T2150 Series
1.10.2 Battery Charging Control
Battery charging is controlled by a power supply microprocessor that is mounted on the
power supply. The microprocessor controls whether the charge is on or off and detects a full
charge when the AC power cord and battery are attached to the computer. The system
charges the battery using quick charge or trickle charge.
❑ Quick Battery Charge
When the AC power cord is attached, there are two types of charge: quick charge
when the system is powered off and trickle charge when the system is powered on.
Table 1-10 Time required for quick charges
Charging time
Power off About 2.5 hours
Power on Trickle charge
If one of the following occurs, the battery quick-charge process stops.
1. The battery becomes fully charged.
2. The battery is removed.
3. The battery or AC output voltage is abnormal.
4. The charge current is abnormal.
❑ Trickle Battery Charge
When the main battery is fully charged and the AC power cord is attached, the power
supply microprocessor automatically changes quick charge to trickle charge.