Battery pack - 61
Checking the battery level
The power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the
battery/power icon on the taskbar to see the battery's present charge level.
Battery-low warning
When using battery power pay attention to the power meter.
Warning! Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the
battery-low warning appears. Data may be lost if the battery is
allowed to become fully depleted and the computer shuts down.
When the battery-low warning appears, the recommended course of
action depends on your situation:
Situation Recommended Action
The AC adapter
and a power outlet
are available.
1. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then
connect to th
e main power supply.
2. Save all necessary files.
3. Resume work.
Turn off the computer if you w
ant to recharge the
battery rapidly.
An extra fully
charged battery
p
ack is available.
1. Save all necessary files.
2. Close all applications.
3. Turn off the computer.
4. Replace the battery pack.
5. Turn on the computer and resume work.