Getting Started
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POWER SOURCES
Your LifeBook notebook has power sources from
a primary Lithium ion battery, and AC adapter.
Connecting the Power Adapters
The AC adapter provides power for operating
your LifeBook notebook and charging the
batteries.
Connecting the AC Adapter
1. Plug the DC output cable into the DC power
jack of your LifeBook notebook.
(Figure 3-1)
2. Plug the AC adapter into an AC electrical
outlet.
Figure 3-1. Connecting the AC Adapter
DC Power Jack
AC Cable
AC Adapter
System Rear
DC Output Cable
Switching from AC Adapter Power to Battery
Power
1. Be sure that you have a charged battery
installed.
2. Remove the AC adapter. Your notebook will
automatically switch from DC power to
battery power.
The Lithium ion battery is not charged upon
purchase. Initially, you will need to connect
either the AC adapter to use your LifeBook
notebook while the battery charges.
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