Broadcom Corporation BRCM1020 Manuel D’Utilisation

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Using a Battery

You can check the battery charge before you insert the battery into the 
computer. You can also set power management options to alert you when the 
battery charge is low.

 

CAUTION: 

Using an incompatible battery may increase the risk of fire or 

explosion. Replace the battery only with a compatible battery purchased from 
Dell. The battery is designed to work with your Dell computer. Do not use batteries 
from other computers with your computer. 

 

CAUTION: 

Do not dispose of batteries with household waste. When your battery 

no longer holds a charge, call your local waste disposal or environmental agency 
for advice on disposing of a lithium-ion battery (see "Battery Disposal" in the 
Product Information Guide).

 

CAUTION: 

Misuse of the battery may increase the risk of fire or chemical burn. 

Do not puncture, incinerate, disassemble, or expose the battery to temperatures 
above 65°C (149°F). Keep the battery away from children. Handle damaged or 
leaking batteries with extreme care. Damaged batteries may leak and cause 
personal injury or equipment damage. 

Checking the Battery Charge

You can check the battery charge on your computer using any one of the 
following methods:

•

Dell QuickSet Battery Meter

•

Microsoft Windows battery meter icon 

 located in the notification area

•

Low-battery warning pop-up window

Dell QuickSet Battery Meter

To view the Dell QuickSet Battery Meter:

•

Double-click the Dell QuickSet icon in the taskbar, and then click Battery 
Meter

or 

•

Press <Fn><F3>

The Battery Meter displays the status, battery health, charge level, and charge 
completion time for the battery in your computer. 

For more information about QuickSet, right-click the QuickSet icon, and 
then click Help.