Sony PCG-F160 User Guide

1

Connect the AC adapter to the computer. 

2

Insert the battery pack.

The computer automatically charges the battery (the battery indicator 
light flashes in a double blink pattern as the battery charges). When the 
battery is 85 percent full, the battery indicator light turns off. This 
process takes approximately two hours. To charge the battery 
completely, continue charging for an additional hour. See “Displaying 
Detailed Battery Information” on page 63 for information on checking 
the battery life.

There are two battery indicator lights on the computer: 

Indicates the status of the battery pack in the battery bay 
on the left side of the computer.

Indicates the status of the battery pack in the drive bay on 
the right side of the computer.

On

The computer is using battery power.

Single blink

The battery is running out of power.

Double blink

The battery is charging.

Off

The computer is using AC power.

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To determine the amount of time the battery lasts, see “Displaying Battery Information” on 
page 62.