uninstalled packs every six (6) months to 100%, then dis-
charge to 40% and return to storage.
