IBM 380XD User Guide
Using the Battery Pack
Using the Battery Pack
This section describes how to charge your battery pack,
display its status, or replace it.
display its status, or replace it.
Charging the Battery Pack
You can charge the battery pack when the AC Adapter is
connected to the computer and the battery pack is installed.
You must charge the battery pack in any of the following
conditions:
connected to the computer and the battery pack is installed.
You must charge the battery pack in any of the following
conditions:
If you purchase a new battery pack
If the battery status indicator starts blinking
If the battery pack has not been used for a long time
If the battery status indicator starts blinking
If the battery pack has not been used for a long time
Notes:
1. Before you charge the battery pack, ensure that its temperature is at
least 10°C (50°F).
2. If the battery pack has not been used for a long time, it will not be fully
charged with only a single charging. You will have to completely
discharge it; then recharge it three to six times to maximize battery
operating time.
discharge it; then recharge it three to six times to maximize battery
operating time.
Monitoring the Battery Status
You can monitor the battery status through the battery status
indicator and the Fuel-Gauge program.
indicator and the Fuel-Gauge program.
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