Compaq Presario 1200 series - Battery and Power

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Battery and Power
Battery
Symptom Problem Solution
Battery gauge is
not accurate.
Calibrate the battery. Refer
to “Calibrating the Battery”
in this guide for details.
Battery
charging
indicator does
not appear and
battery does not
charge.
Battery needs
calibrating.
Allow time for the battery to
return to room temperature.
Battery is at the end
of its life.
Replace the battery. Refer to
“Recycling the Battery” in
this guide for battery
recycling information.
Battery was exposed
to temperature
extremes.
Keep the battery within the
recommended temperature
ranges. Refer to “Battery
Care”inthisguide.
Battery charge
does not last
as long as
expected.
Battery is not
fully draining.
Calibrate the battery. Refer to
“Calibrating the Battery” in
this guide.
Battery was
exposed to extreme
temperatures.
Keep the battery within the
recommended temperature
ranges. Refer to “Battery
Care”inthisguide.
Battery has partially
self-discharged.
Recharge the battery.
Power Management
is disabled.
Re-set the power manage-
ment options. Refer to
“Calibrating the Battery”
in this guide.