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If you plan to store your computer for more than a few days, shutdown your computer or put it
into hibernate mode. Remove the battery before storing the computer.
Tip 6. Clean terminals
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Dirty terminals can be a cause of charging problems. Clean battery terminals with a cotton swab
dipped in isopropyl alcohol. Make sure that the alcohol has evaporated before reinstalling the
battery.
Tip 7. Storing batteries
Stored Li-Ion battery packs gradually deteriorate, particularly if they are not stored in ideal conditions,
and their life expectancy decreases. When storing Li-Ion battery packs for extended periods, consider
these recommendations:
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When storing batteries for extended periods, it is recommended that you store them between 3°C
to 7°C (38°F to 45°F) to retard self-discharge and battery aging. If you store batteries at normal
ambient temperatures, use the following charging policy to maintain battery pack condition:
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Charge installed batteries every 21 days to maintain their charge capacity
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Charge uninstalled batteries every 6 months.
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Unused or stored batteries can lose power over time. When you install a battery that has not been
used recently, connect external power to the computer and fully charge your battery
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Fully charged Li-Ion batteries deteriorate faster than partly discharged ones. For ideal storage,
charge the battery to 100% and then discharge them to 50% charge before storing.
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Do not allow stored Li-Ion batteries to discharge completely, as this may permanently damage
them. Stored batteries should be recharged to 50% capacity every six months
Customizing Your BIOS Settings
The Setup Utility allows you to configure your computer’s basic settings. When you turn your computer
on, the system reads this information to test and initialize components and make sure everything runs
properly when the system is operating. You can use the Setup Utility to change your computer's startup
configuration. For example, you can change your system's security routine.
The GoBook XR-1 is configured with a set of default values. The default values may not be appropriate
for your work environment. For example, you can set a boot password to protect your system when
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