Information for your safety and comfort iii
Safety instructions iii
Operating environment vii
Medical devices vii
Vehicles viii
Potentially explosive environments viii
Emergency calls viii
Disposal instructions ix
Mercury advisory ix
Rechargeable Recycling Program in US and Canada ix
ENERGY STAR ix
Tips and information for comfortable use x
First things first xii
Your guides xii
Basic care and tips for using your computer xii
Turning your computer on and off xii
Taking care of your computer xiii
Taking care of your AC adapter xiii
Taking care of your battery pack xiv
Cleaning and servicing xiv
Touchpad 1
Touchpad basics (with two-click buttons) 1
Using the keyboard 2
Lock keys and embedded numeric keypad 2
Windows keys 3
Hotkeys 4
Special keys 5
Frequently asked questions 6
Battery pack 9
Battery pack characteristics 9
Maximizing the battery's life 9
Installing and removing the battery pack 10
Charging the battery 11
Checking the battery level 11
Optimising battery life 11
Battery-low warning 12
Taking your notebook PC with you 13
Disconnecting from the desktop 13
Moving around 13
Preparing the computer 13
What to bring to meetings 14
Taking the computer home 14
Preparing the computer 14
What to take with you 14
Special considerations 15
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